Custodian (Part-Time)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Custodian is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that buildings and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner.

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• Willingness to Learn: You must open and willing to learn
• Organized: it is essential that maintain a safe, sanitized and clean environment.
• Time Management: Ability to accurately plan your work and effectively manage time
• Multitasker: The ability to balance competing priorities, meet deadlines, and to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Work that matters

Seabird Island is located 1 kilometer from Agassiz, BC on the beautiful Fraser River, 120 km east of Vancouver.

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BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits vary by job type, apply after a successful probationary period and are confirmed in the interview and hiring process.

• Extended health and dental benefits,
• Accrued vacation and sick time,
• Pension plan with matching employer contributions,
• Access to internal training programs, professional development and skill enhancement,
• Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team,
• Equitable hourly rates
• Casual dress code

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Clean offices, meeting chambers and other band facilities.
• Mop tile and concrete floor areas, vacuum all carpeted areas.
• Dust all furniture and fixtures, woodwork, and equipment.
• Wash and disinfect all washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers and fixtures. Replenish toilet tissue, paper towels and soap as needed.
• Clean all mirrors; empty all waste baskets and garbage cans.
• Place garbage in outside storage bin.
• Clean entrances and exits including glass, doors and hardware.
• Keep outside area near exit and entrance clear of snow, cans, paper, etc.
• Clean, wash and disinfect drinking fountains.
• Clean kitchen sinks, counters and appliances; replenish paper towel, soap etc.
• Report damages and acts of vandalism.
• Wash and buff floors with floor polisher.
• Spot clean walls and toilet partitions.
• Move and arrange chairs, tables and other furniture or equipment.
• Assist with heavy work in kitchen and cafeteria.
• Check windows and doors to see that they are closed and locked.
• May make minor repairs to furniture, electrical fixtures, windows and shades, locks, faucets, heating system and other equipment.
• May undertake routine maintenance tasks related to building operating systems, ie) changing filters, etc.
• May perform grounds work, including clearing snow, mowing lawns, raking leaves, trimming shrubs, and
  general grounds maintenance such as clearing litter and debris.
• Notify supervisor of any deficiencies that will require the use of contractors/repairs.
• Perform seasonal cleaning tasks as required. Including: waxing floors, washing windows, building exterior
  cleaning, etc.
• Use appropriate safety equipment at all times.
  
• Ensure cleaning materials and supplies are stored in a safe and orderly manner.
• Works in cooperation with other maintenance staff to correct safety deficiencies.
  
• Ability to move vehicles to and from and report any unsafe vehicles and equipment.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by your Supervisor, Manager, Director, Executive Director, or Chief & Council.

WHAT YOU BRING

Education

• High school Diploma or GED

Experience/Skills

• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products, and equipment.
  
• Ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products.
  
• Physically fit and able to lift 50 lbs.
  
• Ability to safely use cleaning and maintenance equipment.
• Must be flexible and able to work varied shifts from early morning, late afternoon, evenings, and weekends.
  
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
  
• Must be punctual, trustworthy, and able to work independently to complete assigned tasks.
  
• Familiar with Safety Data Sheets

Requirements

• WHMIS Training
  
• First Aid Level 1
  
• Proficient computer skills with the Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.)
  
• Proficient interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  
• Ability to agree as well as adhere to Seabird Island Band Human Resources (HR), Finance, and Information Technology (IT) Policies and Procedures, etc.
  
• Knowledge, respect and understanding of Stó: lō culture, traditions and language or willingness to learn.
  
• Experience working with First Nations community is considered an asset.
  
• Valid BC Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract within the last 5 years.
  
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRRP)

Reports to: Custodial Manager

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

• Employment is conditional upon completing pre-employment screening to ensure a safe and secure work environment in which students, staff, members, families, community, as well as resources, and assets are protected. All background checks, reference checks and criminal record checks are performed in accordance with SIB HR Policy, protecting the integrity and confidentiality of information gathered during the evaluation.

Seabird Island is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Pursuant to S. 41 of the BC Human Rights code, preference may be given to Applicants of Indigenous, Métis, or Inuit heritage. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in Canada; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.