Cleaner Housekeeper Facilities

YMCA of Greater Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is seeking a part-time, contract hourly Cleaner to join the Central YMCA Health and Fitness Centre, available immediately. This role focuses on cleaning, laundry duties, and ensuring safety and cleanliness across the facility.

You will perform light and general cleaning, sanitize equipment, tidy washrooms, assist with towels, and provide friendly service to members while upholding YMCA values in a dynamic community setting.

Qualifications

• Cleaning experience in a commercial establishment.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Flexibility with schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
• WHMIS training (or willingness to obtain).
• Commitment to YMCA mission, values and inclusive environment.
• Respect for diversity and belonging initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform light, general and project cleaning and maintain equipment in good repair.
• Dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and cleaning washrooms and lockers.
• Conduct laundry duties such as collecting towels and replenishing supplies.
• Uphold workplace safety and provide high standard customer service.
• Represent the YMCA professionally and support volunteer partnerships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

Hourly Rate: $19.43 – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package!

Location: Central YMCA Health and Fitness Centre

Work Hours: Must be available to work 24 hours

Employment Type: Contract Hourly Part Time (12-months)

Number of Vacancies: Multiple

Anticipated Start Date: Immediately

Deadline to Apply: October 28, 2026

Be the Spark!

Join our passionate Health &Fitness Team and help us to 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 to keep cleaning and laundry equipment clean and in good repair all the time.

In this role, you will:

• Perform all light duty cleaning, project cleaning, general cleaning and keep cleaning equipment clean and in good repair all the time.
• Perform light duty cleaning like: dusting, sweeping and washing of floors, vacuuming of carpets and upholstery, cleaning lockers, counter tops, railings, mirrors, glazing and windows, cardio and strength equipment in conditioning room, Cyclefit room and free weight room.
• Clean washrooms including toilets, urinals, washbasins, vanities, replenishes toiletry, body soap, remove garbage from various areas and dispose into the bin.
• Perform laundry related duties, including collection of used towels, loading and unloading of laundry machines, folding towels and replenishing towel at the service desks.
• Ensure the safety of all participants, property and self by following established Workplace Health and Safety practices and procedures.
• Provide a high standard of customer service to all participants as per SAM standards and other guidelines set from time to time.
• Demonstrate appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represent the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
• Understand the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

You bring:

• Cleaning experience in a commercial establishment
• Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers; excellent written communication skill
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Flexibility regarding assigned work schedule, including days, evenings and weekend
• WHIMIS training an asse
• Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
• A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practices that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children and youth
• 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 the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.

Check out the next steps in our recruitment process and see what others are saying about working at the YMCA.