YMCA Reston - Facility Housekeeping Tec

YMCA; Reston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Reston, VA is hiring a dedicated housekeeping staff member to perform cleaning and housekeeping tasks in alignment with written standards. The role supports facility operations and member services with a focus on cleanliness and safety.

Ideal candidates will assist with meetings, manage chemical storage, help with laundry, and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for all members and staff.

Qualifications

• Capable of performing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (vacuums, buffers, etc.).
• Knowledge of cleaning chemical capabilities, mixing proportions and use.
• Knowledge in maintenance and care of finished surfaces.
• Ability to respond to accidents, spills, and other housekeeping emergencies.
• Ability to communicate with rest of staff.
• Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification.

Responsibilities

• Keeps assigned areas clean and clear of trash.
• Assists in set-up for meetings and/or special events.
• Monitors and maintains cleaning chemical storage rooms.
• Monitors and maintains bulk trash storage areas.
• Assists with laundry functions as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Communication with staff

Safety awareness

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Leader Certification progress

Education

Leader Certification progress

Job description

12196 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190, USA

Job Description

Posted Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibility

Performs cleaning and housekeeping functions consistent with written standards

Supervisory Responsibility

X No Supervisory responsibility

• Provides guidance, leadership, or training to other employees (no direct supervision)
• Directly responsible for supervising non-exempt, clerical, or office administration personnel
• Directly responsible for supervising exempt, professional, or technical employees
• Directly responsible for supervising supervisory/man a gerial employees

Organizational Structure

Job title to which this position reports: Facility Engineer or Housekeeping Supervisor

Job titles directly reporting to this position: None

Job titles indirectly reporting to this position: None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Keeps assigned areas clean and clear of trash
• Assists in set-up for meetings and/or special events
• Monitors and maintains cleaning chemical storage rooms
• Monitors and maintains bulk trash storage areas
• Assists with laundry functions as needed
• Other duties as required

Customer Service Standards

• Staff Engagement:
  • Greets all members with a smile
• Facility Excellence:
  • Provides a safe and clean environment
  • Is knowledgeable about the other service area programs and offerings
• Show:
  • Builds lasting positive relationships
• Mission Advancement

Values

• Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
• Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs.
• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Builds rapport and relates well to others.

Operational Effectiveness

• Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth

• Self Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.
• Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships
• Functional Expertise - 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.

Education, Certification, Skills, and Experience

• Capable of performing tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment (vacuums, buffers, etc.)
• Knowledge of cleaning chemical capabilities, mixing proportions and use
• Knowledge in maintenance and care of finished surfaces
• Ability to respond to accidents, spills, and other housekeeping emergencies
• Ability to communicate with rest of staff
• Position requires ongoing progress towards Leader Certification

Working Conditions

• Frequently required to stand, walk, climb ladders, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Must be capable of lifting/moving objects weighing up to 50 lbs

12196 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190, USA