Evening Custodian in Oskaloosa, Iowa at Mahaska County YMCA

Position Summary:
Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas, including such duties as sanitizing, mopping, dusting, vacuum and trash removal. May complete duties related to window washing, meeting set up, snow removal, grounds keeping, and other related responsibilities. Performs general maintenance in the upkeep of Y facilities and equipment.

Essential Functions:
1. Completes all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains upkeep of assigned area and equipment. Duties include, but are not limited to, wet and dust mopping, dusting, trash removal, window washing, painting, vacuuming, and general cleaning.
2. Operates related motorized and non-motorized equipment.
3. Reports all needed repairs; repairs as directed.
4. Ensures YMCA building and property is secure during shift and report incidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor.
5. Replaces soap, paper towels, and other supplies.
6. May set up furniture for events.
7. Ability to work with chemicals, solvents, cleaners and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray and aerosol forms according to OSHA guidelines
8. Any and all other job duties as assigned by the CEO and/or supervisor

YMCA Competencies (Leader)
Mission and Community Oriented: Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them.
People Oriented: Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
Results Oriented: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Supports fundraising. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately.
Personal Development Oriented: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths
and limitations and how they impact relationships. Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process.

Qualifications:
1. Six months or more of related experience preferred.
2. Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents.
3. Ability to report and record maintenance requests.
4. Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
5. Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use.

Physical Demands:
1. Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties.
2. Ability to work with cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms.
3. Ability to clean equipment and operate motorized equipment as needed.
4. Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust.
5. Ability to walk, stand, sit, tilt head, stretch, push/pull and/or lift objects, use all muscles and work in a kneeling or reaching position
6. Ability to be in a crouching position and regularly twist body at the waist, shoulders or legs
7. Ability to lift or stack materials weighing 50 lbs. up to a distance of 200 feet