Maintenance Worker/Porter II (Castle Hill YMCA)

YMCA of Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Retirement benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater New York is seeking a Part-Time / Regular Maintenance Worker/Porter at the Bronx YMCA to keep branches clean, safe, and inviting for guests. You will mop, dust, empty trash, wash windows, assist with pool cleaning and groundskeeping, and support event setup as needed.

Candidate should have a High School diploma, minimal maintenance experience, and be prepared to learn YMCA housekeeping standards; flexibility for nights and weekends is required for this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of related cleaning or maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Ability to perform light maintenance tasks (electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry).
• Obtain the YMCA Housekeeping Certificate within one year of attaining the position.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize assigned areas daily according to schedule.
• Operate cleaning equipment as directed.
• Report repairs and hazards to supervisor.
• Set up rooms for events and venues.
• Follow DOH/FDNY/ECB guidelines and YMCA policies.
• Flexible schedule including potential nights and weekends.

Skills

Cleaning basics

Cleaning equipment handling

Light maintenance (electrical/plumbing

Safety & chemical handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

YMCA Housekeeping Certificate (within 1 year)

Tools

Cleaning equipment (mops, buffers)

Job description

Part-Time / Regular

$17.50 Hourly

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The Castle Hill YMCA is seeking a Maintenance Worker/Porter who will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas, including mopping, dusting, and trash removal. They will also be required to complete duties related to window washing, meeting set-up, pool cleaning, snow removal, groundskeeping, and other related responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the branch is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintaining the upkeep of the assigned area and equipment. May perform wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window washing, pool cleaning, painting, vacuuming, seasonal activities dealing with lawn care and snow removal, and general cleaning.
• Operates related motorized and non-motorized equipment.
• Records and reports all needed repairs; conduct repairs as directed.
• Ensures the branch building and property are secure during shift and reports incidents and hazardous conditions to the supervisor.
• Replaces soap, paper towels, and other supplies.
• May set up furniture and/or rooms for events.
• Strip and wax the floors and shampoo rugs as needed.
• Follow the standards of the DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD, and ECB Departments.
• Follow YMCA Housekeeping Policies and Procedures.
• Flexible schedule, open to working nights and weekends.

Desired Skills & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience and increased area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, along with a basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
• Understanding of light electrical, plumbing, painting, and carpentry.
• Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use.
• Obtain the YMCA Housekeeping Certificate within one (1) year of attaining the position.

Benefits

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits , medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

Job ID

req3367

Employment Type

Part-Time / Regular

Location

Bronx YMCA at Glebe Houses

Bronx, New York

United States

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