Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and help us to achieve great things in our community.
The YMCA of Fredericton is a leading charity that responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth, and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities as well as to each other and enhances their quality of life.
Employee Benefits
- YMCA of Fredericton membership
- Nationwide access to other YMCAs
- Complimentary career development & training (including Continuing Education Credits, re-certifications, etc.)
- Staff appreciation events
- Employee recognition
- Flexible work arrangements
Position Overview
- Performs preventative maintenance, repairs, or parts replacement on building and equipment on a scheduled basis such as inspecting belts, checking fluid levels, repairs or replacing defective parts on equipment.
- Ensures pool chemicals are filled, regularly monitors pool chemistry and takes corrective action, if required.
- Places orders for required parts to complete repairs, with approval.
- Performs building maintenance and repairs such as painting, plastering, and assembling equipment.
- Maintains building snow removal and landscaping.
- Maintains records of completed repairs and maintenance procedures.
- Collects garbage and disposes of waste.
- Set up and tear down for facility functions.
- Assist housekeeping with minor tasks, as required.
- Conducts security alarm checks.
- Completes daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance records such as fire drills and requisitions.
- Assist contractors working within the YMCA.
- Actively participates in scheduled programs, meetings and special events.
- In collaboration with individual program members, program volunteers and YMCA program staff, assists and encourages program members to access additional appropriate programs offered at this location.
- Other duties as assigned.
General YMCA Responsibilities
- Demonstrates appropriate behaviours in line with our mission, vision and values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the association. Represents the YMCA and the association in a professional manner.
- Understands the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services.
- Understands the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
- 16 years old (minimum).
- Previous maintenance work is an asset.
- Workplace Standard First Aid is an asset.
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certification is an asset.
- Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication (verbal & written) with members, staff and volunteers.
- Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members including visible and non-visible dimensions of diversity.
- Flexibility regarding assigned hours of work - early mornings, days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Competencies Required
- Commitment to Organization Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values.
- Participant focused: Commits to assisting each participant (child or adult) in the development of new skills in a fun and safe manner.
- Self-Management: Works independently with minimal supervision.
- Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and support information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA.
- Professionalism: Professionally represent the YMCA to members and visitors at all times.
- Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
- Service Oriented: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual’s YMCA experience.
Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening and proof of certifications, if applicable. Employees will be required to complete online YMCA Safeguarding Training.
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Work Location: In person
