Custodian

CNIB Foundation; MacTier; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established charity committed to changing lives. As a Custodian, you will play a vital role in maintaining a welcoming and clean environment for campers with sight loss. Your responsibilities will include cleaning facilities, conducting inspections, and ensuring safety standards are met. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission while working in a dynamic outdoor environment. If you are flexible, enjoy physical work, and want to make a difference, this role is perfect for you. Become part of a supportive community that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of janitorial or maintenance experience preferred.
• High school diploma and valid G driver's license are assets.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of all buildings and grounds.
• Conduct daily inspections and report findings.
• Set up and take down rooms as required.

Skills

Janitorial/Maintenance Experience

Customer Service

Cleaning Products Knowledge

Flexible Work Hours

Education

High School Diploma

Degree or Diploma in Related Field

Standard First Aid and CPR Certification

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Ladder Safety Equipment

Job description

Custodian

Full-Time, Contract

Mactier, Ontario

Reports to: General Manager, CNIB Lake Joe

Direct Reports: No

Rate: $20.81 / hour

Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

Laughter, fun, empowering activities – essential ingredients for the perfect camp experience. Do you want to be part of the fantastic team that helps make it all possible?

Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. For more than 60 years, CNIB Lake Joe has been providing exciting, safe, and accessible camp experiences for Canadians with sight loss. CNIB Lake Joe is looking for a Custodian to help us bring the magic of summer camp to life for ‘kids of all ages’ with sight loss, and their families!

Your Impact at CNIB

• Maintaining a regular cleaning schedule for all buildings as determined by the Facility Operator, including but not limited to sweeping and mopping floors; cleaning and sanitizing washrooms; emptying garbage and recycling receptacles daily; vacuuming porch and apartment in staff building (PCL) weekly; wiping down all surfaces including desks, phones, computers and keyboards, counters, cupboards, sinks, microwave, fridges (inside cleaned as requested), furniture, etc.
• Conduct and document daily inspections of all buildings and grounds as well as report findings to Facility Operator and/or General Manager.
• Maintain the general cleanliness of the centre grounds at all times.
• Set up and take down of rooms and meeting spaces as required.
• Perform minor repairs as assigned.
• Provide customer service to meet established quality standards.
• Ensure the appearance of the facility is maintained to meet the standards established by CNIB.
• Advise supervisor of any safety concerns.

Who you are:

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma an asset.
• Minimum 2-3 years janitorial/maintenance related experience an asset.
• Valid driver G license and maintain a suitable driving record validated by drivers abstract and/or access to transportation.
• Current police check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” an asset.
• Current WHMIS training an asset (6 months or less).
• Degree or diploma in related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience and Qualifications

• Must be flexible to accommodate changing priorities.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as scheduled by supervisor.
• Ladder and/or working from heights training an asset.
• Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.
• Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.

Work Environment

• Outdoor work required in this position. Working outdoors may include exposure to weather, sun and heat exposure. May require moderate levels of physical exertion.
• Position requires the ability to stand, squat, reach and lift heavy objects more than 30 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to deal with confidential information.
• Ability to interact with clients, volunteers, vendors and staff in a cordial manner.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Possible exposure to dampness, mold, hazardous materials, building materials and dust.

Be Part of Our Mission

If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application.

Closing date: February 28, 2025

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Working Together for Change

Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.