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As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we're looking for you to join us as we carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we're an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

The Facilities Painter and Maintenance Worker performs the improvement and maintenance operations of the designated facilities, including preventative maintenance. This position is primarily responsible for performing interior/exterior painting activities in addition to completing minor repairs for the facility, and other assigned areas.

• Perform interior and exterior painting, including surface preparation, touch-ups, and finishing work, to ensure YMCA facilities are safe, functional, and welcoming for members, participants, and staff.
• Perform light maintenance and minor repair tasks, including basic drywall repair, patching, caulking, hardware adjustments, replacement of light bulbs and lamps, and light plumbing and electrical work that does not require specialized tools or licensing.
• Maintain facility lighting systems by cleaning fixtures and ensuring proper operation.
• Work independently to complete assigned responsibilities while effectively communicating maintenance needs, safety concerns, or equipment issues to supervisors and YMCA staff.
• Safely operate, use, and maintain painting and light maintenance tools and equipment, including ladders, scaffolding, and lifts, in accordance with YMCA policies and safety standards.
• Support facility improvement initiatives and participate in preventative maintenance programs for facility equipment and systems.
• Accurately document and organize maintenance and repair activities to ensure accountability, compliance, and continuity of service.
• Transport tools, materials, and supplies between work areas and YMCA locations as required.
• Maintain working knowledge of and adhere to all applicable OSHA regulations, YMCA policies, procedures, and safety standards, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility by maintaining a professional presence and working cooperatively with members, staff, and contractors.
• Perform all other duties as assigned in support of YMCA operations and mission advancement.

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Diploma/GED preferred
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred
• Possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with the association's driving standards
• Extensive knowledge of painting techniques and finishing, intermediate level of knowledge in facility/ maintenance operations
• Have the ability and knowledge to use tools and equipment related to painting and light maintenance work
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
• Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties
• Ability to work nights and weekends

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee needs sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Current driver's license and access to reliable vehicle for transportation.
• Occasional travel, both local and national, may be required.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement:

• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening, motor vehicle record (MVR) and reference check according to company policy.

• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for like minded people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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