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Housekeeper Lead

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
flexible schedule
wellness programs

Job Description

The YMCA is a renowned community organization dedicated to strengthening communities and improving lives through diverse programs and services. Known for its commitment to inclusivity and fostering a sense of belonging, the YMCA offers opportunities that go beyond just employment. Their mission centers around nurturing potential, supporting individual growth, and making a lasting positive impact in the community. The culture at the YMCA is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined - values that are woven into the daily experiences of both staff and members. These core values promote an environment where individuals can truly belong and become their best selves, driven by a shared goal of community strength and well-being.

This position is for a Housekeeper at the YMCA, a role vital to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appeal of the facility. The Housekeeper is responsible for ensuring that the YMCA is an attractive and sanitary environment where members and visitors feel comfortable and welcome. This is achieved through routine cleaning, upkeep, and maintenance duties, including mopping, dusting, trash removal, and window cleaning. Additional responsibilities may include pool cleaning, snow removal, groundskeeping, light repairs, and setting up furniture for events. Operating both motorized and non-motorized equipment is part of the role, emphasizing the physical nature of the job. The Housekeeper plays a key role in maintaining the security of the building during shifts and must promptly report any incidents or hazardous conditions to supervisors. This position requires a reliable, attentive individual who takes pride in their work and understands the importance of a clean, safe environment for the community. Overall, the role provides an excellent opportunity for those who wish to contribute directly to the positive experience and health of YMCA members and the broader community through dedicated facilities maintenance and service excellence.

Job Requirements

  • Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties
  • lift, pull and carry up to 50 pounds
  • ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 30 feet
  • ability to work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms
  • ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed
  • ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust
  • ability to perform essential maintenance including semi-reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, carrying, working in narrow and/or confining spaces underground, overhead, and at ground level, twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs, and lying on stomach and/or back

Job Qualifications

  • Six months or more of related experience preferred
  • ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
  • ability to report and record maintenance requests
  • knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment
  • basic understanding of upkeep and care of equipment
  • understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use
  • abides by all YMCA COVID sanitation practices and standards

Job Duties

  • Provide exemplary service to members and prospective members
  • maintain cleanliness and upkeep of assigned areas including mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling
  • perform window washing, pool cleaning, seasonal lawn care, and snow removal
  • operate motorized and non-motorized cleaning equipment
  • complete light repairs such as replacing light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and painting
  • ensure building security during shifts and report incidents or hazardous conditions
  • set up furniture for events

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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