A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$17.48/hour Evening and Weekend Availability required
POSITION SUMMARY
Be an essential part of the team that keeps our facilities ready for the people we serve! The Saratoga Regional YMCA is hiring for a Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and positive environment for members, guests, and staff. This position is responsible for the general maintenance of the facility and helping to create a welcoming atmosphere in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. This role supports programs that strengthen our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, while providing an opportunity to take pride in your work and support the spaces that bring our community together.
Responsible for the cleanliness of facility including but not limited to; Childcare center, bathrooms, locker rooms, hallways, program and office spaces, floors, high and low dusting, windows, doors, storage areas, and all other areas located within the confines of the Saratoga Regional YMCA. Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents. Ability to report and record maintenance requests. Knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment. Basic understanding of the upkeep and care of equipment. Understanding of cleaning compounds and chemicals, and their safe, efficient use. Perform cleaning tasks outside assigned areas to include grounds maintenance, trash removal, window washing, and other tasks as assigned. Move furniture and equipment as required to properly clean areas. Assist with preparing and cleaning rooms for meetings and events. Assist with set-up and break-down of seating and equipment. Refill supplies, including, but not limited to: toilet tissue, towels, soaps, etc. Ability to articulate and model the Y's four core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Attends all staff meetings and in-service training. Wear required and approved uniform items at all time. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum age of 17 years old; Must be able to furnish working papers. Prior cleaning experience preferred. Current CPR PRO & First Aid certifications required within 90 days. We're proud to be recognized as a 2026 USA Today Top Workplace, a national honor awarded based entirely on employee feedback. This recognition reflects our supportive, people-first culture and the passionate team that makes the Y such a special place to work. The SRYMCA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.
