Custodian

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is hiring a Custodian at our Pearl Street Family YMCA location.

As a Custodian, you will create and maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary facility for all members to enjoy. If hired for this position, you will be responsible for duties such as cleaning, sanitizing, mopping, dusting, and trash removal.

Compensation: $17.30 to $19.49 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Position type: Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week

Shift: 10:00am-6:30pm Tuesday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm on Saturday

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plan options YMCA paid Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Opportunity to participate in the YMCA 403(b) retirement saving plan. After 2 years of Full-Time employment, the YMCA will contribute 8% of your monthly earnings
• Accrual of 15 days of paid vacation (vacation accruals increase with years of service)
• 8 paid Holidays/Floating Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, Child Care services, and merchandise
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for Full-Time employees

Key Responsibilities:

• Interior cleaning including, but not limited to, vacuuming carpets, cleaning windows, cleaning spills, sweeping or mopping floors, removing scuff marks from walls and floors, cleaning bathrooms and locker rooms, gum removal, dusting, odor control, and trash removal.
• Replace soap, towels, and other supplies.
• Assist other departments and branches as needed for ongoing or special events.
• Record and report all needed repairs and additional cleaning needs on assignment list. Report to supervisor conditions that require an immediate response. Repair and clean as directed.
• Ensure YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Use proper techniques and procedures and maintain a clean work area to ensure safe working practices and environment.

Qualifications:

• Ability to learn and safely operate equipment required to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to learn and follow proper cleaning procedures and techniques for facility maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other written materials.
• Ability to report, document, and track maintenance and repair requests.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and the use of custodial, maintenance, and basic office equipment.
• Basic understanding of proper care, upkeep, and handling of equipment.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.

At the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties, our primary objective is to empower people, inspire action, and strengthen the communities we call home. Join our team and support the Y's efforts to connect all people to their full potential and purpose. To apply visit our website at


Please note that employment with the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is contingent upon successfully completing post-offer requirements, which may include age verification, reference checks, and state and national background checks. All inquiries and checks are conducted only after a conditional offer of employment is made.


The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

Custodian Job Description

Position Summary

The Custodian performs custodial duties required to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment of the YMCA location. Assists the facilities director in supervising custodians. Provides a quality experience to members focused on YMCA core values: honesty, respect, responsibility, and caring.


Key Responsibilities
• Interior cleaning including, but not limited to, vacuuming carpets, cleaning windows, cleaning spills, sweeping, or mopping floors, removing scuff marks from walls and floors, cleaning bathrooms and locker rooms, gum removal, dusting, odor control, and trash removal in accordance with established SOPs.
• Empty outdoor trash cans, pick-up trash and debris on Y grounds, sweep walkways and entrances in accordance with established SOPs.
• Safely operate, maintain and store custodial motorized and non-motorized equipment (to include not limited to auto-scrubber, side-by-side, Imop, CS-16, sweeper-vac, high-vac equipment, etc.). Notify Facilities Director immediately of damage, issues or repairs needed.
• Fill and/or replace soap, hand sanitizer, towels, and other supplies.
• Upon receiving notice of custodial or facilities complaints or areas of need, immediately notify the Facilities Director.
• Ensure the custodial closets and carts are appropriately stocked, organized, clean and safe.
• Adhere to all safety and chemical protocols and procedures. Stop work and immediately report accidents, incidents and hazards accordingly.
• Use proper techniques and procedures and maintain a clean work area to ensure safe work environment and practices, including the use of PPE.
• Understand, review and manage SDS labels, binders and sheets.
• During center operational hours, ensure YMCA exterior doors, storage closets are locked and secure. Outside of business hours, ensure the YMCA buildings and property are always secure and locked.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist the staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks, and supporting branch events.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• 6 months of prior custodial, janitorial or related experience is preferred.
• Understanding cleaning compounds and chemicals and their safe, efficient use.
• Positive attitude and previous experience working with diverse populations.
• Complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day. Complete other online and in-person training as required.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Constantly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to perform reaching, crouching, kneeling, carrying, working in narrow spaces.
• Must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.
• Must be able to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 12 feet.
• Work with cleaning chemicals, chemical compounds, solvents, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
• Regularly work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Employee Acknowledgement

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. This document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.


This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.