Custodian II

YMCA of the North; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership

Safe sick time

Job summary

YMCA of the North is hiring a Custodian II for Dayton YMCA at Gaviidae. The role offers $17.00 per hour with weeknights and Saturday schedules and includes a free YMCA membership and safe/sick time benefits.

The Custodian II will maintain cleanliness and sanitation, perform a range of cleaning tasks, and support safety and maintenance in a community-centered environment. This position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be able and willing to develop.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
• Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily duties listed on the schedule and maintain daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
• Perform janitorial duties including wet/dry mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window washing, meeting setup, pool cleaning, snow removal, lawn care and other cleaning tasks.
• Record repairs and report to supervisor; follow up on maintenance needs.
• Ensure building and property are secure during shift and report hazards.
• Operate cleaning equipment as needed.
• Open to following custodial leads' instructions.

Skills

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Cleaning knowledge

Chemical safety

Willing to learn

Job description

Custodian II | Dayton YMCA at Gaviidae | $17.00 per hour | Weeknights + Saturdays

We are seeking professional custodians who takes pride in helping to create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for members, families, and staff. This role is a strong fit for someone who takes pride in their work, works well independently, and enjoys being part of a community-focused organization. Team members enjoy a free YMCA of the North membership and discounts on YMCA programs!

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to work in men's locker rooms.
• Work as part of a team.
• Flexible and available scheduling to meet the building cleaning needs.
• Able to maintain and keep high cleaning standards in the assigned areas.
• Open to follow instructions from the custodial leads.

Schedule:

• Weeknights from 4:00pm to 9:00pm
• Saturdays from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
• Pay: $17.00 per hour
• Free membership + safe and sick time!

Pay:

The salary for this position is $17.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full-time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part-time benefits will vary.

Job Summary:

The Custodian II is responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of the areas assigned. The incumbent is accountable for the completions of assigned duties with a minimum level of supervision. Duties include, but are not limited to, mopping, dusting, trash removal, window washing, meeting set up, pool cleaning, snow removal, lawn care, and other general cleaning responsibilities. The incumbent interacts positively with members and staff and responds to requests personally or informs the appropriate maintenance staff member. Member service is the incumbent’s main objective while demonstrating the YMCA core values: honesty, responsibility, caring, equity, and respect at all times.

Essential Functions:

• Complete all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintain daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
• Perform janitorial duties which include, but are not limited to, wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window washing, meeting set up, pool cleaning, painting, vacuuming, seasonal activities dealing with lawn care and snow removal, and general cleaning as requested or needed.
• Record all needed repairs, repair as directed, report ALL repairs to supervisor, and follow up with staff.
• Ensure YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Cleanup of blood or body fluids which could contain bloodborne pathogens.
• Operate motorized equipment used for cleaning.

Relationships:

This position reports to the Custodial Supervisor who reports to the Executive Director. Work closely with staff to ensure that the Association standards of cleanliness are being met and attend all relevant training programs available.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing if needed.
• Must be able and willing to develop.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of the equipment used for cleaning.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
• Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning.

Work Conditions:

• Move up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations up to 200 feet away.
• Erecting and standing on scaffolding, ladders, and platforms.
• Work at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
• Work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
• Ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed.
• Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
• Ability to report and record maintenance requests on work board.
• Perform essential housekeeping to facility or equipment which may involve but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
• Ability to perform tasks outdoor in different climate.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment: auto scrubber, buffer, snow blower, sweeper, trash compactor, lift, pressure washer, box compactor, hand and power tools.
• Must be able to respond to emergency/on-call situations.

Additional Notes:

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from Branch management staff and the Product Management team or their representatives in performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association’s success.