Child Care Centre Custodian - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

Verified Company

Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Division:

Children's Services

Important Notices & Amendments:

As an employer of choice, Niagara Region offers competitive salaries and benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, a corporate wellness centre, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), mentorship and training programs, employee recognition programs, and more.

In addition, the Region recognizes the value of having flexible work arrangements to support better work-life balance for our employees.

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintain the building and grounds surrounding the assigned Child Care locations through housekeeping, landscaping, and snow and ice removal. Responsible for the cleaning duties to ensure the child care centre remains clean and sanitized.

This includes the general maintenance of the building which consists of performing minor and routine painting, repairs and other minor related maintenance activities on the interior and exterior of the building.

Perform maintenance and repair of equipment and children's toys.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 13 months experience in cleaning and light maintenance repairs in an institutional environment.

SKILLS:

Must possess working knowledge of cleaning equipment and tools.
Must be able to work without direct supervision.
Excellent communication and customer service skills

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

In accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014, Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate every 5 years and an Annual Declaration for each year subsequently.
Immunizations recommended by the Local Medical Officer of Health.
The following training courses, licenses and certifications are preferred and/or must be completed prior to employment
WHMIS Training
AODA Training
H &S Training
Confidentiality Training
Reading and signing off of Children's Services Policies and Individualized Support Plans as required by the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014.

Closing Statement:

Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow's challenges TODAY