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On-Call Janitor

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and sanitation across all Haisla Nation facilities, ensuring an orderly and welcoming environment for community members, staff, and visitors. Key duties include sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, servicing washrooms, sanitizing touchpoints, cleaning event venues, and properly disposing of waste.

  • On-site
  • Kitimat, BC
  • Posted Feb 20, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Position Title: On-Call Janitor Reports to: Manager, Capital Projects & Asset Management Job Overview Reporting to the Manager, Capital Projects & Asset Management, the Janitor is responsible for maintaining a high standard of safety, cleanliness and sanitation in all Haisla Nation’s facilities and keeping them in an orderly condition, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all community members, staff and visitors. Organizational Status The Haisla Nation is the band government of the Haisla people. Our mission is to build a powerful, prosperous and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit. We believe in building a strong and thriving community, with healthy and happy members and a sustained and prosperous environment. We are about 2023+ people, with approximately 700 living in Kitamaat Village. We have lived off the land and waters of our traditional territory for thousands of years, and it remains the focus of all we do. Duties & Responsibilities * Sweep all floors, entrance ways, and stairs. * Vacuum rugs. * Mop all floors, including offices. * Clean and service all washrooms daily. * Wipe and sanitize all touch points daily. * Provide cleaning services during and after community events to ensure venue is returned to its original state. * Clean gymnasium floor and bleachers. * As time permits, dust, wash walls, and windows. * Remove and properly dispose of waste (regular waste, recycling and organics) from all areas. * Arrange and dismantle tables and chairs as needed. * Remove and properly dispose of waste from all areas. * Properly dispose of recycling. * Identify and report any damages, possible repairs, or maintenance needs. * Respond promptly to any safety hazards or concerns within the facilities. * Track inventory and report any required supplies that need to be ordered. * Wear all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE). * Follow all health and safety regulations, including the proper handling and storage of cleaning utensils, as well as the Haisla Nation’s policies and procedures. * Other duties as required. Skills & Qualifications * High-school diploma or equivalent. * Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System certificate required. * Building Service Worker Certificate preferred. * First Aid, Level 1 preferred. * Previous experience in janitorial or custodial work is an asset. * Experience working for a band government or Indigenous organization is an asset. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills. * Ability to utilize safe work practices. * Ability to work independently with minimal direction as well as part of a team. * Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations. * Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to handle complex and emotionally challenging situations. * Ability to establish and maintain respectful, cooperative and productive working relationships with a variety of individuals. * Physical ability to perform tasks, including ability to lift heavy objects as needed. * Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings, as needed. * Valid BC driver’s license and own vehicle is an asset. * Satisfactory completion of criminal records check (with vulnerable sector screening if relevant). Salary: $22.95/hr Position Type: On-Call Number of Openings: 1 Closing Date: Will remain open until the position is filled. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and sanitation across all Haisla Nation facilities, ensuring an orderly and welcoming environment for community members, staff, and visitors. Key duties include sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, servicing washrooms, sanitizing touchpoints, cleaning event venues, and properly disposing of waste.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high-school diploma or equivalent and are required to have a Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System certificate. Preferred qualifications include a Building Service Worker Certificate and First Aid Level 1 certification, along with previous janitorial experience.

Other relevant skills

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  • Janitorial
  • Sanitation
  • Safety
  • Cleaning
  • Waste Disposal
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Work Independently
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical-Thinking
  • Physical Ability
  • Flexible Hours
  • Driving

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Administrative
  • Security & Safety

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
35 hours per week