| Location: 79 James St S, Hamilton, ON L8P 2Z1 |
Department: Health, Fitness & Aquatics |
| Position Grade: Grade 1 |
Position Type: Full-time Salaried, with complimentary YMCA membership |
| Salary: $37,336 annually |
Work Hours: Full-time |
| Anticipated Start Date: November 2026 |
Deadline to Apply: November 20, 2026 |
| No. of Vacancies: 1 |
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Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer:
- Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)
- Competitive total compensation packages
- Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)
- Generous pension plans with employer matching
- Free YMCA HBB Health & Fitness Memberships
- Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships and incentives
- Reduced rates for YMCA HBB Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)
- Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) Program
- Opportunities for career advancement
Position Overview:
We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.
We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that#YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to providing a clean, safe, and sanitary environment within the YMCA Residence.
The Residence Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness throughout the men's residence and performing housekeeping duties in accordance with YMCA standards. Reporting to the Facility Services Manager, this position supports the day-to-day operations of the residence through cleaning and sanitation of resident rooms, washrooms, common areas, and other assigned spaces. The Residence Cleaner also assists with room turnovers, monitors facility conditions, and follows health and safety procedures related to the use of cleaning products and equipment
This position is a full-time position which will require an availability to work in evenings and holidays.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform cleaning and sanitization duties in resident rooms, washrooms, showers, common areas, and other assigned spaces.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, disinfect surfaces, and remove garbage and recycling.
- Assist with room turnovers, move-ins, move-outs, and room clean-outs as required.
- Monitor inventory levels and replenish housekeeping supplies.
Identify and report maintenance concerns, damage, hazards, and safety issues.
- Operate cleaning equipment and use cleaning chemicals in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
Complete assigned cleaning projects and support residence operations as required.
- Follow YMCA policies, procedures, and health and safety requirements
- Consistently work towards meeting and exceeding standards as defined by the Downtown Hamilton Family YMCA: Y Way standards evaluation program.
- Operation of vacuums, floor polishers, and regular use of various chemical cleaning agents.
- Cleaning responsibilities are limited primarily to indoors, however, cleaners are expected to assist with outdoor seasonal tasks, garbage removal and grounds keeping duties as required.
What You’ll Bring:
- Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping, custodial, or janitorial services.
- Ability to work independently and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain established cleanliness standards.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and handle cleaning products.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and repetitive cleaning tasks.
- Commitment to YMCA values and maintaining a safe and clean environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- WHIMIS certified is considered an asset
All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable people will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.
Organizational Overview
As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA’s determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility
The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.
We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.
If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department at plc@ymcahbb.ca
Ready to Make a Difference?
YMCA HBB is a charity that ignites the potential in people. #YSavesLives starts with building a strong community. If you’re passionate about creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone thrives, we want to hear from you!
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure
Artificial intelligence ("AI") may be used to support the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position. All hiring decisions involve human review.
