Part-Time Janitor (4 PM to 12 AM)

COGIR Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking a dedicated Janitor/Receptionist to manage front desk duties, greet residents and visitors, answer inquiries, and perform cleaning and basic administrative tasks. The role requires strong English communication, multitasking, and a proactive approach to safety and resident comfort.

You will report to the Maintenance Manager and contribute to a clean, organized environment while assisting with mail handling, room bookings, and emergency response

Qualifications

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in reception or front desk is an asset.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk in courteous, efficient manner.
• Answer calls and direct inquiries professionally.
• Greet and direct visitors.
• Perform administrative and light accounting duties.
• Handle mail and packages; arrange courier pickups.
• Schedule meeting rooms and update distribution lists.
• Provide evening security and emergency response when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized reception area and report maintenance needs.

Skills

Excellent communication

multitasking

Teamwork

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel

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.