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YMCA of Southwest Florida

Non-profit youth development & community services

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Full-TimeUpdated on 10/22/2026
$22/hr
Mid
Bradenton, FL, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
  • Experience in construction, maintenance, and all facets of facility operation is required.
  • Knowledge of construction tasks such as framing, drywall, flooring, finishing, roofing, and locksmith work is required.
  • General working knowledge of plumbing issues in a corporate building, including sinks, faucets, and toilets, is required.
  • Knowledge of electrical work, including ballast repairs, maintaining building lighting systems, and cable management, is required.
  • Knowledge of HVAC is required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and general computer skills is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • A clean motor vehicle record for three years, with annual updates, is required.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
  • Ability to comprehend and interpret instructions is required.
  • Ability to work with the Association Property and Maintenance Director to prioritize maintenance requests is required.
  • Ability to supervise and direct a small team is required.
  • Knowledge of building construction processes and procedures, equipment, tools, materials, and their application is required.
  • Employment is contingent upon completing the required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
  • CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
  • Annual completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training is required.
  • Annual completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class is required.
  • Staff safety requirements and cleaning protocols must be completed.
  • Additional training classes may be required as recommended by the supervisor.
Responsibilities
  • Train, supervise, and direct employees within the assigned department or location.
  • Negotiate and monitor contracts with outside vendors for maintenance work and oversee contracted workers' services.
  • Provide repair solutions and recommendations, and conduct and supervise repairs.
  • Ensure operational efficiency of equipment and mechanical systems through thorough and timely inspection and repair.
  • Keep YMCA premises and facilities clean and in good condition.
  • Implement workplace safety policies and standards.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on all properties, including HVAC equipment, pressure cleaning, and exhaust fan cleaning.
  • Manage severe weather preparation planning for assigned locations.
  • Transport, relocate, or dispose of office equipment and furniture.
  • Order maintenance and replacement parts as needed.
  • Review center manager facility checklists and address concerns accordingly.
  • Meet weekly with the supervisor to review open repair requests and special projects.
  • Carry out minor remodeling, renovation, and building and facility maintenance, including storage rooms, closets, basic cabinetry, drywall repair, and finishing.
  • Ensure timely preventive maintenance of all vehicles.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and modified at the manager's discretion.

About the company

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YMCA of Southwest Florida

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YMCA of Southwest Florida is a nonprofit organization that supports community development in Fort Myers, Englewood, and Cape Coral through programs focused on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It funds its programs with memberships, program fees for activities like summer camps and SKY Academy academies, and donations, and operates SKY Academy schools in Venice and Englewood to promote inclusive education. The organization offers a range of services, from recreational activities to educational programs, delivered across multiple locations to meet local needs. Its goal is to help individuals and families become healthier, more connected, and more engaged in their communities.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Venice, Florida

Founded

1974

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 news highlights $20,000 summer-camp scholarship matching from Scott Pinkerton and FourThought.
  • June 2026 newsletter said rural feeding sites and eight meal sites served children.
  • Florida Senate funding request on December 17, 2025 seeks $10 million for Babcock Ranch.

What critics are saying

  • SKY Academy Venice reported a June 30, 2025 net deficit of $340, signaling fragility.
  • Babcock Ranch depends on $10 million state money; denial stalls a $43.6 million project.
  • Mission-heavy childcare and scholarship revenue creates existential dependence on donations, grants, and families paying.

What makes YMCA of Southwest Florida unique

  • Seven-county Southwest Florida footprint plus SKY Academy Venice and Englewood create community moats.
  • The 2024-2026 strategic plan explicitly ties sustainability, people, community, and growth to execution.
  • Membership, childcare, camps, aquatics, and school operations diversify touchpoints across families and children.

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Benefits

  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Discounts