Cleaner- (Ft) Ron Edwards Family Ymca

Cleaner (Full-Time)

Ron Edwards Family YMCA
500 Drury Lane
Burlington, ON
L7R 2X2

**Job Level**: $23,240 per year
**Position Status**: Full-time with benefits and complimentary YMCA membership
**Placement**:Immediate

**Why work at the Y?**

Our work environment is defined by respect, teamwork, opportunities for personal and professional growth and investments in the health and wellness of the people who are part of that team. We offer an array of total rewards to recognize loyalty, longevity, and passion for the work we do:
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- Competitive total compensation packages
- Generous pension plans with employer matching
- Free YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships
- Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Opportunities for career advancement

**Nature & Scope**:
In this role you will be responsible for the provision of housekeeping duties within the above Membership Centre with a wide variety of assigned tasks under the general direction of the Facility Services Manager.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that all cleaning tasks are carried out conscientiously and in accordance with the quality standards as defined by the Les Chater YMCA Branch: Priority S.A.M. evaluation process.

This role is integral to member satisfaction by ensuring that the cleanliness of the facility is maintained, meets and exceeds the expectations of members, volunteers, participants, staff and other visitors to the facility.

Positions available are part-time (up to 29 hours per week), which will require an availability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.

**Responsibilities**:

- Carry out all cleaning tasks as assigned in members’ space, back-of-house spaces and exterior spaces
- Identify efficient methods and products to be used in the course of carrying out routine cleaning tasks to ensure desired results
- Physical requirements related to lifting weights in excess of 20 pounds, i.e. furniture to access areas that are not cleaned regularly, clutter, garbage removal, etc.
- Consistently work towards meeting and exceeding standards as defined by the Laurier Brantford YMCA: Priority S.A.M. evaluation program
- Operation of vacuums, floor polishers, and regular use of various chemical cleaning agents
- Cleaning responsibilities are limited primarily to indoors, however, cleaners are expected to assist with outdoor seasonal tasks, garbage removal and grounds keeping duties as required.

**Qualifications**
- Ability to comprehend and carry out written instructions within specified safety standards
- 1 to 3 years cleaning experience in a recreational service setting is preferred however training will be provided
- WHIMIS certified is considered an asset
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision as well as part of a staff team
- Current police records check with vulnerable sector search (issued within the past 6 months) is a condition of employment
- **If you are hired, prior to your start date and as a condition of employment, you will be required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a valid Human Rights exemption.**

**Accessibility**:
The YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates all individuals, including those with disabilities. We support the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Acts (AODA) and have established policies, procedures and practices which adhere to the accessibility standards set out in the AODA. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate contacting our Human Resources Department.

The YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford is an equal opportunity employer.

and follow the instructions for submitting your cover letter and resume, along with documentation to verify requirements of the position.

**We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.**

**Salary**: $32,240.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 vaccination policy, PPE requirements and physical distancing, COVID-19 screening and enhanced cleaning procedures

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burlington, ON L7R 2X2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
- janitorial: 1 year (preferred)