YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase Assistant Facility Maintenance Manager

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Build Spaces That Change Lives.

Position: Assistant Facility Maintenance Manager Salary: $40,000.00

About the Role

As the Assistant Facility Maintenance Manager, you’ll support day-to-day facility operations, preventive maintenance programs, and housekeeping services at the YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase. You’ll work closely with branch leadership and the Facility Engineer to help ensure our YMCA facilities remain clean, safe, efficient, and member-ready at all times.

What You’ll Do: In this role, you will:

• Support housekeeping and maintenance teams in maintaining exceptional facility standards
• Assist with preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend equipment and facility life
• Respond to maintenance requests, work orders, repairs, and facility needs in a timely manner
• Assist with inspections and help ensure compliance with safety, health, and regulatory standards
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of facility systems and equipment
• Support the monitoring of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other building systems
• Assist with inventory, supplies, equipment, and maintaining organized maintenance areas
• Help coordinate vendors, contractors, and service providers as needed
• Support branch leadership with special events, programs, facility needs, and upgrades
• Help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for members, staff, and program participants
• Assist with training and supporting maintenance and housekeeping staff as needed
• Respond to facility emergencies and urgent maintenance needs as required

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a dependable and proactive team member who enjoys hands-on work and thrives in a fast-paced, service-focused environment.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in facilities management, housekeeping operations, building maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and preventive maintenance.
• Pool Operator Certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of employment).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while also being an effective team member.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a physically active, fast-paced environment.
• Must be available for emergency call-outs as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working at the Y:

We support you inside and outside the workplace. When you join the YMCA, you join a community focused on growth, belonging, and purpose.

• Mission-Driven Work: Every day, you’ll help families gain access to essential child care services.
• Robust Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
• Free YMCA Membership: Full access for you and your family.
• Retirement Support: The Y contributes 10% of your salary into a retirement plan, with optional 403(b) and Roth plans available.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for ongoing training, leadership development, and advancement.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.