Careers

Additional Information:

The Custodian II is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment within the assigned MESC facilities. This includes performing custodial duties, minor maintenance, and snow removal to ensure the facilities are in a sanitary and functional condition. The custodian ensures that offices, restrooms, and other common areas are thoroughly cleaned and ready for the next day’s use. This position requires attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

The Custodian is responsible to the Custodian Supervisor.

The Custodian duties include but are not limited to:

1. Cleaning and Maintenance:
1. Perform routine cleaning duties and minor maintenance as per the daily, weekly, monthly and yearly schedule. 
2. Sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish floors in designated areas (e.g., hallways, classrooms, offices).
3. Clean and sanitize restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, and replenishing supplies (e.g., soap, paper towels, toilet paper).
4. Empty trash bins and replace liners, ensuring proper disposal of waste and recyclables.
5. Dust and wipe down furniture, fixtures, and surfaces (e.g., desks, tables, chairs).
6. Clean windows, doors, and glass surfaces as needed.
7. Disinfect high-touch areas (e.g., doorknobs, light switches, handrails).
8. Maintaining first 30 feet from entrances (e.g.: snow/ice removal, sweeping)
9. Report all power interruptions, plumbing issues, BMS (Building Management System)  issues and security concerns to the custodian supervisor in a timely manner
2. Supply Management:
1. Ensure all cleaning supplies are stored properly and securely.
2. Ensure custodial rooms are neat, clean, and organized appropriately. 
3. Monitoring and managing cleaning supplies, equipment, and materials ensuring stock levels are maintained.
4. Placing orders for supplies when necessary
5. Report any maintenance or repair needs (e.g., broken fixtures, damaged furniture) to the appropriate personnel.
3. Equipment Operation:
1. Use and maintain cleaning equipment (e.g., vacuums, floor buffers, mops etc.) properly and report any equipment malfunctions
2. Use of man lift; once received appropriate training and certification
3. Follow safety protocols when handling cleaning chemicals and materials
4. Special Projects:
1. Assist with events as needed (i.e: garbage, floor coverings, tables & chairs etc.)
2. Perform deep cleaning tasks during school breaks or downtime (i.e.: carpet cleaning, waxing floors, or washing walls etc).

• Safety Compliance:

1. Participate in all required health and safety training
2. Comply with the health and safety program and practices and report violations

• Administrative Duties: 

1. Check emails daily
2. Enter leave requests into Atrieve
3. Participate in staff meetings,  staff development and team building activities
4. Comply with Company Policies and Procedures

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma, CAEC (GED), or equivalent experience preferred
• Building service worker certificate, an asset
• A minimum of one (1) year of previous custodial work experience is preferred.
• First Aid certification is considered an asset

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to prioritize work assignments
• Ability to communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing
• Ability to perform minor repairs and equipment maintenance
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills 
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to deal with students and staff sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Strong working knowledge of e-mail.

Working Conditions

• Hazards associated with custodial work
• Regular work hours of Monday to Friday 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
• Variation to regular work schedules for special events, summer hours, school breaks and emergencies
• Must be physically fit to perform the functions of this position
• Safety equipment (PPE) will be required (e.g., steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses or goggles)
• Overtime as required and approved by supervisor
• Work both indoors and outdoors
• Exposure to biohazards
• Travel to various school sites required
• Assignments are usually routine and repetitive

Possible Job Types under Casual-Support:

• Administrative
• Instruction
• Operations, Maintenance, and Labourer
• Professional/Technical