Posted 2 days ago
Cleaner
@ YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO
Ontario
Overview
YMCA of Greater Toronto is hiring part-time cleaners at its Scarborough Health & Fitness Centre on a six-month hourly contract at $19.43 per hour, up to 15 hours per week. The work covers light, project and general cleaning of the facility, including washrooms, fitness equipment, pool areas and laundry tasks, with a police records check required.
Pay:
$19.43 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Clean all areas of the facility, including washrooms, lockers and pool areas
- Clean cardio, strength and free weight equipment
- Perform laundry tasks such as collecting and laundering rags and mop heads
- Follow workplace health and safety practices and SAM customer service standards
Requirements summary:
- Commercial cleaning experience
- Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
- Flexibility for days, evenings and weekends
- WHIMIS training an asset
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Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Cleaning & custodial |
| Hours per week | 15 |
| Schedule | evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | WHIMIS |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Encouraged to apply | Racialized people, People with disabilities, Indigenous peoples |
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YMCA OF GREATER TORONTO
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✨A charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities.✨
Full company description
Everyone deserves a chance to shine. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to promoting equity and boosting well-being across the GTA — but as a charity, we don’t do it alone. When many think of the Y, a charity may not be the first thing that comes to mind — but our ability to ignite the potential in people and spark change for the better is only made possible by the loyalty of our participants, the generosity of our donors, and the dedication of our volunteers and staff. Thanks to the breadth, quality, and inclusive nature of the services and programs we offer across our network of 500+ locations in the GTA, we attract a diverse and dynamic mix of participants and will never turn anyone away due to their financial circumstances. Many participate for life and many more choose to give back when they have the means, so that others can benefit from experiences like their own — experiences that can only be found at the Y. Our focus on well-being means we help people thrive not only physically, but mentally and socially as well. We offer volunteering opportunities; safe spaces for teens; child care; camps; career guidance; employment services; support for immigrants; and a range of other services essential for individuals and communities to shine their brightest. No matter your needs or stage of life, when you join the Y community, you get to be part of something special. Over our 170-year history, we’ve adapted to meet our communities’ most urgent needs. Today, these needs include mental health supports, affordable housing, accessible child care, help navigating our precarious labour market, and community for isolated older adults. By offering a safe destination where anyone can grow, lead, and give back, the Y has become both a beacon of inspiration and a trusted anchor of support driven by our knowledgeable, friendly, and caring volunteers and staff.
- LinkedIn followers
- 40,414
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,927
- Reported office locations
- 90 Eglinton Avenue East, unit 300, Toronto, ON M4P 2Y3, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Health Care
- Education
- Fitness
- Non Profit
- Other recorded names
- YMCA of Greater Toronto
- Specialties
- Health & Fitness programs
- Child care programs
- Camps
- Employment services
- Education & Training programs
- Youth & Family Services
- Immigrant services
- and Emergency shelter
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- 0
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Everyone deserves a chance to shine. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to promoting equity and boosting well-being across the GTA — but as a charity, we don’t do it alone. When many think of the Y, a charity may not be the first thing that comes to mind — but our ability to ignite the potential in people and spark change for the better is only made possible by the loyalty of our participants, the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1853 |
| Specialties | Health & Fitness programsChild care programsCampsEmployment servicesEducation & Training programsYouth & Family ServicesImmigrant servicesand Emergency shelter |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 59 |
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Rate of Pay: $19.43 per hour – Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package! | |
Location: Scarborough Health& Fitness Centre | Work Hours: Must be available to work up to 15 hours per week |
Employment Type: Part Time Hourly Contract- 6 Months (Existing Vacancies) | Number of Vacancies: Multiple |
Anticipated Start Date: As Soon As Possible | Deadline to Apply: November 18, 2026 at 5:00pm |
Be the Spark! Join our passionate Health &Fitness Team and help us to achieve great things in our community!
The Cleaner ensures the safety of all members, property and self by following established Workplace Health and Safety practices and procedures. The position is responsible for performing all light duty cleaning, project and general cleaning, laundry duties and to keep cleaning and laundry equipment clean and in good repair all the time.
In this role, you will:
- Clean all areas of the facility, perform project cleaning, conduct general cleaning, and maintain cleaning equipment in good repair at all times.
- Dust, sweep, wash floors, vacuum carpets and upholstery, clean lockers, countertops, railings, mirrors, glazing, and windows. Clean cardio and strength equipment in the conditioning room, Cyclefit room, and free weight room. Also, clean swimming pool areas, staff offices, back-of-house areas, and the facility exterior.
- Clean washrooms, including toilets, urinals, washbasins, vanities, replenish toiletries, body soap, and remove garbage from various areas, disposing of it in the bin.
- Perform laundry-related tasks, including collecting and laundering rags, dust mops, mop heads, and other items as required.
- Ensure the safety of all participants, property, and oneself by following established Workplace Health and Safety practices and procedures.
- Provide a high standard of customer service to all participants following SAM standards and other guidelines set from time to time.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you need to succeed:
- Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
- A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practises that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children and youth
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter
You Bring:
- Cleaning experience in a commercial establishment
- Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers; excellent written communication skills
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
- Flexibility regarding assigned work schedule, including days, evenings and weekends
- WHIMIS training an asset
- Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
Why work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.
In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.
The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.
Check out the next steps in our recruitment process and see what others are saying about working at the YMCA.
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