Custodian II (Project Management)

The Custodial Team (Janitor/Housekeeper) will interact with members and their requests for cleaning services in a pleasant manner. The Custodial Team (Janitor/Housekeeper) is doing the job and looking at it through the eyes of the member or as if it was in our own home and keep an eye on little things that make a big difference. The Custodial Team (Janitor/Housekeeper) will mop, vacuum, window wash, dust, take out trash using safe cleaning methods as well as escalate maintenance concerns to the maintenance department as needed. The Overall goal for the YMCA Custodial Department (Janitor/Housekeeper) is to work as a team to help keep the facility clean and safe for members, staff and visitors.
We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status.
The salary for this position starts at $16.00 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status.
1. Job Summary:
The Custodian II is responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of the areas assigned. The incumbent is accountable for the completions of assigned duties with a minimum level of supervision. Duties include, but are not limited to, mopping, dusting, trash removal, window washing, meeting set up, pool cleaning, snow removal, lawn care, and other general cleaning responsibilities. The incumbent interacts positively with members and staff and responds to requests personally or informs the appropriate maintenance staff member. Member service is the incumbent's main objective while demonstrating the YMCA core values: honesty, responsibility, caring, equity and respect at all times.
2. Essential Functions:

Complete all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintain daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
Perform janitorial duties which include, but are not limited to, wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window washing, meeting set up, pool cleaning, painting, vacuuming, seasonal activities dealing with lawn care and snow removal, and general cleaning as requested or needed.
Record all needed repairs, repair as directed, report ALL repairs to supervisor, and follow up with staff.
Ensure YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
Clean up of blood or body fluids which could contain bloodborne pathogens.
Operate motorized equipment used for cleaning.

3. Relationships:
This position reports to the Custodial Supervisor who reports to the Executive Director. Work closely with staff to ensure that the Association standards of cleanliness are being met and attend all relevant training programs available.
4. Qualifications:

Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing if needed
Must be able and willing to develop:

Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment
Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of the equipment used for cleaning
Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use
Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning

5. Work Conditions:

Move up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations up to 200 feet away.
Erecting and standing on scaffolding, ladders, and platforms.
Work at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
Work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
Ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed
Work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
Ability to report and record maintenance requests on work board.
Perform essential housekeeping to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi - reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
Ability to perform tasks outdoor in different climate.
Safely operate cleaning equipment: auto scrubber, buffer, snow blower, sweeper, trash compactor, lift, pressure washer, box compactor, hand and power tools.
Must be able to respond to emergency/on-call situations.

6. Additional Notes:
This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from the Custodial Supervisor or their representatives in completing

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge
The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect and responsibility.
The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.