Custodian - Packhouse - Evening/night Shift - Full - Delta, Canada - Village Farms Canada LP
3 weeks ago
Description
A company on a- _mission._
- Our mission is simple—to improve life's journey for the wellbeing of humankind, and the earth on which we live. This is no empty promise. It's the mantra that we live by every day. For in the end, we are what we do._
Village Farms prides itself as a supplier of high quality fresh produce to both the North American and International markets.
We take pride in providing the finest greenhouse produce available, a feat made possible because of our dedicated employees, our pledge to continue ongoing training in Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), and our commitment to discovering new and innovative greenhouse technologies.
This position is seasonal, full-time, working a minimum of 30 hours per week. Overtime and weekends may be required depending on the crop.
Position Purpose:
- Responsible for performing a wide variety of custodial duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment; and perform related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Average Percent
-
80
%
Clean and Sanitize all grading line equipment including but not inclusive as required in a daily, weekly and monthly basis such as: conveyors and frames, rollers, drains, grader cups, floors, chutes, work tables, scales, greenhouse and packhouse clippers, boxmaker and cords, overhead lights/fixtures/fans and high beams/frames/walls.
-
20
%
Launder linens daily at Delta I and Delta II sites.
Maintain cleaning equipment, materials and supplies in a safe and orderly manner in order to ensure the safety of staff and the public.
- ***:SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:
- In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.
- Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs.
OTHER DUTIES
- Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned. Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Village Farms International, Inc. from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
- Purchase janitorial supplies 23 times per year
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
_ Frequency Key:
Rare - up to 1 hour, Occasional - 1-3 hours, Frequent - 3-6 hours, Constant - 6-8 hours_
Physical Activity
Frequency
Physical Activity
Frequency
Sitting
Rare_
Near Vision
Constant_
Walking, climbing stairs
Occasional_
Far Vision
Constant_
Crouching/Bending/Stooping
Frequent_
Hearing
Constant_
Reaching
Rare_
Talking
Rare_
Grasping
Rare_
Smell
Rare_
Pushing/Pulling
Frequent_
Lifting/Carrying
Occasional_
Travel
Rare_
Example Schedule:
- 9pm to 5am PST, Monday Friday
Evening schedule fexibility available
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when performing work duties that may have the potential of risk to your health or safety. The Company will provide the required PPE. Employees will be trained in the proper use and care of any assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly to your Supervisor.
- Work will be performed in all types of hazardous environments, noisy as well as dusty environments, all of which require the use of PPE.
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to exercise professional judgment and decisionmaking.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others in a team environment (verbal).
- Must have a good command of the English language (oral/written).
- Must be able to work flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
EDUCATION
- Equivalent combination of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities
EXPERIENCE
- Previous custodial experience is preferred.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
- First Aid Level 1 is an asset.
BENEFITS
- MSP and Extended Health Benefis after 90 day probationary period