Maintenance Custodian

West Suburban YMCA•Newton, MA

About The Position

The West Suburban YMCA is hiring a part-time Maintenance Custodian to assist with the day-to-day maintenance and housekeeping of its facilities under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Director. The role includes cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas and maintaining the appearance and upkeep of assigned spaces and equipment. Duties may also include window washing, meeting and event setup, pool cleaning and maintenance, painting, lawn care, snow removal, and other related tasks. The custodian helps keep the building and property secure, reports incidents and hazardous conditions, and records needed repairs. The position pays $15.00–$20.00 per hour depending on experience, certifications, and education. The YMCA describes its culture as inclusive, welcoming, supportive, and focused on strengthening communities.

Requirements

Six months or more of related experience is preferred.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Ability to report and record maintenance requests.
Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment and a basic understanding of equipment upkeep and care.
Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use.
Commitment to supporting the organization's equity-centered work and DEIB efforts.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work varied hours, including days, evenings, weekends, and possibly holidays, depending on operational needs.
CPR/AED and First Aid certifications requested within 30 days of hire.
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform essential duties, including working on ladders and platforms up to 30 feet and handling cleaning, painting, and maintenance tasks.
Ability to work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in various forms, and to work in conditions that create dirt and dust.
Ability to perform physical maintenance activities such as reaching overhead, crouching, kneeling, shoveling, carrying, twisting, and working in narrow or confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Six months or more of related experience.

Responsibilities

Complete duties on the daily schedule and maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of assigned areas and equipment.
Perform cleaning tasks such as mopping, dusting, vacuuming, trash removal, recycling, and replacing soap, paper towels, and other supplies.
May wash windows, clean pools, paint, and perform seasonal lawn care and snow removal.
May set up furniture for meetings and events.
Record and report needed repairs and make repairs as directed.
Keep the YMCA building and property secure during the shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
May operate related motorized and non-motorized equipment.
May assist with maintenance at Camp Chickami and CFAD properties.
Support the organization's DEIB commitments and help advance its diversity goals.
Perform other duties as required.