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About the job
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- At least 2–3 years of responsible experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
- Skill in using hand and power tools is required.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, carpentry, and other maintenance-related areas is required.
- Adherence to the drug-, alcohol-, and smoke-free workplace policy is required.
- The ability to prioritize and meet deadlines is required.
- The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos is required.
- The ability to write simple correspondence is required.
- Successful completion of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements and compliance with the Association’s background screening policies are required.
- CPR and First Aid certifications are required.
- Annual completion of YMCA Blood Borne Pathogens Training and the YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention class is required.
- Compliance with staff safety requirements and cleaning protocols is required.
- The employee must successfully complete Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds and meet the listed physical demands, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Perform routine and extensive preventive maintenance and repair procedures on YMCA buildings, mechanical equipment, and other property.
- Perform minor and major repairs on buildings and equipment.
- Replace broken windows; repair doors and door locks; and install window blinds.
- Install flooring of all types.
- Install and repair plumbing fixtures, including toilets, sinks, and urinals.
- Install electrical wiring and equipment; replace and repair lighting fixtures and ballasts.
- Respond to emergency maintenance requests as required.
- Assist with building renovation and remodeling; repair plaster and drywall; and perform interior and exterior painting.
- Uphold staff safety requirements, including department cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Complete additional training classes as recommended by the supervisor.
About the company
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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Simplify's Take
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