Casual Janitor - Vancouver, Canada - First United

First United

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

First United is a social service agency working in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver supporting vulnerable community members struggling with issues such as poverty, addiction and mental health.

If it is your desire to make a difference for people, this is the purpose filled work for you. We look forward to speaking with you about this opportunity.

POSITION TITLE:
Janitor

DEPARTMENT:
Shelter

REPORTS TO:
Shelter Manager

DATE:
November 2023

OUR VISION
A neighborhood where every person's worth is celebrated and all people thrive.

OUR MISSION
We seek a just society, nurturing spirits through ministry, housing, advocacy and community services.

Each job within the First United Church Community Ministry Society should in some way promote our accomplishment of this vision and mission.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

This position's objective is to keep the all church areas clean and tidy including the offices, washrooms of the Church, outside stairs, driveway and sidewalk.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming
Gather and empty trash
Service, clean and supply restrooms
Clean windows inside and outside (where accessible), glass, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges and squeegees
Dust furniture, walls, ceilings and equipment.
Fix toilets that are running or plugged
Clean ventilation system intake and output grills
Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications and WHMIS requirements
Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors
Clean and restore building interiors damaged by vandalism including painting as required
Monitor building security and safety by locking doors, garbage bins, etc as required and alerting Shelter staff when assistance is needed
Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies either manually or by using vehicles
Notify management concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems
Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways and outside the loading dock using snow shovels and spread snow melting chemicals
Complete requisitions for supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties and submit to the Operations Manager
Perform preventative maintenance inside and outside the building upon request of the Operations Manager
Set up, arrange and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare rooms for events such as meeting, dinners, etc.
Maintain overall building appearance including watering plants, changing light bulbs, ensuring signage is free from graffiti, etc.
Ensure cleanliness of bunk beds by cleaning with disinfectant and spraying insecticides for bed bugs using proper WHMIS practices.
Maintain bunk beds to ensure the safety of employees and Shelter Residents by ensuring safety railing and screws are fastened correctly
Ensure laundry is completed daily.
Other duties, as required.

Latitude
The incumbent works fairly independently. If clarification is required, it is expected that the incumbent will request further direction from the Operations Manager.

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS

Regular communication is maintained with all levels of staff and management.
Communication is also maintained with management and coworkers as work is assigned and completed, and information exchanged on an ongoing basis.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to maintain a calm, welcoming, empathetic and professional demeanor with vulnerable and/or marginalized individuals.
Ability to avoid engaging in incidents with staff, Community Members and volunteers.
Good physical condition with ability to lift up to 25 kilograms.
Ability to read and understand chemical labels.
Ability to work different shifts and to maintain a good attendance and on time record.
A driver's license that is valid for the past ten (10) years is a plus.
Good command of written and verbal English

EDUCATION