Janitor II

Avlmfg; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

AVL Manufacturing, based in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a skilled Janitor to maintain offices, shop facilities, and yard areas. Responsibilities include cleaning, waste management, snow removal, and basic maintenance to ensure a safe, clean work environment.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in manufacturing, knowledge of WHMIS, and the ability to read labels and cleaning product instructions. This full-time on-site role offers a competitive compensation package and steady team-oriented

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and the ability to read and understand labels and instructions on cleaning products.

Responsibilities

• Dust office furniture and fixtures; clean floors and surfaces using vacuum and mop.
• Clean and sanitize washrooms; replenish supplies.
• Perform yard maintenance including snow removal and de-icing.
• Operate forklift to dispose of manufacturing waste when required.
• Maintain safe, organized storage areas and report damages as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Founded in 1998, AVL has grown into a North American leader in turnkey engineering, manufacturing, and assembly solutions. For over 25 years, we've combined in-house mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering with custom acoustical design and airflow analysis to deliver fully integrated power-generation and energy-storage systems.

Rooted in Hamilton, Ontario, AVL Manufacturing is proud to expand our North American footprint with our new U.S. facility, in Charlotte, NC —bringing world-class power packaging solutions closer to our customers.

AVL remains fiercely client-focused—driven by a dedication to quality, innovation, and collaboration that ensures every custom enclosure and power solution precisely meets our customers' needs.

Our team is the foundation of our success. Comprised of dedicated engineers, skilled fabricators, and experienced project managers, we bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to every project. Our in-house experts in mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering work seamlessly with our production teams to deliver precision-built solutions that exceed industry standards. Quality is more than a goal—it's our promise. From initial design to final assembly, we are committed to meticulous craftsmanship and continuous improvement to ensure our customers receive reliable, high-performance products they can trust.

At AVL, we truly live our 'We Are One Team' philosophy. Through seamless collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we consistently deliver results that exceed quality expectations.

Job Summary:

The Janitor’s primary function is to clean and maintain the offices, shop facilities, and yard, including garbage disposal, snow removal from sidewalks, and gardening.

Job Responsibilities:

• 1. Dust office furniture and fixtures once a week and daily for meeting rooms and front entrance area.
• 2. Use a vacuum and mop to clean office floors, hallways, and stairs at least once a week and daily for meeting rooms and the front entrance area.
• 3. Respect business material, move and replace as necessary to clean.
• 4. Clean kitchen and coffee areas regularly, including sinks, counters, and appliances.
• 5. Wash and disinfect all washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers, mirrors, and fixtures daily.
• 6. Replenish toilet tissue, paper towel, air freshener, and soap as needed. Inspect all toilets twice a day and perform necessary additional cleaning.
• 7. Empty and clean all trash cans using a garbage bag as liners. Place garbage in outside storage bins.
• 8. Clean entrance and exit, including glass, doors, and hardware. Keep the outside area near the exit and entrance clear of snow, cans, and paper. Wash all finger marks from walls, doors, hardware, and glass.
• 9. Perform yard maintenance, including snow removal, de-icing and weed removal from walkway and parking areas, pick-up of debris, garden tending, and trimming overgrowth around the building.
• 10. Perform and report minor maintenance repairs and report damages and acts of vandalism.
• 11. Maintain storage areas and cleaning equipment, materials, and supplies in a safe and orderly manner to ensure staff safety. Restock materials and supplies through an established purchasing process.
• 12. Operator forklift to dispose of manufacturing waste product
• 13. Perform other general laborer duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 1. A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2. Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and the ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products.

Other Requirements:

• 1. Demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• 2. Understand how this position impacts the quality of products and services our customers provide.
• 3. Produce quality work (on-spec., on time, on a budget).
• 4. Participate pro-actively in the continuous improvement process.
• 5. Be self-motivated with a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task.
• 6. Work well within a team environment.
• 7. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• 8. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• 9. Maintain a professional, clean and safe work area.

AVL Manufacturing offers a competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits.

We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AVL Manufacturing is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have specific requirements, please advise Human Resources during the recruitment and selection process.