Part Time Facility Cleaner

Title : Facility Cleaner

Reports to : Operations Manager

Position Status : Weekends and On Call, (8hr per shift)

Vacancies : 1

Salary : $13.75-$14.75

Start Date : Immediately

Location :John W. Lindsay YMCA, 5640 Sackville Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Dept :107

Since 1853 the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth has been connecting Nova Scotians to build healthy communities. As a non-profit charity we provide vital services, including Health, Employment, Childcare/Camps, Immigrant Services, and Youth Development.

The YMCA Experience

At the YMCA we know that our ability to partner with others in our community is through the passion and dedication of our employees and volunteers. In joining the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth you will become part of a dedicated network of individuals with great passion for providing a holistic support to the communities in which we serve.

The Opportunity

This position plays an important role in ensuring our facility is a clean and comfortable space, that offers a positive and safe experience for all participants using our facilities. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role is integral to ensure that our facility meets the highest standards of building cleanliness and safety in all program and public areas.

Responsibilities include

• Maintain a clean and clutter-free environment in public and program areas of the facility, including fitness centres, change/washrooms, lobby, offices, childcare, aquatics area, and outside parameter of the building
• Assist in the overall cleaning and sanitation of the facility, including garbage removal, dusting, sweeping, mopping floors, toilets, windows, vacuuming, disinfecting facility areas and replenishing supplies in washrooms/locker rooms
• Perform laundry related duties, including collection of used towels, loading and unloading of laundry machines, folding towels, and replenishing towels in the adult locker rooms
• Foster a positive, comfortable environment in dealings with staff, volunteers, members, participants, and visitors to the facility.
• Interact with internal and external contacts in a friendly and welcoming manner

Qualifications and Skills

• 1-3 Years cleaning experience
• Strong working knowledge and certification in WHMIS, or willing to obtain
• Proven background in cleaning support to multi-program facility (i.e. fitness, aquatics, etc.) an asset
• Strong work ethic and flexibility to work irregular hours
• Dedication to safety and quality commitment
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Able to handle multiple, competing tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We Offer

• Individual & Family YMCA Membership options

Note :

• A current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check

• Child Abuse Registry Check

• Proof of valid First Aid and CPR training

• Proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 (preferred) :

• Employees will be required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training

We look forward to hearing from you!

** The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.