Part-Time Janitor (12 AM to 8 AM)

COGIR Real Estate

Ottawa

On-site

CAD 22,000 - 31,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Job summary

Cogir Senior Living seeks a dedicated Janitor to manage front desk duties, greet residents and visitors, answer calls, and support daily administrative tasks with a focus on cleanliness and safety. The role contributes to a warm, well-maintained residence environment in Ottawa, Ontario.

You will perform light administrative tasks, assist with mail, room bookings, and emergency response support, while upholding company policies and resident rights.

Qualifications

Excellent English communication skills, both spoken and written.
Ability to provide daily feedback.
Knowledge of standard institutional cleaning techniques.
Experience in commercial/residential/healthcare cleaning and laundry is desirable.
Reception experience is an asset.
Professional telephone manner.
Multitasking, working under pressure, meeting deadlines.
Highly organized and detail-focused.
MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint proficiency preferred.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Current CPR and First Aid.
Current Smart Choices Serving it Safe certification.
Current VPS background check (last 6 months).

Responsibilities

To run the front desk in a courteous, efficient manner.
To answer all incoming calls and respond to inquiries professionally.
To greet, assist and direct all visitors.
To handle various administrative and introductory accounting duties.
To update phone and distribution lists and maintain mail processes.
To prepare packages and arrange courier pickup, meeting room bookings.
To report maintenance needs promptly and ensure safety procedures.
To uphold the residence policies and resident rights.
To assist with small projects as required and participate in training.

Skills

Front desk

Customer service

Cleaning

Multitasking

English communication

Education

CPR and First Aid

Serving it Safe (Smart Choices)

VPS (Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Wage per hour

$19.10

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus – Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Janitor is responsible for responding to incoming calls, greeting and directing all visitors, answering inquiries in a positive and professional manner, cleaning and sanitization of common areas.

Key Responsibilities

To run the front desk in a courteous efficient manner;
To answer all incoming calls, and respond to caller’s inquiries in a positive, professional manner;
To redirect calls as appropriate and take clear, concise messages when required;
To greet, assist and direct all visitors;
To handle various administrative and introductory accounting duties;
To pick up and sort internal mail;
To stamp, deliver and maintain mail machine for external mail;
To prepare packages and arrange courier pick up;
To arrange meeting room schedule and bookings;
To update phone and distribution lists;
To replace staff as necessary;
To answer and respond immediately to emergency response system;
To report promptly to management of maintenance & repairs that are necessary throughout the facility by entering in Maintenance Care system;
To always be accessible to your team and management and promptly attend any problems/concerns that may arise;
To maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked and well organized reception area;
To establish and maintain harmonious relationships with residents, their families and employees;
To report to management if the residents have concerns or complaints;
To assist with small projects as required by other administrative support (i.e. labels, bulk mailing, etc.);
To provide evening security and emergency response for residents when required;
To clean areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures;
To clean common areas, including furniture, kitchen and washroom fixtures, walls, ceilings, lights, vents and windows;
To do laundry (including washing, treating & folding);
To operate floor care machines and steam cleaning equipment;
To strip, scrub, spray, and buff all carpet and non-carpet floor surfaces;
To pick up garbage & recycling and transport to designated areas;
To adhere to established residence policies and procedures, including safety rules and safe working practices;
To prepare documentation as required according to residence policy;
To be aware of the Residents Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;
To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the needs of the residents;
To complete The Learning Centre as monthly online training;
To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;
To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;
To complete other duties as assigned;
To uphold and promote organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.

Required Education, Credentials And Experience

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written English communication skills, demonstrating empathy and patience;
Ability to provide feedback on a day-to-day basis;
Knowledge and experience with standard institutional cleaning techniques;
Previous experience in commercial/residential/Healthcare cleaning and laundry procedures is desirable
Previous experience in reception is considered an asset;
Must exhibit professional and polished telephone manner;
Ability to handle multiple tasks at once, work under pressure, and meet deadlines;
High organized and detail focused;
Expertise in Microsoft Word (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail) preferred;
Ability to work with minimal supervision;
Current CPR and First aid;
Current Smart Choices Responsible Service Certification (Serving it Safe);
Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS);

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.

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