Maintenance Staff

Overview

The custodian is responsible for keeping branches and grounds functionally and aesthetically pleasing. This position ensures the branches are tidy, clean and well-maintained. 

 

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in assigned areas including sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, clean windows, refrigerator, bathrooms, shower, empty trash, locker rooms, and recycling
• Cleans and maintains floors, walls, windows, tiled areas, and other surfaces, including striping polish and waxing floors, and providing carpet care
• Cleans, descales and sanitizes sinks, toilets, showers, restrooms, and other assigned areas of building
• Refills all product dispensers such as soap, paper towels, toilet tissue etc
• Replaces light bulbs
• Empties waste containers and replaces soiled container liners
• Dusts furniture in office areas and meeting spaces, walls and ceilings
• Rearranges furniture as required
• Assist with snow removal as needed
• Participates in setups and takedowns and moves furniture and equipment as needed
• Assist or relieve personnel in other areas in emergency, staff shortage, or job vacancy
• Complete assigned responsibilities during facility shutdowns
• Must understand and perform skills established in the YUSA Maintenance Standards Manual
• Operates all equipment properly and promptly reports any problems to supervisor
• Reports any damage to supervisor
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
• Incorporates the mission, philosophy and 4 core values of the YMCA in all communication with participants and co-workers
• Perform routine maintenance as assigned, assist with maintenance jobs requiring more than one person
• Respond to member and staff service needs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
• Minimum one year of related experience in custodial work
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proficient with handling basic maintenance repairs
• Able to work a flexible work schedule including but not limited to afterhours cleaning of the facility
• Knowledge and ability to work with chemicals and equipment in the prescribed manner, including ability to read labels, SDS information, and instructions
• Prior knowledge or understanding of cleaning agents, appropriate commercial and/or industrial cleaning techniques
• Possesses mature judgment and sound decision-making
• Knowledge of safety issues related to facility site
• Ability to communicate effectively with members, peers, volunteers and supervisor
• Prior knowledge of methods of maintenance for carpet and hard surface floors and commercial chemical application is preferred

Benefits

• Free YMCA Staff Membership
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistant Program
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Career development and training opportunities

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $15.16 - USD $20.00 /Hr.