Maintenance Technician II

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a Maintenance Technician II at our Tom Taylor Family YMCA location.

As the Maintenance Technician II, you will be responsible for working independently on preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance for the building, building support systems, and membership program equipment. The Maintenance Technician II is also responsible for performing custodial and grounds-keeping tasks as necessary to maintain a clean and pleasing appearance of the building.


Compensation: $22.91 to $35.37 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Position type: Full-Time, hourly position, This is an on-site position

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance

• Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
• Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
• 8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, Child Care services, and merchandise
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

• Five years' experience with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, or other specialty skill areas. Demonstrated excellent skills and the ability to work independently and provide leadership with specific tasks.
• Vocational/Technical certifications preferred.
• An intermediate understanding of buildings and the operation and maintenance of building systems.
• Knowledge of safe and correct operation of the equipment, procedures, and techniques to perform the required tasks.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment. Understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment. Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
• Knowledge of pool maintenance and operation, safety regulations and possession of a pool operator's certification. If not in possession of one, have the ability to obtain one as soon as the training course is available.
• Demonstrated skills in organization, time management, and coordination of workload.

Essential Functions:

• Perform preventative, routine and emergency maintenance for the building, its support systems and program equipment
• Operate and maintain the swimming and hydrotherapy pools at functioning levels
• Operate and maintain the heating and air conditioning systems to ensure member satisfaction
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance repairs as needed
• Maintain product inventory listings, Material Safety Data Sheets
• Ensure YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor

At the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties, our primary objective is to empower people, inspire action, and strengthen the communities we call home. Join our team and support the Y's efforts to connect all people to their full potential and purpose. To apply visit our website at


The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Maintenance Technician II Job Description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician II performs work independently on preventative, routine and emergency maintenance for the building, building support systems, and membership program equipment. May plan individual projects, order supplies, and provide direction and instruction to other Maintenance Technicians or others supporting the project. Also, performs custodial and grounds keeping tasks as necessary to maintain a clean and pleasing appearance of the building. Provides a quality experience focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Key Responsibilities
• Perform preventative maintenance for the building, building support systems and program equipment as directed and as scheduled on the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Update preventive maintenance program as needed to reflect changing maintenance needs.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance repairs as needed to minimize downtime of systems and equipment.
• Operate and maintain the swimming and hydrotherapy pools at appropriate functioning levels to ensure member satisfaction and compliance with applicable state, county and city rules and regulations.
• Operate and maintain the heating and air conditioning systems at appropriate functioning levels to ensure member satisfaction.
• Maintain the mechanical and maintenance areas in a safe and sanitary condition at all times.
• Maintain product inventory listings, Material Safety Data Sheets and other projects as directed.
• Ensure YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Interior cleaning including, but not limited to, vacuuming carpets, cleaning windows, cleaning spills, sweeping or mopping floors, removing scuff marks from walls and floors, cleaning bathrooms and locker rooms, gum removal, dusting, odor control, and trash removal.
• Operate related motorized and non-motorized equipment.
• Replace soap, towels, and other supplies.
• Exterior cleaning and care to include lawn and garden maintenance, exterior building, and maintenance and repair of walkways and parking lots.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and proper manner. Notify supervisor of any repairs needed.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
• Staff will be responsible for frequent touchpoint cleaning and sanitizing in specific areas.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
• Five years' experience with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, or other specialty skill areas. Demonstrated excellent skills and the ability to work independently and provide leadership with specific tasks.
• Vocational/Technical certifications preferred.
• An intermediate understanding of buildings and the operation and maintenance of building systems.
• Knowledge of safe and correct operation of the equipment, procedures, and technique to perform the required tasks.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment. Understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment. Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
• Knowledge of pool maintenance and operation, safety regulations and possession of a pool operator's certification. If not in possession of one, have the ability to obtain one as soon as the training course is available.
• Demonstrated skills in organization, time management, and coordination of workload.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.


Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally may need to plan and participate in programming outdoors.
• Ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 30 feet.
• Ability to work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
• Ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed.
• Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
• Ability to perform essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi -- reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling; carrying, working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.

Employee Acknowledgement

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.


This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.