Part Time Custodian

Concordia University of Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain the cleanliness and appearance of its facilities. This part-time role involves performing daily cleaning tasks, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and working collaboratively with a team. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a nurturing educational environment while working flexible hours. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and previous custodial experience. Join a community that values diversity and inclusivity, and help create a welcoming space for students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of public areas and responding to service calls.
• Maintaining cleanliness of storage areas and corridors.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Work Ethic

Ability to Work Shift Work

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Building Service Worker Certification

First Aid, CPR, AED, WHMIS Certification

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Window Cleaning Tools

Job description

Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) is a community of learning grounded in scholarship and academic freedom, preparing students to be independent thinkers, ethical leaders, and citizens for the common good.

CUE campus is situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s historic Highlands neighborhood. Supporting a student body of over 3,000, we are known for our small class sizes and our excellence in teaching. Our small classes and diverse student population provide an excellent opportunity for engaging with students in a sustained and nurturing way unique within the Canadian university system. CUE is an institution that values research in the sciences, social sciences, humanities, and management. Our vision is to become Canada’s pre-eminent small university.

CUE is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for work, study, and living. We actively promote dignity for all, rejecting action and language that are harmful to mutual respect.

Concordia University of Edmonton is looking for a part-time day shift Custodian to join the team! Reporting to the Supervisor, Custodial & Security Services, the Custodian is responsible for the day-to-day custodial maintenance of the university by maintaining building appearance and acceptable cleaning standards. This includes being responsible for maintaining a standard of excellence and demonstrating how to work efficiently without sacrificing quality. The Custodian will ensure that the University Policies and Procedures, Custodial Operating Procedures, and Occupational Health and Safety standards are being followed on shift.

This position is a permanent, part-time, day-shift position - 20 hours per week – Monday to Friday. Shift hours are 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of public areas and respond to calls for service.
• Maintaining cleanliness of storage areas; ensuring corridors are neat and clean keeping all fire exits clear of all material.
• Event cleaning for conferences, meetings, and student / staff events.
• Washroom cleaning, sweeping, mopping, washing walls, maintaining supplies, etc.
• Shampooing/extraction cleaning of carpet & upholstery, stripping and waxing of floors.
• Assist with deep cleaning of student residence & exterior window cleaning during the summer months.
• Ensuring proper operation of assigned equipment to ensure safety and effective operation and minimize repairs.
• Working in a cooperative manner with other members of the custodial team as well as other departments.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety considered an asset.
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail.
• Ability to see cleaning needs and executing with minimal guidance.
• Ability to work shift work.
• Standing and walking for long periods of time. Able to lift at least 23 kg (50 lbs).
• Previous pole fed window cleaning experience necessary.

Education And Qualifications

• Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Able to pass a criminal record and background check.
• Minimum one (1) year recent custodial experience is ideal.
• Building Service Worker or Basic Custodial Technician Certification training would be considered an asset.
• High School diploma or GED is required.
• A valid class 5 Alberta Driver License to drive University vehicles is an asset.
• First Aid, CPR, AED, WHMIS would be considered an asset.

Please direct all questions and inquiries to Human Resources at Concordia University of Edmonton [e-mail]

Concordia University of Edmonton encourages applications from members of racialized groups, visible minorities, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, women, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and others who may support a diversity of perspectives at CUE. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.