Lead Custodian

Lockport NY

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The lead custodian performs cleaning and maintenance tasks and directs the overnight cleaning crew at Lockport Family YMCA. GENERAL WORK SCHEDULE: The incumbent will be scheduled to work 5 days/40 hours per week. The shift is overnight, with some flexibility for set days off. BENEFITS: -Health insurance, employer paid group term life insurance at 1x salary, employer paid long term disability, EAP through Child & Family Services, and various voluntary benefit options. - Employees are immediately eligible to enroll and contribute to the Y Retirement Fund 403B plan and will receive a 12% employer paid Y Retirement Fund contribution after eligibility requirements are met. -There is a generous paid time off program, which includes personal time off, holidays, and accrued sick leave. -All employees receive a complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara family masterkey membership and program discounts. -Other benefits include leadership development opportunities and career advancement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -Maintains the cleanliness of the facility and ensures that cleanliness standards are met. -Provides leadership and direction to overnight custodial staff. Trains and provides instructions so that staff are prepared to perform their duties effectively. -Ensures that cleanliness standards are met/exceeded. -Follows and enforces department protocol to clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces. Enforces PPE compliance. -Responsible for managing staff attendance, fills in for absences. -Cleans all floors. Dry/wet mops, strips, and waxes hard floors. Vacuums and shampoos carpets. -Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and locker rooms. -Empties trash and recycling containers. -Washes windows, dusts surfaces. -Cleans and maintains the swimming pool, spa, and sauna according to directions. -Performs minor maintenance repairs as needed such as painting, changing light bulbs, etc. -Is knowledgeable of and follows all YMCA and OSHA safety standards. Wears personal protective equipment when required to do so. -Maintains the cleanliness of the grounds. Clears walkways, removes garbage, performs minor landscaping tasks. -Carries out other tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: -One (1) year of experience in housekeeping or custodial with the ability to perform minor maintenance tasks. -Experience supervising staff preferred. -General knowledge of cleaning supplies and their use. -Positive attitude and reliable. -Ability to work with diverse populations and get along well with others. -Good judgement, with the ability to identify problems and take the initiative to find acceptable solutions. -Ability to respond to emergency situations. YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion. To apply go to