Cleaner Housekeeper Facilities

Rate of Pay : $16.75 / hr. – Check out the YMCA’s !

Location : North York YMCA HF

Employment Type : Contract Hourly for 1 year

Number of Vacancies : 2

Anticipated Start Date : July 8, 2024

Deadline to Apply : July 31, 2024 At 5 PM

Be the Spark! Join our passionate Health & Fitness Team and help us achieve great things in our community!

The Cleaner ensures the safety of all members, property, and self by following established Workplace Health and Safety practices and procedures. The position is responsible for performing all light duty cleaning, project and general cleaning, laundry duties, and maintaining cleaning and laundry equipment in good repair at all times.

In this role, you will :

• Perform all light duty cleaning, project cleaning, general cleaning, and keep cleaning equipment clean and in good repair.
• Perform light duty cleaning such as dusting, sweeping and washing floors, vacuuming carpets and upholstery, cleaning lockers, countertops, railings, mirrors, glazing, and windows, as well as cleaning cardio and strength equipment in the conditioning room, Cyclefit room, and free weight room.
• Clean washrooms including toilets, urinals, washbasins, vanities, replenish toiletries and body soap, and remove garbage from various areas for proper disposal.
• Perform laundry duties, including collecting used towels, loading and unloading laundry machines, folding towels, and replenishing towels at the service desks.
• Ensure safety of all participants, property, and self by following Workplace Health and Safety practices.
• Provide high-standard customer service to all participants as per SAM standards and other guidelines.
• Demonstrate behaviors aligned with our Mission, Vision, and Values, taking a member-focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represent the YMCA professionally.
• Value volunteer staff partnerships and incorporate philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

You bring :

• Cleaning experience in a commercial setting
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers; excellent written communication skills
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Flexibility regarding work schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends
• WHMIS training and certification
• An understanding and appreciation of the YMCA’s mission, vision, strategic outcomes, and values
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and building a sense of belonging

What you need to succeed :

• Commitment to the YMCA’s mission and values
• Focus on the health, safety, and well-being of children, youth, and vulnerable populations in YMCA programs, including understanding legal and moral obligations related to child protection reporting
• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites potential, helping individuals grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are dedicated to employee development and recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and opportunities to impact lives and community health. Learn more about what to expect from the YMCA.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. See our 2020–2025 strategic plan for our focus on well-being and equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We strive to remove employment barriers and value staff who reflect our community diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized people, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.

If needed, we will accommodate your recruitment process. Please inform us when contacted about a job opportunity.

Job offers are contingent upon a successful Police Records Check, including a Vulnerable Sector check every three years. Learn more about these checks.

The YMCA considers only applicants legally entitled to work in Canada. We appreciate all interest; only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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