Relief Janitor - Maintainer

gov; Gamèti; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The Tlicho Community Services Agency (TCSA) is seeking a Facilities/Maintenance Worker to support the day-to-day maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the Health Center. Under the Nurse in Charge (NIC), you will ensure a safe, clean environment for staff, clients, and visitors.

You will perform janitorial services, inspections, and minor repairs, support infection control, and promptly report issues. This relief position may involve evenings or weekends and requires a Class 5 license and

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years housekeeping/janitorial experience.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Fluency in the Tlicho language is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete janitorial services and general building maintenance to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained Health Center environment.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Support infection control, occupational health, and safety practices in accordance with TCSA policies and procedures.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety issues to the Nurse in Charge in a timely manner.
• Perform minor repairs and coordinate maintenance activities as required.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Nurse in Charge.

Skills

Housekeeping

Janitorial

Infection Control

Driver's License

Tlicho language

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Job description

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometersof Gameti, NT.

Department Information

The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.

Job Information

The Tlicho Community Services Agency (TCSA) is seeking a Facilities/Maintenance Worker to support the day-to-day operational maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the Health Center.

Under the direction of the Nurse in Charge (NIC), the incumbent is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and well-functioning environment for staff, clients, and visitors. This position plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of health services by ensuring facilities, equipment, and vehicles are maintained in proper working order and in compliance with health, safety, and infection control standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete janitorial services and general building maintenance to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained Health Center environment
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safe and proper operation
• Support infection control, occupational health, and safety practices in accordance with TCSA policies and procedures
• Identify and report maintenance or safety issues to the Nurse in Charge in a timely manner
• Perform minor repairs and coordinate maintenance activities as required
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by the Nurse in Charge

Key Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• One (1) to two (2) years of housekeeping and/or janitorial experience in a similar facility
• Relevant training in Infection Control and/or Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Fluency in the Tlicho language is required

Equivalencies may include

• Three (3) years of relevant experience in a similar facility combined with Grade 11 and fluency in the Tlicho language may be considered
• Four (4) years of relevant experience in a similar facility combined with Grade 10 and fluency in the Tlicho language may be considered
• All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily within a health center and associated facilities
• Requires physical effort, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, and operating cleaning and maintenance equipment
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, and biohazard materials in accordance with infection control protocols
• May involve working indoors and outdoors, including in varying weather conditions
• Occasional work outside of regular hours may be required to address urgent maintenance or safety issues

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:
Tlicho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
NISHIKHONBUILDING, 2nd FLOOR
BOX 419
BEHCHOKONT X0E 0Y0
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

Relief Worker

This job opening is for a Relief position where there are no established hours of work on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and may be required to report to work on an as and when required basis for facilities where services operate on a daily basis throughout the entire year.

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License

This job opening requires candidate to be fluent both orally and written in both English and Tlicho.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28465

Closing Date: October 27, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $30.33 per hour to $36.25 per hour, plus a Northern Allowance of $8.49 per hour.