Residence Custodial & Desk Representative - Berkeley, CA

The Downtown Berkeley YMCA is a well-established community-focused organization dedicated to promoting healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. It is part of the YMCA of the East Bay, which serves a diverse population by delivering vital programs and services aimed at improving quality of life for residents and members. The YMCA is known for its strong commitment to inclusivity, support, and community engagement, making it a respected employer in the East Bay area. This nonprofit organization plays an active role in fostering community connections through wellness programs, recreational activities, educational classes, and much more. Employees at the YMCA benefit from a supportive work environment that values teamwork, personal growth, and community service. The employment type for this position is full-time with a shift schedule from 2 pm to 10 pm and offers an annual Holiday Bonus of $750 for full-time staff. This role is essential to maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and hospitality standards within the Downtown Berkeley YMCA facility, including its residence rooms and common areas. Working under the direction of the Residence Property Director, you will be tasked with a range of custodial and front desk duties that ensure a clean, welcoming, and secure environment. Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms and kitchen areas multiple times per shift, refilling supplies, handling laundry operations such as collecting and distributing linens and towels, vacuuming and mopping various floor types, and preparing newly vacant rooms with disinfecting measures accurate to CDC N List guidelines. In addition to custodial tasks, this role involves providing excellent customer service and safety assistance by managing front desk operations including checking residents and guests in and out, maintaining records and logs, and coordinating with maintenance and custodial staff. You will also provide critical leadership and assistance during emergencies, contributing to a safe environment for everyone on site. Physical demands of the job include standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, and occasional climbing or balancing. The role requires employees to navigate and assist during emergency evacuations, sometimes involving physical support while ensuring residents and guests' safety. The work environment may expose employees to occasional wet conditions, fumes, or chemicals, and the noise level is typically moderate. The YMCA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions safely. The position offers growth opportunities, with progressive pay increases tied to hours worked, starting at $19.18 per hour and estimated to rise to $23.19 per hour after extended hours. This position suits candidates who appreciate a dynamic work environment revolving around both custodial care and customer interaction. Ideal applicants will possess good communication skills, proficiency in common office software such as Microsoft Word and Outlook, and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people. A high school diploma or GED is preferred but not mandatory given equivalent experience. The YMCA values punctuality, reliability, and an earnest commitment to fulfilling duties consistently. This role offers both challenges and opportunities to contribute positively to community well-being and operational excellence within a trusted nonprofit organization.

• high school diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience
• good communication skills verbally and in writing
• ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• basic proficiency in Microsoft Word Outlook and other computer programs and office equipment
• at least 18 years of age