Custodian
About The Position
This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Facility Associate provides custodial services to the Facility Director, assuring the building meets excellent requirements. Who are we? The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in maintenance or custodial field.
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic custodial equipment and functions
- Ability to relate well with staff and public
- Obtain and/or maintain a valid driver’s license
- Be willing to alter work schedule to deal with job demands and manage competing priorities
- Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
- Basic computer skills required
- Must be fluent in spoken and written English
Responsibilities
- Understand and perform custodial functions as directed by Facility Director.
- Maintain cleanliness of building at all times.
- Cleaning, sanitizing, mopping, trash removal, dusting, window cleaning, and grounds keeping.
- Maintain grounds in a safe manner and pleasing appearance according to the season.
- Maintain a safe environment for members and staff while performing work duties.
- Assist with room set up and breakdown, and snow removal as needed.
- Evaluate and report any health, safety or cleanliness issues to supervisor.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of custodial and maintenance supplies.
- Follow all Association and applicable safety standards when performing any tasks.
- Assist with maintaining all buildings and fire suppression inspections.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
- Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
- Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
- 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
- Career development and paid training
- Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
