Facilities Cleaner

Job summary

Clean and sanitize public, instructional, and staff areas, including floors, carpets, washrooms, windows, and common spaces, to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. Maintain and store cleaning equipment and supplies appropriately, follow safe product-handling practices, and promptly report maintenance issues or supply shortages.

Job details

Brief Description Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta. MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses and are continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment. The Cleaner is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across MaKami facilities. This role supports daily operations by ensuring all public, instructional, and staff areas meet cleanliness, safety, and presentation standards. The Cleaner plays an important role in supporting a positive learning environment for students, staff, and visitors. (Including but not limited to the following) Clean, dust, and sanitize ceiling vents, surfaces, counters, furniture, and fixtures Sweep, scrub, and mop laminate and tiled floors Vacuum carpets and use cleaning equipment as required, including shampooing or stain removal when necessary Empty and dispose of garbage and recycling from bins and containers Clean and sanitize washrooms, including sinks, basins, toilets, mirrors, and fixtures (public and private) Clean windows, glass surfaces, and mirrors Ensure all public and common areas are clean, tidy, and presentable at all times Maintain, clean, and properly store cleaning equipment and supplies Ensure safe, sanitary, and compliant storage and use of cleaning products Report maintenance issues, repairs, or supply shortages promptly Education & Experience General knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and cleaning techniques WHMIS certification or willingness to obtain Skills & Competencies Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Reliable, punctual, and professional Strong time-management skills with ability to adapt to changing priorities Strong attention to detail and organization Ability to follow established cleaning schedules and procedures Physically capable of: Standing and walking for extended periods Reaching, bending, kneeling, and stretching throughout the workday Pushing cleaning equipment such as vacuums Lifting up to 25–30 pounds Personal Attributes Professional appearance and demeanor at all times Approachable, positive, respectful, and courteous Dependable and trustworthy Able to use initiative and work with minimal supervision Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Ability to build positive working relationships Perks & Benefits Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts Educational Allowance for Professional Development Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs Free Massages at Our Student Clinic Discounts on College Programs & Courses Staff Discount in College Store On-Site Gym Access Free Parking Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.

What you’ll do

Clean and sanitize public, instructional, and staff areas, including floors, carpets, washrooms, windows, and common spaces, to maintain a safe and welcoming environment. Maintain and store cleaning equipment and supplies appropriately, follow safe product-handling practices, and promptly report maintenance issues or supply shortages.

Requirements

Candidates should have general knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and techniques, and must hold or be willing to obtain WHMIS certification. They should be reliable, professional, detail-oriented, able to follow instructions and schedules, work independently or with a team, and meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 25–30 pounds.

Benefits

• Health Spending Account
• Lifestyle Account
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance
• Free Massages at Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs and Courses
• College Store Discount
• On-Site Gym Access
• Free Parking

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Floor Care
• Vacuuming
• Washroom Cleaning
• Cleaning Equipment Maintenance
• Safe Handling of Cleaning Products
• Following Instructions
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Organization
• Reliability
• Problem-Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Physical Stamina

Job areas

• Trades
• Education
• Security & Safety

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