Lead Cleaner/Housekeeper

Westfield; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA in Westfield, NJ is seeking a Lead Cleaner/Housekeeper to manage daily room setup/breakdowns, deliveries, laundry, floor care and general facility cleanliness. You will follow the YMCA’s core values while performing cleaning tasks and supporting events.

Requirements include 3 years of commercial cleaning experience, English proficiency, and certifications (BLS, First Aid, EPI, Asthma) within 90 days of hire, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Must have ASHI BLS, First Aid, EPI and asthma certifications or equivalent within 90 days.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial cleaning experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Professional, detail-oriented and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and breakdown rooms for programs, meetings and events.
• Maintain cleanliness of classrooms, gyms, bathrooms and floors.
• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and store properly.
• Restock supplies and manage trash/recycling per policy.
• Launder linens and towels, deliver to designated areas.
• Perform additional housekeeping projects as assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

ASHI Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

ASHI Basic First Aid Certification

EPI and Asthma certifications

Job description

Description

The Lead Cleaner/Housekeeper is responsible for the daily room setup/breakdowns, deliveries, laundry, floor care, general upkeep, and cleanliness of facilities. The Facilities Cleaner/Housekeeper must demonstrate a commitment to the YMCA's four Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Report to duty as scheduled.
• Verify that all assigned cleaning responsibilities are completed thoroughly, efficiently and timely during each shift based on direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and sanitation of assigned areas, including but not limited to, classrooms, gyms, bathrooms, floors, windows, and high touch point areas.
• Use best janitorial industry practices and procedures to accomplish duties such as mopping, dusting, vacuuming, sanitization, surface cleaning, chemical use, and floor care.
• Safely use, maintain, and store cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Safely label, use, and store chemicals correctly per procedures and guidelines.
• Restock carts/closets, bathrooms, classrooms, and designated areas with required supplies as assigned.
• Manage trash and recycling removal policy.
• Assist with room setup and breakdown for programs, meetings, and special events. Properly launder linens and towels, fold and deliver towels to appropriate areas.
• Perform special housekeeping projects as assigned by management.

Requirements

• The incumbent must possess, maintain and renew ASHI Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers and Professional Rescuers, ASHI Basic First Aid, EPI and Asthma certifications or equivalent within 90 days of hire.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all workplace interactions.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial cleaning, demonstrating hands‑on expertise in custodial operations, equipment maintenance, and chemical usage and safety procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work instructions in English sufficient to perform assigned janitorial duties safely and effectively. Must be able to perform all phases of janitorial procedures and cleaning tasks required for the position.
• Must possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands or arms; meet strength and lifting requirements; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to push, pull, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus in the event environment, including anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Employees must remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.