What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Custodian position at Kettle Moraine YMCA?
Full Benefits - including 12% YMCA Paid Retirement!
Schedule will be nights with needed flexibility for weekends. Weekday start time would be 7/8pm.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Housekeep Director, the Custodial Technician is responsible for keeping the branches and the included childcare sites clean, safe and attractive through proactive supervision of housekeeping employees, with minimal disruption to members, community participants, and visitors. Maintain a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Ensures Y is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains upkeep of assigned area and equipment
2. Perform wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, recycling, window washing, pool cleaning, painting, vacuuming, seasonal activities dealing with lawn care and snow removal, and general cleaning
3. Operates all motorized heavy duty cleaning equipment (floor scrubbers, shower cleaners, floor waxers)
4. Wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment.
5. Work in adverse conditions while cleaning.
6. Records and reports all needed repairs; repairs as directed
7. Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor
8. Conduct daily inspections of building to ensure expectations are being met by the housekeeping team. Follow through on all expectations and on all task that need to be accomplished.
9. Replaces soap, paper towels, and other supplies
10. May set up furniture for events
11. Provide leadership assistance, training and direction to the housekeeping team, coordinate work/tasks of the housekeeping staff and address needs for absences and vacations.
12. Performs other duties as assigned
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to
another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an
openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. 2 years of related experience preferred
3. Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
4. Ability to report and record maintenance requests
5. Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment
6. High level of understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment
7. Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use
8. Must possess a valid driver’s license
CERTIFICATIONS:
1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
2. Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties; lift 50 lbs. regularly
3. Ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 30 feet
4. Ability to work with cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms
5. Ability to clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed
6. Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust
7. Ability to perform essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling; carrying, 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
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE
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