Offsite Custodian

Covenant House International; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant House Toronto is seeking an Offsite Custodian to join the Operations Department. The role is hybrid, full-time, and permanent with a Monday–Friday schedule and 9am–5pm hours.

You will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing common areas, washrooms, offices and other spaces to support a safe, welcoming environment. The position requires basic housekeeping knowledge, Grade 12 education, and the ability to lift 25 lbs and navigate stairs.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of housekeeping techniques, chemicals and cleaning tools.
• Must have Grade 12 education and be able to read, write and communicate clearly.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs, climb 10–20 stairs, and push a cart.
• Working knowledge of WHMIS and basic computer use (email and internet).

Responsibilities

• Perform high-touch cleaning and sanitizing of all areas including washrooms, offices, kitchens and common spaces.
• Maintain cleanliness of bedrooms, living areas and equipment, including trash disposal and restocking supplies.
• Follow COVID regulations and safety protocols; report repairs and complete daily routine checks.

Skills

Housekeeping basics

Reading & writing

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 education

Tools

WHMIS

Email & Internet

Job description

Offsite Custodian

Operations Department

Hybrid

Full Time, Permanent

Level 1

Requisition Number: OPS-2026-012

Covenant House helps youth ignite their potential and reclaim their lives. As Canada's largest agency serving youth who are homeless, trafficked or at risk, we offer the widest range of services to hundreds of young people every day.

More than a place to stay, we provide life-changing care with unconditional love and respect. We meet youth's immediate needs and then we work together to achieve their future goals. We offer 24/7 crisis shelter transitional housing options on-site and, in the community, health and well-being support, training and skill development, and ongoing care once youth move into the community.

For over 40 years, Covenant House has been dedicated to its mission of serving youth on the street and to protect and safeguard all youth with absolute respect and unconditional love. Since 1982, Covenant House has supported more than 100,000 young people.

Overview

In this position, the candidate will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing of the common areas, washrooms, offices and other areas within the organization.

We are currently recruiting for 1 Full-time Permanent Custodian. This is a replacement role within the organization. The role is Monday - Friday, 9am to 5 pm. The schedule is: Monday- Thrive (full day), Tuesday - Avdell/Main Site (half day each), Wednesday - Rogers/Main Site (half day each), Thursday - Advell/Rogers & Main Site, Friday - Thrive (full day).

Responsibilities

• High touch cleaning and sanitizing of the following: Dispenser handles (i.e. paper towel, coffee/water machines, etc.), photocopy room equipment handles (i.e. drawers on photocopiers and printers)
• Knowledge of COVID regulations (i.e. damp mop vs sweeping, personal protective equipment hygiene, etc.)
• Washrooms – scrubbing showers, sinks, toilets and floors
• Bedrooms – cleaning windowsills, mirrors, counter tops, blinds, walls, floors, baseboards, emptying garbage cans
• Offices – emptying garbage cans, dusting & sanitizing desks, shelves, computers, phones, tables.
• Common area – emptying garbage cans and recycling, dusting tables, shelves, windowsills, phones, ledges, cleans floors
• Intake kitchen, lunch room, laundry rooms, storage areas, cleaning coffee machines and pots, sinks, counter tops, tables, microwaves, window sills, baseboards, emptying garbage cans, refilling paper towel and soap dispensers
• Watering plants in all common areas, polishing woodwork, sweeping and mopping stairs, filling out work orders, reporting any repairs to be done, completing daily routine charts and attending team meetings.
• Other additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• General knowledge of housekeeping techniques, chemicals, cleaning tools.
• Applicants should have a Grade 12 education and/or ability to read, write and communicate clearly with others.
• You must be able to maintain and follow routines, lift 25 lbs, climb flights of 10-20 stairs, and push a cart on wheels.
• You should have working knowledge of WHMIS, computer knowledge, ability to use email and using internet explorer.
• Weekday schedule Monday to Friday

Use of AI and Technology in the Hiring Process

Covenant House Toronto does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. However, we do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently.

While our ATS may apply automated filters or sorting functions, all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters. No hiring decisions are made by AI.

Commitment to Equitable Recruitment

At Covenant House Toronto we believe in a workplace culture of inclusion that is welcoming, respectful and safe for all staff. It is critical to Covenant House Toronto success to eliminate barriers and promote the inclusion of equity groups. Equity groups have been, and continue to be, underrepresented and marginalized in the workforce, leadership roles, and in some specific occupations. Equity groups include but may not be limited to Indigenous persons, racialized people, gender diverse people, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and people with disabilities.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Covenant House Policy on Accommodation, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the Covenant House recruitment process.