Housekeeper

Housekeeper

Work for a charity that ignites the potential in people. Every. Single. Day.

At the YMCA of Niagara, you’ll be part of a purpose-led organization with a clear focus on community well-being. Our work is powered by relationships and grounded in inclusion. We support people of all ages and circumstances with opportunities that build health, belonging, and connection so individuals and families can grow, lead, and give back.

For more than 165 years, we have been part of the fabric of this region, evolving alongside Niagara and showing up where the need is greatest. With a presence in over 125 program sites, we continue to expand what well-being can look like, creating welcoming spaces where more people can participate and feel they belong.

Guided by our shared values of caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, advocacy, and responsibility, the YMCA offers meaningful roles where your work is felt every day. If you’re ready to bring energy and care to a team that keeps moving forward, you’ll find purpose here.

NATURE & SCOPE

To perform all cleaning duties in the branch, as specified in the work schedule. Promote the YMCA and provide excellent customer service using Y WAY standards and principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To ensure that all areas are clean, safe and well organized and meet Y WAY standards.


• To respond to members concerns in a helpful and positive manner.


• To support and work as part of a staff/volunteer team to ensure that all YMCA members experience is a positive one.


• To attend staff meetings, planning sessions and training events as required.


• To perform other facility cleaning and maintenance duties (when qualified) as assigned.


• Seasonal job duties as deemed appropriate and necessary (incumbent should come to work dressed appropriately for potential outdoor work).


• Participate in training and adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara, and the Y WAY.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Cleaning experience.


• Current Basic First Aid with CPR-C & AED certification


• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and operate heavy machinery.


• Upon hiring, applicants 18 years of age and older must submit a clear and satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) issued for the YMCA of Niagara. 

COMPETENCIES:

Results Oriented

The ability to lead, manage and achieve identified goals.

Diversity

Appreciates that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring a richness to the YMCA.

Planning and Organizing

Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short- and long-term goals.

Relationship Building and Collaboration

Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals.

Coaching and Development

Commits to assisting participants, volunteers and self in continuous learning and development.

Quality Focus

Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.

Communication

Communicates in a thorough, clear, and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the YMCA.

Self-Management

Achieves planned results through personal initiative within the Association’s guidelines and policies.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application by noon on July 21, 2026.

Internal applicants are encouraged to apply on our internal job board by logging into their UKG portal and navigating to Myself > My Company > View Opportunities. Internal applicants are also encouraged to notify their supervisor before applying.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted by email.

Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.

For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara, please visit: ymcaofniagara.org