Student - Custodian

Quinte West; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as a Student Custodian in Quinte West, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and order of city-owned facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community while ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike. You will assist with various housekeeping tasks, manage custodial supplies, and support special events. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for service and teamwork, this role is perfect for you. Become part of a city that values safety, inclusivity, and community spirit, and make a positive impact in Quinte West!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class G Driver’s License and safe driving record needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine housekeeping tasks like sweeping and mopping.
• Maintain custodial supplies and ensure cleanliness of facilities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Skills

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act

Knowledge of WHMIS

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

7 Creswell Dr, Trenton, ON K8V 6S7, Canada

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00 a.m. | Expires Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 4:59 a.m.

The City of Quinte West is situated on the shores of the beautiful Bay of Quinte. We are located directly along the Highway 401 corridor approximately 1.5 hours east of Toronto and 2.5 hours west of Ottawa. Over 46,560 people make Quinte West home. Quinte West’s natural setting, with its attractive scenic backdrop of rolling hills, rich farmland and clean waterways, creates a healthy environment for working, living, and raising a family. Safe, well-planned neighbourhoods and plenty of recreational activities make Quinte West the ideal place to visit or call “home”.

Position: Student Custodian

Department: Community Services and Strategic Partnerships

Division: Facilities

Reports to: Manager of Facilities

Purpose and Scope

The Student Custodian is responsible for assisting the Head Custodian with the cleanliness of Quinte West owned facilities. The position is responsible for performing various duties for keeping facilities clean and in orderly condition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position will:

• Assist with performing routine housekeeping tasks including sweeping, mopping, dusting, scrubbing, sanitizing and garbage removal.
• Properly handle and organize custodial supplies. Assist in maintaining adequate inventory of chemicals and supplies for assigned areas.
• Assist with cleaning and light maintenance in office areas, locker rooms, washrooms, break rooms, conference rooms, and all other areas as assigned.
• Assist with pre and post cleaning for special events, assisting with the set-up and teardown of equipment for special events, and assisting with event security.
• Recognize and report maintenance and safety issues to Head Custodian in a timely manner.
• Ensure adherence to the City’s Occupational Health and Safety policies, City Policies and Procedures, and all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Note: Above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all-inclusive or limited to the above.

Contacts:

Internal: Manager of Facilities, Head Custodian, Custodians, other City staff.

External: Volunteer groups and associations, the general public, other community agencies.

Education/Specialized Training/Skills:

The incumbent must have:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Class G Driver’s Licence and safe driving record.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Knowledge of WHMIS.

Work Experience:

Previous work experience in customer service, custodial operations, or a maintenance background.

Decision Making:

This position must make decisions that may impact their safety and the safety of others.

Supervision:

• Not Applicable.
• Evening and weekend work required.
• This position may be required to work a combination of day shifts, afternoon shifts, and weekends.

Personal information and any supporting material are collected and administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Quinte West is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 613-392-2841 ext. 1106 or [e-mail] to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Applicants will be required to consent to the completion of a criminal reference check and the completion of a driver’s abstract, if deemed a requirement of the position.