YMCA Silver Spring Facility Housekeeping Technician
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YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
Silver Spring, MD, US
Summary
The Facility Housekeeping Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing routine cleaning and housekeeping duties. They also assist with room set-ups for events and ensure that cleaning supplies and equipment are managed safely.
Job Description
Position: Facility Housekeeping Technician Pay Rate $16.50 per hour
At the YMCA of Metropolitan Washington, we’re more than just a gym — we’re a cause-driven organization committed to strengthening our communities. The YMCA Silver Spring is seeking reliable, hardworking Part-Time Facility Housekeeping Technicians to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our members, guests, and staff. This position plays an important role in ensuring our facility is well-maintained and ready for daily operations, programs, and special events.
Essential Responsibilities
- Perform cleaning and housekeeping duties in accordance with YMCA standards and procedures.
- Keep assigned areas clean, organized, and free of trash and debris.
- Assist with room set-up and breakdown for meetings, programs, and special events.
- Monitor and maintain cleaning chemical storage rooms.
- Monitor and maintain bulk trash storage areas.
- Assist with laundry functions as needed.
- Respond promptly to spills, accidents, and housekeeping emergencies.
- Operate cleaning equipment safely and effectively, including vacuums, buffers, and similar custodial equipment.
- Follow all safety procedures when handling cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Report maintenance or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- One year of relevant housekeeping, custodial, or janitorial experience.
- Ability to perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Experience operating cleaning equipment, including vacuums, buffers, and similar equipment.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, proper mixing proportions, and safe usage.
- Knowledge of the maintenance and care of finished surfaces.
- Ability to respond appropriately to accidents, spills, and other housekeeping emergencies.
- Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment.
- Must be capable of frequently standing, walking, climbing ladders, stooping, kneeling, and crawling.
- Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Dependable with a positive work ethic and a team-oriented attitude.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- Free YMCA membership and program discounts
- A supportive, mission-driven team environment
Ready to Join Us?
If you are dependable, take pride in maintaining clean facilities, and enjoy working in a team environment, we encourage you to apply for the Facility Housekeeping Technician position at YMCA Silver Spring.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.
We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
OUR IMPACT
The YMCA is one of the largest social service agencies serving Washington D.C., suburban Maryland and northern Virginia. Every year, we provide opportunities in wellness, aquatics, youth sports, summer camp, child care, and more for over 250,000 people through our 17 branches and program centers.
Our utmost goal is to make the Y and all we offer accessible and available to the entire community. With the help of our generous donors, community partners and members, we were able to provide $2,662,507 in scholarships and subsidies to more than 12,400 children, adults and families in 2014.
Over 3,140 volunteers gave 161,572 hours of their time and talent in 2014 to help the YMCA fulfill its mission. From dedicated board members to talented program volunteers, these caring friends and neighbors help the YMCA serve more individuals and impact more communities every year.
With a mission to build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all, our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.
Founded
1852
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
OUR IMPACT
The YMCA is one of the largest social service agencies serving Washington D.C., suburban Maryland and northern Virginia. Every year, we provide opportunities in wellness, aquatics, youth sports, summer camp, child care, and more for over 250,000 people through our 17 branches and program centers.
Our utmost goal is to make the Y and all we offer accessible and available to the entire community. With the help of our generous donors, community partners and members, we were able to provide $2,662,507 in scholarships and subsidies to more than 12,400 children, adults and families in 2014.
Over 3,140 volunteers gave 161,572 hours of their time and talent in 2014 to help the YMCA fulfill its mission. From dedicated board members to talented program volunteers, these caring friends and neighbors help the YMCA serve more individuals and impact more communities every year.
With a mission to build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all, our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.
Founded
1852
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
