Facilities Custodian

Job summary

The Facilities Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the building, including floor care, waste removal, and snow clearing. They also manage maintenance inventory, order supplies, and provide building access for tradespeople.

Job details

JOB TITLE Facilities Custodian REPORTS TO Director of Facilities & Production ABOUT US Key Industries has been providing services to people with disabilities since 1974. We are an “Employment First” agency offering a wide range of pre-employment programs, social and community programs, and supports for those with complex needs. Key Industries has transitioned from a sheltered model to an agency that provides a wide range of outreach programs meeting the needs of all individuals with a disability. We believe in the possibilities for all people and are proud of the services that we provide. OUR MISSION Providing employment-first programs and personalized services to empower persons with a disability to achieve personal, community and economic independence. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Dust, sweep, vacuum, and mop floors. Remove garbage, cardboard, and recyclables. Wipe down doors and flush handles. Properly dispose of soiled items and bodily fluids. Operate heavy-duty janitorial machinery for stripping and waxing floors; move or arrange furniture as necessary. Perform snow removal in entrances, exits, and hallways, ensuring these areas are adequately salted and sanded. Ensure that halls and rooms are thoroughly cleaned and free of clutter. Regularly check the condition of the building and grounds; report any major concerns or unsafe conditions to management. Provide access to the building for tradesmen conducting repairs. Ensure proper handling and storage of chemicals and cleaning supplies. Wear protective gear as required for specific tasks. Fill out maintenance inventory sheets, order supplies, and organize supplies upon arrival. Complete miscellaneous duties as requested by management. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Previous cleaning experience and the ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs Understanding of standard cleaning procedures, products, and equipment Certified in First Aid WHMIS Cooperative Self-motivated Ability to work under minimal supervision IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its environment change. All candidates must submit to a criminal record check with vulnerable sectors and a Social Development check prior to employment with Key Industries.

What you’ll do

The Facilities Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the building, including floor care, waste removal, and snow clearing. They also manage maintenance inventory, order supplies, and provide building access for tradespeople.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous cleaning experience and the ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Certification in First Aid and WHMIS is required, along with a clean criminal record and social development check.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cleaning
• Floor maintenance
• Janitorial machinery operation
• Snow removal
• Inventory management
• Chemical handling
• First Aid
• WHMIS
• Building maintenance
• Safety compliance
• Furniture Cleaning
• Lifting Ability
• First Aid Certification
• Snow Removal
• Self-Motivation
• Management
• Mopping
• Machinery
• Social Development

Job areas

• Trades
• Social Services
• Administrative
• Security & Safety
• Facilities Custodian
• Janitor / Cleaner
• Building Caretakers
• Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners