Custodian - Recreation Facilities (Up to 3) Regular - Kingston, Canada - City of Kingston

City of Kingston

Verified Company

Kingston, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Opening Statement
We acknowledge that the City of Kingston is situated on traditional Anishinabek (Ah
- nish-in-ah-bay), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen-dat) territory and is the home of many Indigenous peoples. We are grateful to reside and work on this land.

Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

Kingstonians enjoy a high quality of life with access to world-class education and research institutions, advanced healthcare facilities, affordable living and vibrant entertainment and tourism activities.

Position Summary
Perform general cleaning duties at City Recreation Facilities.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the general cleanliness of municipal recreation facilities in order to ensure they are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner following best practices and appropriate schedules.

Open various facilities, disengage alarm systems and lock up and reinstate security systems.

Greet and liaise with customers using the facilities in a friendly manner.

Responsible for the beautification of entry ways, walkways and parapets surrounding the perimeter of the facilities.

Clean, disinfect and sanitize all touch surfaces.

Clean washrooms, offices, dressing rooms, meeting rooms, gymnasiums, floors and stairs using mops, vacuums and other industry cleaning tools.

Clean kitchen sinks and counters daily and as required, fridges.

Complete dusting of all furniture, fixtures and other areas (high and low).

Clean interior and exterior glass surfaces including doorways, mirrors, interior separation windows etc., using the appropriate tools.

Ensure appropriate waste management schedules are completed including moving garbage and recycling to and from the curb.

Handle various materials, assist operations personnel with the movement of office equipment, furniture, and other items.

Set up and tear down of room set ups.

Shovel snow, spread ice melt, sweep and remove debris.

Complete audit reports to document activity and to formally report any deficiency findings.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Competencies
Three (3) months experience working as a custodian, cleaning buildings/facilities.

Knowledge and experience of standard cleaning methods.

Valid "G" Driver License and access to a vehicle is considered an asset.

WHMIS Certification required.

Skills, Abilities, Work Demands
Knowledge and skills attained through related experience and completion of a Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems course.

Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions as well as reporting using the same form of medium.

Ability to deal with other staff and members of the public in a way that promotes team work, respect and customer service.

Ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis.

Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Able to perform the essential duties of the job, such as frequent bending, walking, manipulation and lifting of products and equipment.

Shift work will be required; a dynamic attitude toward working at various sites is a must.

Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check.

Closing Statement
Your resumé must demonstrate how you meet position requirements. Please upload to your profile any educational Degrees, Diplomas and/or Certificates that are relevant and required for the position. We thank all who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.