Custodian

Ymca-of-Southwest-Florid; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Southwest Florida is seeking a dedicated cleaning professional to maintain facility cleanliness and disinfect high-traffic areas. You will operate electrostatic sprayers, floor machines, vacuums, and other cleaning equipment while adhering to safety protocols and daily procedures.

The role involves general cleaning, trash removal, linen and supply replenishment, and reporting needed repairs. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Capacity to take direction.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift 20–50 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe storage methods.
• Reliable and punctual with professional conduct.
• Adherence to safety policies and background checks.
• Employment contingent on background screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform general clean-up of all areas of the building as directed.
• Clean and sanitize wellness floors, counters, meeting rooms, bathrooms, break rooms and public areas.
• Gather and empty trash and recycling; transport trash as needed.
• Sanitize metal fixtures; disinfect high touch surfaces.
• Complete non-routine cleaning and handle emergency cleaning requests.
• Report repairs and replacements when encountered.
• Mix and dispose of cleaning solutions; follow chemical handling procedures.
• Follow health and safety regulations and maintain safe storage of products.
• Responsible for staff safety compliance and cleaning protocol adherence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Minimal supervision

Teamwork

Time management

Physical stamina

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Keep facility clean and disinfected to aid in preventing the spread of germs. Performs special cleaning projects as well as daily cleaning duties in accordance with standard procedures and objectives. Uses cleaning equipment, including electrostatic sprayers, automatic floor machines, commercial vacuums, wet mops, and other necessary equipment, tools, chemicals, and supplies. Disinfects of all high traffic areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Perform general clean-up of all areas of the building as directed.
• Ensure facilities are maintained by cleaning and sanitizing wellness floors, counters, meeting rooms, bathrooms, break rooms and public areas.
• Gather and empty trash and recycling. May include transporting trash from collection points to pick-up areas.
• Sanitize metal fixtures or trimmings.
• Complete non-routine cleaning according to specified job orders, handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests, and tackle heavy cleaning jobs upon request.
• Reports repairs and replacements needed when encountered on job.
• Mix and dispose of all cleaning solutions appropriately.
• Follow all health and safety regulations.
• Ensure safe and sanitary storage and care of products.
• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.

Branch Facilities

• Disinfect counters and other high touch surfaces
• Sweep and/or vacuum floors.
• Spot-clean, sweep stairs, or shampoo carpets as needed.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

Bathrooms/Locker Rooms

• Clean counter, sinks, showers and drinking fountains, and surfaces.
• Replenish consumables such as soap, paper towels, toilet paper, hand sanitizers, etc.
• Empty trash and sanitary bins.
• Dust the fan/vent.
• Other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, kneel or stand extended periods of time. The employee frequently is required to reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• Ability to lift or carry 20-50 lbs.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Gloves, Mask)

YMCA of Southwest Florida has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and YMCA of Southwest Florida reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the YMCA of Southwest Florida may deem appropriate.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision.
• Capacity to take direction.
• Ability to stand for long lengths, walk, bend, reach, stretch, push, pull and lift repetitively during working hours.
• Ability to handle heavy janitorial equipment/tools.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies, proper storage and disposal methods, and techniques for cleaning.
• Ability to work well alone, or with a partner or team.
• Reliable and punctual with a dedicated professionalism to job and duties.
• Able to adapt to changing schedules or routines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Successfully complete State of Florida Criminal History Background Check requirements as well as meet the Association’s policies on background screening
• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy
• Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• CPR and First Aid Certifications preferred.
• Completion of YMCA of the USA Child Abuse and Neglect class
• Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogens training
• Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols
• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor