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Skagit Valley Family YMCA; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA household membership

403(b) Savings Account enrollment

Bilingual premium pay for certain زبان

Job summary

Skagit Valley Family YMCA in Mount Vernon, WA is hiring a janitorial attendant to perform general cleaning and custodial duties for YMCA buildings and grounds on the Graveyard Shift. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to YMCA values, and timely completion of daily tasks, with duties including window washing, equipment operation, pool area cleanup, and outdoor grounds maintenance.

The position offers hourly pay of $17.50 to $18.50 with 20–30 hours per week, and may require weekend and holiday

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Minimum 1-year janitorial background preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Possess a valid WA State Driver’s License with good driving record and current insurance.
• Current state approved certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid & Blood borne Pathogens, and mandatory reporting training required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform all forms of cleaning and custodial duties on a regular basis.
• Provide basic grounds clean-up including watering, weeding, leaf removal, snow and ice removal and litter pick-up.
• Perform skilled techniques for washing windows, as well as the use of a variety of floor scrubbers, vacuums and other equipment deemed necessary.
• Aid in daily cleanup of the swimming pool areas including the deck, bleachers and steam rooms.
• Respond to requests of Members and Staff with professionalism and customer service.
• Maintain sanitation of restrooms, locker rooms, public areas, administration areas, offices and meeting spaces.
• Attend and perform required training; may work different schedules or locations as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Diversity engagement

Driver's license

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Skagit Valley Family YMCA Mount Vernon Hoag Road - Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Salary Range: $17.50 - $18.50 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY

Perform work under the direct and general supervision of the Facility Manager to provide general cleaning and janitorial needs to the operations of the YMCA buildings and grounds on the Graveyard Shift. Promote the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values.

OUR 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values. Exhibit the YMCA’s values, behavioral and team expectations including truthfulness, integrity and teamwork.
• Demonstrate through leadership, work place safety: follow safety rules and guidelines, lead by example and encourage safety practices in colleagues.
• Perform all forms of cleaning and custodial duties on a regular basis.
• Provide basic grounds clean-up including watering, weeding, leaf removal, snow and ice removal and litter pick-up.
• Perform skilled techniques for washing windows, as well as the use of a variety of floor scrubbers, vacuums and other equipment deemed necessary.
• Will aid in daily cleanup of the swimming pool areas including the deck, bleachers and steam rooms.
• Respond to the requests of the Membership and Staff with a high degree of professionalism and customer service.
• Will be responsible for the sanitation of all restrooms, locker rooms, public areas as well as administration areas, offices and meeting spaces.
• Maintain accurate and complete checklists of all daily duties assigned.
• Attend and perform all required training that may and will be required by the YMCA and the Maintenance Department as instructed to.
• Perform other duties, responsibilities and special projects as may be required.
• May be asked to work different schedules or locations as the need arises.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Will routinely be required to use written and oral communication skills with staff and members, as well as being responsible for reading and understanding SDS Sheets and instruction manuals for all equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Will spend about 70% of their time on their feet walking, lifting (5 – 35 lbs.), climbing stairs, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to see the needs of keeping the building in a healthy and sanitized state.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and can occasionally reach high volumes.
• The employee must be able to interact professionally and courteously with members, staff, volunteers, vendors and any dissatisfied individuals.
• Will need to use sound reasoning, common sense and extreme care while handling chemicals.
• Employee will be required to work outdoors in inclement weather as needed, as well as the use of ladders and ability to work heights as needed.
• This position is based on a 20 to 30-hour work week to be regularly scheduled for daytime, weekend shifts, and for holidays as required. Must be on-call for emergency support services and be able to drive locally between properties regularly.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Minimum 1-year janitorial background preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Possess a valid WA State Driver’s License with good driving record and current insurance.
• Current state approved certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid & Blood borne Pathogens, and mandatory reporting training required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred availability

• Thursday - Monday
• Day Time Shift

BENEFITS FROM DAY 1

• Free YMCA household membership;
• 403(b) Saving Account enrollment;
• Additional bilingual, premium pay of $1.00for those who are fluent bilingual Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian and Ukrainian speakers. Ability to write or translate written materials is not required to receive this premium.

Your other benefits will be (waiting period applies)

• 8 paid federal holidays a year (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• Paid Sick & Vacation Day (accrual begins from day-1, eligible to use after 90-days)
• 2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)
• 403 (b) Retirement Employer Match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours)
• Life insurance, and more! (full-time benefited employees to be eligible)