Evening Facilities Custodian – Clean & Prepare Spaces

Saint Mary's University; Halifax; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Pension plan

Vacation

Transit EPass

Job summary

Saint Mary's University in Halifax is seeking a General Worker in Facilities Management for an evening, permanent full-time role, performing cleaning and related duties across campus facilities including residences.

The position requires Grade 11, teamwork, good communication, and ability to work independently and safely. Compensation includes a package of benefits and a defined contribution pension, with a Monday–Friday 3:00pm–11:00pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Grade 11 High School Certificate with three months or more related experience in institutions of comparable size or with a cleaning firm.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a positive manner conveying and responding to information.
• Ability to interact with customers in a positive working relationship.
• Ability to work alone and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take initiative in completing tasks with minimal instruction.
• Ability to perform all duties in a safe manner, following health and safety legislation and all required safe work practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning functions.
• Clean, disinfect, and dust offices, classrooms, public areas, residence, food service areas, athletic areas, washrooms and all other assigned areas.
• Provide maintenance to floors, carpeted and non-carpeted using appropriate equipment.
• Clean chalkboards and whiteboards.
• Perform waste and recycling collection in all areas.
• Prepare residence rooms for student and conference operations.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Setup of functions and events.
• Move furniture and equipment.
• Report required maintenance items and repairs to Supervisor or Coordinator.
• Report observed safety concerns to Supervisor or Co-ordinator.
• Maintain custodial equipment.
• Through training stays current with custodial operating and safety procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer interaction

Initiative

Safety awareness

Education

Grade 11 High School Certificate

Job description

Saint Mary's University in Halifax is seeking a General Worker in Facilities Management for an evening, permanent full-time role, performing cleaning and related duties across campus facilities including residences.

The position requires Grade 11, teamwork, good communication, and ability to work independently and safely. Compensation includes a package of benefits and a defined contribution pension, with a Monday–Friday 3:00pm–11:00pm schedule.