Building Operator

Why Youll Love Working With Us:
In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity curiosity and celebrates success we offer:

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
• Competitive total compensation packages
• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical dental and prescription medication subject to eligibility)
• Generous pension plans with employer matching
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care Camp and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for career advancement

Position Description
We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that #YSavesLives. By joining the Health Fitness Aquatics & Residence team you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.

The Building Operator will be a member of the Facilities team and will report to the General Manager Facility Assets and will be responsible for the maintenance of all YMCA building and mechanical systems.

The successful candidate will get satisfaction from a job well done and will enjoy figuring out the cause of a malfunctioning piece of equipment or facility problem and fixing it. Your process is careful and systematic understanding that safety is vital for yourself the members that swim and work out with us the children being cared for and your coworkers who make the YMCA a welcoming place. If you have experience with building maintenance or have graduated with a mechanical technician diploma or utility systems certificate or related diploma we welcome you to apply!

What Youll Do:

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on building systems and program equipment across YMCA branches in Hamilton Burlington and Brantford. This includes inspecting HVAC systems electrical panels plumbing fixtures and fitness equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Coordinate and oversee external contractors for specialized repairs and maintenance work. You will schedule service visits monitor work quality and ensure compliance with YMCA standards and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory of equipment parts and place orders with approved suppliers to maintain stock levels. This involves tracking usage forecasting needs and ensuring timely delivery to avoid operational disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records of building systems equipment servicing and compliance documentation. You will use digital tools or logs to document inspections repairs and certifications for audits and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct daily and annual pool maintenance (training provided and in collaboration with branch facilities) including water quality testing chemical balancing and equipment checks to meet health and safety standards.
• Ensure all facilities are clean safe and well-maintained to deliver an exceptional experience for members staff volunteers and program participants. This includes identifying hazards reporting issues promptly and supporting emergency response when needed.
  
  

What You Bring:

• Education: Two (2) years of post-secondary education in Maintenance Services Building Systems Mechanical Maintenance Fundamentals or a related field. Trade certification or equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• Technical Skills: Experience in building trades preferably in one or more of the following areas: electrical plumbing or carpentry. Knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Soft Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve facility and equipment issues systematically and safely.
• Familiarity with compliance documentation and record-keeping.
• Willingness to complete pool maintenance training (provided by YMCA).

This position requires a commitment to the YMCA mission and core values of: Inclusion Caring Honesty Respect and Responsibility as well as a commitment to building developmental assets in children and adults.

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of HamiltonBurlingtonBrantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required in addition to a Police Records Check to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offence(s) if any is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Organizational Overview
As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada the YMCA of HamiltonBurlingtonBrantford 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 to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCAs determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.

Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility
The YMCA of HamiltonBurlingtonBrantford is committed to creating an inclusive diverse equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or neurodiversity.

We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous 2SLGBTQIA BIPOC and Disabled communities to apply.

If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact our People Leadership and Culture Department at

Ready to Make a Difference The YMCA is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If youre passionate about people and excited to lead impactful initiatives we want to hear from you!