Janitor

Government of Nunavut; Pond Inlet (Mittimatalik); On-site; CAD 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

The Government of Nunavut invites applications for a part-time janitor position at the Community Learning Centre in Pond Inlet. The role focuses on cleaning, monitoring the facility, safety and security, and performing minor labour tasks while ensuring minimal disruption to staff and students.

Candidates should have Grade 10 or higher; a high school diploma is preferred, with prior custodial experience and knowledge of WHMIS being assets.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 completion or equivalent.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Experience as a custodian or janitor required.
• Experience handling hazardous materials and knowledge of safety regulations is required.
• WHMIS is an asset; Inuktut ability is an asset; English reading is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean and monitor the facility; maintain safety and security.
• Perform minor labour duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Follow College policies and procedures to ensure a safe, clean environment.
• Minimize disruption to instructors and students during daily operations.

Skills

Custodian experience

WHMIS knowledge

Inuktitut language

English reading

Safety compliance

Education

Grade 10 completion

High school diploma preferred

Job description

This employment opportunity is restricted to all Nunavut Inuit.

This employment opportunity is open to Nunavut Inuit only. Janitors will work approximately 10 hours per week

Responsibilities

The janitor is responsible for cleaning, monitoring the facility, safety and security, and completing minor labour duties at the Community Learning Centre. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining a safe and clean environment, in which the daily functions of the community learning centre are carried out. The incumbent follows a rigorous routine of cleaning functions in compliance with the College’s policies and procedures, in addition to cleaning and custodial work assigned on a day-to-day basis by the supervisor. The incumbent must ensure that all tasks are completed without disruption to instructors and students.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the completion of Grade 10, a high school diploma is preferred. Experience working as a custodian or janitor and experience working with hazardous materials and safety regulations is required.

Some training or experience with WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System), which regulates the handling of hazardous material, is an asset. The ability to speak Inuktut is considered a definite asset to interact with staff and students. Speaking and reading English is desirable to read product labels and material safety data sheets.

A combination of related education and work experience may be considered.

The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy. Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.

Job Info

• Job Identification 951
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 09/04/2026, 08:58 PM
• Apply Before 09/19/2026, 03:59 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations Pond Inlet, NU, Canada
• Shift Work Shift Work Not Required
• Regular or Restricted Restricted to Nunavut Inuit Applicants