Housekeeper - Lead

Housekeeping Essential Functions:

1. Responsible for the direct cleaning of the YMCA, such as cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, locker rooms, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, trash removal, window cleaning, picking up trash/spills, etc., floor cleaning and maintenance, in all areas of the Y.
2. Performs housekeeping duties: provides “hands on” experience to maintain clean facilities
3. Helps to develop and follow cleaning checklist for all areas of the building on a daily basis.
4. Responsible for communicating and submitting to supervisor inventory, supplies needed to maintain the building
5. Order & Coordinate Supplies: paper products, cleaning supplies, etc. per established schedule
6. Organize, clean and maintain storage area for the cleaning supplies and equipment
7. Maintain a clean and positive image along with YMCA attire/uniform
8. Maintain communication with all staff via in person and / or through work orders that are developed
9. Can create, follow and finish work orders in a timely manners
10. Interact with staff and members in a positive manner and create a team atmosphere
11. Develop an understanding and commitment to the Annual  Campaign
12. Other duties as assigned by the Properties Director and/or Executive Director
13. Provides Leadership and Training to other housekeeping staff; coordinates work and scheduling of community service and volunteers working in housekeeping
14. Provide consistent feedback to housekeeping staff related to areas of improvement and facility related issues impacting membership satisfaction.  Work closely with Property Director  to address issues. 
15. Ability to cover shifts and work evenings and weekends.
16. Other duties as assigned by the Properties Director and/or Executive Director

Maintenance Essential Functions:

1. Ability to perform “hands on” minor mechanical or electrical or plumbing or carpentry, and/or any other repairs and preventive maintenance as scheduled or needed
2. Flexibility to cover open shifts of Property Director

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

• Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s 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. Must be able to communicate verbally to groups and individuals
2. Proficient in the use of hand and power tools
3. Must be able to physically perform scope of job
4. Basic computer skills

Physical Demands:

1. Have the physical ability to climb ladders
2. Be able to lift 50 lbs
3. Be able to complete repetitive tasks
4. Work duties may need to be performed inside and outside and during inclement weather

Performance Objectives:

1. Clean, well-maintained and attractive facility

Add to the creation of a Properties Department that accomplishes the goals and objectives of the YMCA and operates efficiently