Maintenance 151121 - Housekeeper

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Lyndhurst, OH

93d

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for the overall cleanliness of the designated YMCA facility. The role includes daily cleaning and sanitizing throughout the facility, maintaining cleaning equipment and supplies, caring for carpets and floors, and helping ensure the facility remains clean, safe, and orderly. The Housekeeper interacts positively and professionally with members and staff, reports maintenance concerns and supply needs, and assists with special projects and other assigned duties.

The position requires the ability to read and understand cleaning product and equipment instructions, communicate effectively, work with little supervision, and provide customer-oriented service. The employee must demonstrate commitment to the YMCA’s mission, cause, values, and ethics, and follow the organization’s required process for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect.

Requirements

• Previous experience in commercial housekeeping is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• CPR and First Aid certification and safety training are required within 30 days of hire.
• Must communicate effectively with members and YMCA staff.
• Ability to work with little supervision while maintaining a high level of performance.
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Customer-oriented and friendly.
• Prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability to work quickly without compromising quality.
• Ability to read and understand cleaning product and equipment instructions and apply them effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to the YMCA’s mission and cause and ability to uphold its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to serve as a mandated reporter and follow the stated child abuse and neglect reporting process.
• Must be able to move and lift 50–75 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to climb a ladder.
• Must be able to frequently stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, and bend.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma.
• Janitorial, Custodial, or Floor Maintenance certification.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned facility daily, including restrooms and locker rooms; vacuum, dust, mop, remove trash, clean windows, pick up trash, clean spills, and maintain floors throughout the YMCA.
• Maintain cleaning equipment, supplies, and products, including safe and sanitary storage and care.
• Vacuum and clean carpets and perform additional treatments, such as shampooing or stain removal, as needed.
• Follow directions for cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Maintain appropriate supply levels and report inventory or supply needs to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Interact with members and staff in a positive, professional manner that supports the YMCA’s cause.
• Immediately report maintenance issues or concerns to the supervisor.
• Assist with or perform special projects.
• Read and write legibly and understandably.
• Follow the YMCA’s child abuse and neglect reporting process when there are signs or suspicions of abuse or neglect.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at places in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision coverage, an Employee Assistance Plan, retirement contributions of 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland, and paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED