Housekeeper - Nights & Weekends

Minot Young Mens Christian Association; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Minot Young Mens Christian Association is seeking an Entry Level Housekeeper in Minot, ND to maintain clean, safe YMCA facilities. Under supervision, you will perform routine janitorial duties and support program spaces to meet sanitation standards.

As part of the housekeeping team, you will set up for events, report repairs, and help keep members, staff, and guests welcomed. Prior experience is not required; reliability and following directions are valued.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to work independently without constant direct supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
• Ability to report and record maintenance requests.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.

Responsibilities

• Ensure YMCA is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintaining upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
• Maintains the cleanliness of all assigned areas; performs general cleaning duties such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, washing windows, dusting counters, desks, and filing cabinets, emptying wastebaskets, cleaning drinking fountains, etc.
• Restocks toilet paper, hand towels, soap, and trash bags; locks and unlocks doors.
• Utilizes and operates various machines and equipment in the delivery of service, such as vacuum cleaner, floor buffer, carpet shampooer, pressure washer, hand tools, snow blower, and snow shovels.
• Records and reports all needed repairs; repairs as directed.
• Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
• Setting up/taking down equipment for programs, meetings, special events, and other maintenance logistical needs.
• Performs landscaping and facility maintenance to ensure a safe and attractive property year-round. Removes snow, ice and trash from around entryways to the building.
• Be alert to risk management and respond/repair to safety issues immediately.
• Remain familiar with emergency procedures in the program and the facility, understanding specific responsibilities in case of an emergency.
• Assist other staff as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Safety procedures

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Floor buffer

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Minot, ND 58701Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Facilities Director, Housekeepers perform routine janitorial duties in assigned areas ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of YMCA facilities and compliance with safety and sanitation standards. Works closely with Head of Housekeeping to maintain an attractive, safe, and welcoming environment for members, staff, and guests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure Y is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintaining upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
• Maintains the cleanliness of all assigned areas; performs general cleaning duties such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, washing windows, dusting counters, desks, and filing cabinets, emptying wastebaskets, cleaning drinking fountains, etc.
• Restocks toilet paper, hand towels, soap, and trash bags; locks and unlocks doors.
• Utilizes and operates various machines and equipment in the delivery of service, such as vacuum cleaner, floor buffer, carpet shampooer, pressure washer, hand tools, snow blower, and snow shovels.
• Records and reports all needed repairs; repairs as directed.
• Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.
• Setting up/taking down equipment for programs, meetings, special events, and other maintenance logistical needs.
• Performs landscaping and facility maintenance to ensure a safe and attractive property year-round. Removes snow, ice and trash from around entryways to the building.
• Be alert to risk management and respond/repair to safety issues immediately.
• Remain familiar with emergency procedures in the program and the facility, understanding specific responsibilities in case of an emergency.
• Assist other staff as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES:

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to work independently without constant direct supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
• Ability to report and record maintenance requests.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.

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.

• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk and hear.
• Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
• Ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 30 feet.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.