Community Building Cleaner(s) / Janitorial Worker(s)

POSITION OVERVIEW

POSITION: Community Building Cleaner(s) / Janitorial Worker(s)
HOURS OF WORK: Multiple Positions available varying shifts (regular day cleaning, post events etc)
REPORTS TO: Building Maintenance Supervisor
WAGE RANGE: $ 20-25 hourly, depending on experience and education/ training

The Community Building Cleaner / Janitorial Worker maintains clean, secure, sanitary, welcoming, and well-organized community buildings and facilities operated by SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation.

The role provides routine cleaning, sanitation, custodial care, and basic facility support for administrative offices, meeting rooms, washrooms, kitchens, common areas, and other assigned spaces. Working under the Janitorial Supervisor, the position supports accessible, culturally respectful environments for community members, Elders, children, families, visitors, and employees.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Cleaning and Janitorial Services

- Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of assigned community buildings and facilities.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors, entrances, hallways, stairways, and common areas.
- Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces, washrooms, offices, meeting rooms, kitchens, and shared spaces.
- Replenish washroom and designated kitchen supplies; empty garbage, compost, and recycling containers.
- Complete assigned duties according to established schedules and service standards.

Community Facilities and Shared Spaces

- Maintain auditoriums, multipurpose rooms, Elders’ spaces, meeting rooms, and other assigned facilities.




- Prepare and restore rooms for meetings, workshops, events, and community activities when directed.
- Keep entrances, exits, hallways, and shared areas free from clutter and avoidable hazards.
- Report damage, excessive wear, sanitation concerns, and maintenance requirements.

Deep Cleaning and Building Care

- Perform scheduled deep cleaning of floors, walls, baseboards, windows, fixtures, storage areas, and other assigned surfaces.
- Assist with carpet cleaning, floor care, seasonal cleaning, and post-maintenance cleaning when trained and directed.
- Observe facility conditions and report leaks, blocked drains, lighting concerns, pests, mould, water damage, unusual odours, and other deficiencies.
- Assist with minor nontechnical facility tasks within training and assigned responsibilities; specialized repairs are excluded unless separately qualified and authorized.

Health, Safety, Supplies and Accountability

- Follow occupational health and safety, WHMIS, infection prevention, security, and confidentiality procedures.
- Use, label, store, and dispose of cleaning products safely; never mix chemicals or use products contrary to instructions.
- Use required personal protective equipment and warning signs,



and promptly report hazards, incidents, injuries, and near misses.
- Monitor supplies, maintain secure storage, care for equipment, and report shortages or unsafe equipment.
- Complete cleaning checklists and activity records and maintain accountability for keys, access cards, equipment, and supplies.
- Interact respectfully with community members, Elders, staff, and visitors, and coordinate work to minimize service disruptions.

CORE COMPETENCIES

- Reliability and accountability: Demonstrates punctuality, dependability, consistent attendance, and responsibility for cleaning standards.
- Attention to detail: Identifies areas requiring cleaning and maintains consistent sanitation standards.
- Time management and organization: Manages priorities, schedules, checklists, and supplies efficiently.
- Health and safety awareness: Uses products and equipment safely and identifies and reports hazards.
- Communication and teamwork: Communicates respectfully, works cooperatively, and responds constructively to direction.
- Cultural awareness and respect: Respects SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation’s community, traditions, cultural values, Elders, families, and children.
- Initiative and problem-solving: Recognizes priorities, acts within assigned responsibilities, and reports concerns promptly.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education and Training

- Completion of secondary school is preferred but not mandatory; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.
- WHMIS training

📌 Community Building Cleaner(s) (Canada)
🏢 Stautw
📍 Canada