Part-Time Custodian

Dcn450; California; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

DCN is seeking a part-time Custodian to support the Administration Building, performing custodial duties and minor maintenance to keep spaces clean, safe and sanitary. You will follow health and safety procedures when handling cleaners and waste.

The role involves cleaning offices and common areas, washing and buffing floors, restocking supplies, reporting damages, and assisting with room setups for meetings and events. Prior custodial experience is preferred and safety training is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age and able to work in varying and extreme weather.
• One year of custodial/janitorial experience.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Current First Aid and WHMIS certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Record checks required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe, clean spaces; set up and store equipment properly.
• Clean offices and common areas; follow disinfectant procedures.
• Wash and buff floors with floor polisher.
• Disinfect and remove soiled linens; restock supplies as needed.
• Remove trash; dispose of hazardous items properly.
• Vacuum carpeted areas; clean drinking fountains.
• Prepare rooms for meetings/events and clean up afterward.
• Monitor equipment maintenance needs and report damages.

Skills

Custodial/janitorial experience

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

First Aid and WHMIS certification

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Tools

Driver’s license Class 5

Job description

Job Overview: Reporting to the CAO, the part-time Custodian is responsible for all custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that the DCN Administration Building and offices are maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary manner. The incumbent will be responsible for cleaning assigned areas by washing furnishings, floors and equipment with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent the spread of disease and to ensure a clean environment throughout the building/offices. The part-time Custodian will be required to use standardized health and safety procedures to deal with potentially hazardous materials and waste.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, clean and sanitized spaces ensuring equipment is set up and stored appropriately.
• Clean offices and common areas, including waiting rooms, bathrooms, lobbies, office areas, etc., ensuring proper disinfectant procedures are followed.
• Wash and buff floors with floor polisher.
• Clean, disinfect and remove soiled linens.
• Remove trash, ensuring hazardous items are disposed of properly.
• Vacuum all carpeted areas (if any).
• Clean, wash and disinfect drinking fountains.
• Replenish toilet tissue and soap as needed.
• Report damages and acts of vandalism.
• Ensure cleaning materials and supplies are stored in a safe and orderly manner.
• Restock and maintain an adequate supply of cleaning materials and supplies.
• Monitor the need for equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Prepare and set up rooms for meetings, parties, or various other activities and clean up after the events.
• Maintain building grounds, litter pickup, shovel snow, clear ice in winter, etc.
• Understand, adhere to, and enforce DCN Administration policy and Procedure Manual.
• The part-time Custodian is a key team member of the DCN Administration Team and may be asked to carry out other duties and activities related to the effectiveness and the successful implementation of the health center unit.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 years of age, with the ability to work in varying and extreme weather.
• One (1) year of previous custodial/janitorial experience.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Current First Aid and WHIMIS certification.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to concentrate on multiple problems/tasks at once.
• Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing;
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Ability to perform small repairs and equipment maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• First Aid skills and/or certificates are considered assets.
• A Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Fluency in Cree is considered an asset.
• Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Record checks are required for this position.

Please provide a copy of your current Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check at the time of the interview.

**Please be advised only suitable applicants will be notified**