Custodian

Conservation Ontario; Canada; Remote; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) seeks a Custodian to deliver comprehensive cleaning services and light maintenance across TRCA sites and facilities in Toronto, Ontario. You will support clean, safe operations for visitors and the public, perform routine cleaning, and assist with event setups.

The role emphasizes safety, record-keeping, and daily coordination with security and staff. Excellent communication and proactive problem-solving are important for success in this on-site

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and take action on the needs of both internal and external customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy.
• Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking appropriate support.

Responsibilities

• Supports the clean and safe operations of TRCA sites for visitors and the public.
• Cleans facilities including washrooms, high traffic areas, and outdoor walkways; handles garbage collection and mopping.
• Performs seasonal deep cleaning of fixtures, floors, windows and walls as required.
• Cleans after events or meetings; may assist with setup and teardown of rooms.
• Identifies and reports health and safety issues following safety protocols.
• Maintains records and inventories of cleaning supplies and maintenance activities.
• Closes areas and buildings to ensure compliance with security policies.
• Attends daily safety meetings and participates in hazard identification and emergency planning.
• Performs end-of-day checks to ensure buildings are secure and notifies security of any activities.
• Coordinates with security at shift end to relay evening activities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety protocols

Documentation

Job description

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Custodian is responsible for providing a comprehensive delivery of cleaning services and light maintenance for the TRCA sites or facilities.

Major Responsibilities:

• Supports the clean and safe operations of TRCA site or facility for visitors and the public.
• Carries out ongoing cleaning of the facility or site, including but not limited to historical buildings, garbage collection, dusting and disinfecting of high traffic areas, moping, cleaning of washrooms, clearing outdoor walkways, and responding to cleaning calls
• Conducts seasonal deep cleaning of fixtures, flooring, windows and walls as required
• Conducts cleaning responsibilities following events or meetings at the site or facility. Possible set up and tear down of meeting rooms
• Identifies and reports any health and safety issues, following all related safety protocols
• Maintains and completes accurate records as required, including but not limited to inspection and maintenance records for cleaning and regular inventory of cleaning and paper products used
• Closes areas/buildings when needed to ensure compliance withapplicable security policies and procedures
• Participates in daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning
• Conduct a village check at end of day to make sure all buildings are secure.
• Meets with security at the end of the shift to inform them of any evening activities.

What will you need to succeed:

Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies

• Ability to prioritize and take action on the needs of both internal and external customers
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
• Able to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to solve issues

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4,[phone].