Custodian - Downtown YMCA

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Colorado Springs, CO

4d•Onsite

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 Custodian will ensure that all areas of the facilities and grounds are clean and ready for members, visitors and staff to use. The Custodian will sweep, mop and vacuum floors. You will clean walls, ceilings, windows and other surfaces and restock items, such as toilet paper, paper towels, and other supplies. You may also need to maintain supply inventory, submit purchase requests, and assist with preparations for events, such as meetings and training. As a custodian you are to respond to member and staff service needs quickly and efficiently. To be a successful Custodian, you should be observant, respectful, motivated, and committed to providing members, visitors, and staff with a clean, orderly place to congregate. To work well in this role you should have basic experience cleaning.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
Ability to read and write
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to adjust schedules to suit the needs of the organization.
Motivation to work independently or with others to provide thorough, efficient custodial services.
Physically agile and dexterous.
Basic math skills.
Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment and agents.
Outstanding organizational skills.
Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration.

Nice To Haves

Basic experience cleaning.

Responsibilities

Maintaining clean facilities by performing daily/weekly/monthly duties in all areas of the building and grounds.
Sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, cleaning windows and mirrors, and emptying trash and recycling.
Cleaning sidewalks, parking lots and other outdoor areas of trash and debris.
Assisting with snow removal.
Collecting and/or removing soiled towels from the locker rooms and other parts of the facility.
Doing laundry (towels, mop heads) throughout shift.
Restocking consumables (soap, toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer) and other supplies.
Observing proper chemical handling procedures when working with cleaning agents, including wearing gloves, goggles, or masks and following written or verbal instructions.
Maintaining cleaning equipment.
Cleaning up spills with appropriate equipment.
Assisting with event preparations and cleaning up.
Interacting with members, staff and visitors in a respectful, positive manner.
Reporting any building damage or mechanical deficiencies to Custodian Director.
Other duties as assigned.