Job Details
Housekeeper (Flushing YMCA)
Full-Time / Regular
$17.17Hourly
The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers - to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.
The Flushing YMCA is seeking a Housekeeper who under the directsupervision of the Buildings& Grounds Superintendent, the Housekeeper will beresponsible for cleaning and sanitizing guest rooms and assigned areas,including such duties as mopping, dusting, and trash removal.May also be required to complete dutiesrelated to window washing, meeting set-up, pool cleaning, snow removal, groundskeeping and other related responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the Flushing YMCA is attractive and clean by completing all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains upkeep of assigned area and equipment.May 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.
- Operates related motorized and non-motorized equipment.
- Records and reports all needed repairs; repairs as directed.
- Ensures the Flushing YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
- Replaces soap, paper towels and other supplies.
- May set up furniture and/or rooms for events.
- Strip and wax floors, also shampoo rugs as needed.
- Follow standards of DOH, DOB, FDNY, HPD and ECB Departments.
- Follow YMCA Housekeeping Policies and Procedures.
- Provide cleaned linens and towels to guest rooms
- Ensure laundry of linens and towels are done.
- Cleaning of residential rooms.
- Other activities and duties that address the ongoing health and well-being of our staff and members.
- Follow and maintain sanitary habits in accordance with CDC guidelines.
Desired Skills & Experience:- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of six (6) months to one (1) year of relatedexperience.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment, along with basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment.
- Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.
We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with a culture committed to serving all members of our community. As a leading not-for-profit, community service organization, our Association relies heavily on fundraising to support the wide range of programs we proudly provide the communities we serve. Our expectation is that all staff promotes participation of their branch fundraising efforts in some capacity.
Benefits:The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits, medical, paid-time off, free YMCA membership and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual's employment status (ie. full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.
How to Apply:If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your rsum and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.
If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone.
Job IDreq1337
Employment TypeFull-Time / Regular
LocationFlushing YMCA
Flushing YMCA , 138-46 Northern Blvd
Flushing, New York, 11354
United States
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER DRUGFREE WORKPLACEAuxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities