Custodian

What You’ll Do

• Clean and maintain common areas, including hallways, stairwells, offices, washrooms, laundry rooms and activity spaces through sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting.
• Clean glass surfaces, blinds, ledges and fixtures, and maintain floors through polishing, waxing and removing marks as required.
• Clean and sanitize washrooms, garbage bins and high-touch surfaces, and ensure proper disposal of garbage and recycling.
• Clean client units, including appliances, and maintain exterior areas through debris removal, snow clearing and salting as required.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely, follow WHMIS guidelines and ensure the proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Monitor cleaning supplies, maintain custodial storage areas and report maintenance issues, property damage or safety concerns to the Supervisor.
• Work collaboratively with team members, support students or volunteers during job shadowing as required, and maintain respectful interactions with residents, staff and visitors.
• Participate in team meetings, follow organizational policies and procedures, and perform other related duties as assigned.
• What You’ll Need
• Community college and /or training from a recognized institution in Janitorial Service.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in custodial services, preferably in a non-profit or community-based setting.
• Demonstrated experience using commercial cleaning equipment and knowledge of cleaning and sanitation practices.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety standards, including WHMIS, safe handling of cleaning chemicals and the use of PPE.
• Valid WHMIS certification or willingness to obtain it, and Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and respond to cleaning and maintenance concerns.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise sound judgment and maintain positive working relationships with residents, staff and visitors.
• Understanding of refugee issues and a commitment to anti-racism, access and equity