Building Superintendent

The Building Superintendent oversees the maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and overall operation of the East Bridgewater Branch and Camp Satucket. This hands-on leadership position is responsible for preventative maintenance, custodial operations, grounds, pool systems, and facility repairs, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.

The Building Superintendent also supervises maintenance and custodial staff, coordinates contractors, manages facility-related expenses, and ensures compliance with safety standards. The position requires strong technical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as availability to respond to facility emergencies.

The Building Superintendent models the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Key Responsibilities - Facility Operations

• Develop and oversee preventative maintenance programs for all facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and coordinate repairs to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Maintain high standards for facility cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall condition.
• Oversee pool mechanical systems, water quality, filtration, and chemical controls.
• Maintain facility grounds and coordinate seasonal maintenance and snow removal.
• Conduct regular facility inspections and identify repair, replacement, and capital improvement needs.
• Obtain bids, coordinate contractors, and oversee completion of facility projects.
• Maintain required facility records, inspections, licenses, service contracts, and inventories.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, YMCA policies, and established safety procedures.
• Participate in facility safety, risk-management, and Camp Master Plan initiatives.

Staff Leadership

• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, coach, and evaluate maintenance and custodial staff.
• Establish clear expectations for safety, quality, responsiveness, and customer service.
• Ensure appropriate facility and emergency coverage.
• Meet regularly with the Vice President to review priorities, projects, budgets, and long-term facility needs.

Financial & Administrative

• Assist in developing and managing facility and department budgets.
• Monitor expenses and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
• Coordinate vendor bids, contracts, purchases, and facility-related services.
• Maintain required building licenses, permits, inspections, and certifications.

YMCA & Community Engagement

• Provide professional and responsive service to members, staff, volunteers, and guests.
• Support the YMCA Annual Campaign and other Association initiatives.
• Participate in branch and Association meetings and committees as assigned.
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors, community organizations, and local agencies.
• Coordinate volunteer facility projects as appropriate.

YMCA Leadership Competencies

Mission Advancement: Models YMCA values and demonstrates a commitment to strengthening the community and delivering excellent service.

Collaboration: Builds positive relationships, communicates effectively, manages conflict professionally, and supports staff development.

Operational Effectiveness: Manages resources, budgets, projects, and staff effectively while maintaining strong standards for safety, quality, and accountability.

Personal Growth: Demonstrates adaptability, professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Team Leader Certification from Y-USA with six months of employment
• A High School diploma or equivalent required and a Bachelor’s Degree and/or trade/vocational training preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in mechanical repairs and custodial procedures or equivalent training.
• Previous supervisory experience necessary.
• Must be able to be on call twenty-four hour, seven days a week.
• Must maintain a current Certified Pool Operator certification.
• Ability to push, pull, carry, or lift 75 lbs. on an occasional basis.
• Maintain CPR, AED and First Aid certifications
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license and maintenance of safe driving record.
• Must be able to perform manual labor frequently, including cleaning, landscaping and lifting.