Community-Focused Facility Custodian

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a Custodian to maintain interior and exterior cleanliness in our center. Under supervision, you will support the mission by delivering high-quality cleaning and safe environments for members and staff.

You will perform routine cleaning, assist in small repairs, and help promote membership while upholding YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Training and safety compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must be able to interact positively with people of all ages and abilities.
• Must be able to function unsupervised while providing high level of detail work with strict compliance to maintenance procedures.
• Background in commercial level cleaning preferred.
• Certification of CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 required within the 60 days.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and Child Protective Services check.
• Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation (NEO), Bloodborne Pathogens, Child Abuse Prevention (CAP), and Sexual Harassment upon hire and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission, vision and goals of the YMCA.
• Promote a professional work environment through character development by modeling the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
• Lead in a manner that advances our cause to strengthen the foundations of our community through programs that focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
• Participate in promoting YMCA membership through assisting in the recruiting and retaining of members.
• Perform detailed cleaning of assigned areas of the facility to include: dusting, vacuuming, dry and wet mopping, removal of trash to outside receptacles, and performs general housekeeping duties following a routine cleaning checklist using chemicals and tools provided.
• Assist in routine maintenance and small repairs as directed.
• Maintain records and forms associated with performance of duties as required.
• Participate in daily cleaning and project cleaning as required (tile, rug and wood floor maintenance/cleaning).
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Promote and participate in YMCA fundraising efforts to include Annual Support and United Way Campaigns.
• Follow department Association standards.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Wear staff uniform and name tag, or professional attire when appropriate.
• Act as a leader in emergency situations. Report any accidents or incidents according to Emergency Communication Action Plan.
• Ensure all members, guests, and program participants are in a safe environment and actively follow center Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
• Carry out other related duties as deemed necessary by the Facility department and center operations to ensure an excellent member experience.

Skills

Detail-oriented work

Interpersonal interaction

Physical stamina

Positive interaction with all ages

Education

CPR/First Aid/AED/O2 certification

Job description

The YMCA of the Virginia Peninsulas is seeking a Custodian to maintain interior and exterior cleanliness in our center. Under supervision, you will support the mission by delivering high-quality cleaning and safe environments for members and staff.

You will perform routine cleaning, assist in small repairs, and help promote membership while upholding YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Training and safety compliance are required.