CUSTODIAN I

at  The Skagit Valley Family Ymca

Make an impact: As a Custodian, you will be providing general cleaning and janitorial needs to the operations of the Skagit Valley Family YMCA buildings and grounds under the direct and general supervision of the Facility Manager. Your services will provide clean, comfortable, healthful, safe, and attractive buildings for our members, guests, and staff!
Learn, Grow and Serve: Were committed to growing the capabilities of our people. We are devoted to a community where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring. We are on a mission to create positive community change through relationships by empowering the mind, body and spirit of ALL! Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Janitorial background preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Ability to work alone and in groups.
• Possess a valid WA State Driver’s License with good driving record and current insurance.
• Current state approved certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid & Blood borne Pathogens, and mandatory reporting training required within 90 days of hire.

• Will routinely be required to use written and oral communication skills with staff and members, as well as being responsible for reading and understanding SDS Sheets and instruction manuals for all equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Will spend about 70% of their time on their feet walking, lifting (5 - 50 lbs.), climbing stairs, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to see the needs of keeping the building in a healthy and sanitized state.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, and can occasionally reach high volumes.
• The employee must be able to interact professionally and courteously with members, staff, volunteers, vendors, and any dissatisfied individuals.
• Will need to use sound reasoning, common sense, and extreme care while handling chemicals.
• Employees will be required to work outdoors in inclement weather as needed, as well as the use of ladders and the ability to work heights as needed.
• This position is based on a 16-0-hour workweek to be regularly scheduled for night and weekend shifts, and for holidays as required. Must be on-call for emergency support services and be able to drive locally between properties regularly