Casual CHA - Facilities I (Cleaner)

Community Hub Assistant – Facilities I (Cleaner)

Position Type: Casual

Competition #: UB-2023-05

Closing Date: August 10, 2023 at 4:00pm

INSPIRE, GROW AND CONNECT

Working with the Thunder Bay Public Library and the Community

PURPOSE:

To ensure TBPL offers a safe and clean environment for patrons and staff utilizing proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques during regular visits and/or programs.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Vacuuming of rugs, washing of floors, cleaning of sinks and toilets, unclogging minor drain issues, emptying of waste paper baskets and removing garbage and recycling to ensure facilities are safe, comfortable and welcoming to the community.

2. Dusting, cleaning and polishing of furniture, bookshelves and books to sustain a healthy and aesthetically appealing Library.

3. Cleaning of windows and glass, watering of plants, and other cleaning duties to ensure the Community Hub is welcoming to the community.

4. Assists with the upkeep of grounds to sustain the safe, aesthetic environment of the Community Hub.

5. Performs other duties including but not limiting to garbage removal and pick up (exterior), cleaning/washing of carpets, steam cleaning furniture and floors.

6. May be required to open and close buildings.

7. Facilitates the implementation of change and innovation including actively participating in working groups to further strategic initiatives.

8. Promotes and embeds the community led service philosophy in collaboration with patrons, staff and partners to meet the needs of the community.

9. Adheres to the policies, procedures and standards, as identified by the TBPL Board to ensure compliance with City by-laws, and all relevant provincial and federal legislative requirements.

MASTERY:

The position requires:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Appropriate knowledge, experience and skills that are up to date and relevant to the duties of the position.
• Must undergo a successful Criminal Records Check.
• Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.

Please submit your cover letter and resume by August 10, 2023.

The TBPL is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

The personal information obtained under this job posting is collected under the authority of the Public Libraries Act, 1984 and will be used to access qualifications of applicants. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Chief Executive Officer at the address above.

The Thunder Bay Public Library is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process, if you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please contact the CHM – HR. .

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $26.25 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-08-10