Cleaner (part-time), Les Chater Family YMCA, ON

Ymca Hbb; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health and benefits plans

Generous pension plans with employer…

Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Members

Professional development opportunities

Reduced rates for YMCA programs

Mental Health on Demand (MHOD)

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Les Chater Family YMCA in Hamilton, ON is hiring a part-time Cleaner (up to 29 hours/week) with a wage of $17.95 per hour. The role focuses on housekeeping across the YMCA facilities, ensuring high cleanliness standards and member satisfaction.

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is required, with a start date around November 2026. The job offers benefits such as health plans, a pension with employer matching, free YMCA memberships, and opportunities for professional development and career

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years cleaning experience in a recreational service setting preferred; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks in all occupied and common areas.
• Identify efficient methods and products for routine cleaning.
• Lift and move items up to 20 pounds as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness to meet Y Way standards.
• Operate vacuums, floor polishers, and cleaning chemicals.
• Assist with outdoor seasonal tasks and grounds keeping as required.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Independent worker

WHMIS asset

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor polishers

Cleaning agents

Job description

Les Chater Family YMCA
356 Rymal Road East
Hamilton, ON L9B 1C2, CAN

Description

Location: Les Chater Family YMCA, 356 Rymal Rd E, Hamilton, ON L9B 1C2 Department: Health, Fitness & Aquatics

Position Grade: Grade 1 Position Type: Part Time, Hourly with complimentary YMCA membership

Hourly Rate: $17.95 per hour Work Hours: Up to 29 hours per week

Anticipated Start Date: Nov 2026 Deadline to Apply: Nov 03, 2026

No. of Vacancies: 1

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer:

• Group health and benefits plans, subject to eligibility
• Generous pension plans with employer matching
• Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
• Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
• Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program
• Opportunities for career advancement

Position Overview:

We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.

The Cleaner is responsible for the provision of housekeeping duties within the above Membership Centre with a wide variety of assigned tasks under the general direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor. The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that all cleaning tasks are carried out conscientiously and in accordance with the quality standards as defined by the Les Chater Family YMCA: operating under the YWay Standards. This role is integral to member satisfaction by ensuring that the cleanliness of the facility is maintained, meets and exceeds the expectations of members, volunteers, participants, staff and other visitors to the facility.

This position is a part-time position (up to 29 hours per week), which will require an availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, and weekends.

What You’ll Do:

• Carry out all cleaning tasks as assigned in members’ space, back-of-house spaces and exterior spaces.
• Identify efficient methods and products to be used in the course of carrying out routine cleaning tasks to ensure desired results.
• Physical requirements related to lifting weights in excess of 20 pounds, i.e. furniture to access areas that are not cleaned regularly, clutter, garbage removal, etc.
• Consistently work towards meeting and exceeding standards as defined by the Les Chater Family YMCA: Y Way standards evaluation program.
• Operation of vacuums, floor polishers, and regular use of various chemical cleaning agents.
• Cleaning responsibilities are limited primarily to indoors, however, cleaners are expected to assist with outdoor seasonal tasks, garbage removal and grounds keeping duties as required.

What You’ll Bring:

• Ability to comprehend and carry out written instructions within specified safety standards.
• 1 to 3 years cleaning experience in a recreational service setting is preferred; however, training will be provided.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as part of a staff team.
• Able to work flexible schedule including days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• WHIMIS certified is considered an asset

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable people will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Youth

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides YMCA Hamilton | Burlington | Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Organizational Overview

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.

We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.

If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at [e-mail]

Ready to Make a Difference?

YMCA HBB is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone thrives, we want to hear from you!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure

Artificial intelligence ("AI") may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position. All hiring decisions involve human review.