Part-Time | Flexible Schedule | Weekend Availability Required
Help Keep Our YMCA Safe, Clean, and Welcoming
At the Oswego YMCA, we're more than a fitness center—we're a community dedicated to strengthening individuals and families through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
We're looking for a dependable, hardworking Custodian / Building & Grounds Team Member who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for our members, guests, and staff. If you're someone who enjoys staying active, working independently, and making a visible impact every day, we'd love to meet you!
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Building & Grounds Director, this position is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall condition of the YMCA facility and surrounding grounds.
This role plays an important part in creating a positive experience for everyone who walks through our doors while supporting the YMCA's mission and values.
Schedule
- Flexible scheduling available
- Must be available to work one weekend day
- Additional weekday hours available based on facility needs
What You'll Do
- Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming facility for members and guests.
- Complete daily cleaning assignments throughout the building.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, sanitize, and clean restrooms and locker rooms.
- Empty trash and recycling throughout the facility.
- Refill restroom and cleaning supplies.
- Wash windows and maintain building appearance.
- Assist with seasonal outdoor maintenance including lawn care and snow removal.
- Perform minor maintenance, painting, and basic repairs as assigned.
- Report maintenance concerns and safety hazards promptly.
- Set up and break down tables, chairs, and equipment for YMCA programs and special events.
- Ensure the building is secure during assigned shifts.
- Safely operate cleaning equipment and other maintenance tools.
- Assist with additional facility projects as needed.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Reliable and dependable
- Self-motivated
- Detail-oriented
- Able to work independently
- Takes pride in keeping facilities clean and organized
- Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Enjoys contributing to a team environment
- Committed to providing excellent service to our members and community
Qualifications
- Previous custodial, janitorial, maintenance, or building services experience preferred (6 months or more).
- Ability to read and follow written instructions.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment and safe chemical handling.
- Ability to identify and report maintenance needs.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality are essential.
Physical Requirements
This position is physically active and requires the ability to:
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Bend, kneel, squat, climb, reach, and perform repetitive movements.
- Safely use ladders and work at heights up to approximately 30 feet.
- Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Safely operate cleaning equipment and maintenance tools.
- Work around cleaning chemicals while following proper safety procedures.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Why Join the Oswego YMCA?
When you work at the Y, you're helping make a lasting impact in the community every day.
We offer:
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive team environment
- Meaningful work that serves the community
- Opportunity to make a difference every day
- Free YMCA Membership
- Employee Program Discounts
- Retirement Savings Plan (eligible employees)
- Paid Time Off (eligible employees)
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
