Janitor Grounds/ Labourer Nor 22115 - Amherst, Canada - Metropolitan Regional Housing Authority

Metropolitan Regional Housing Authority

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Amherst, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Janitor Grounds/ Labourer

Northern District

Location:
Amherst

Type of Employment:
Full-Time, Term Up to 1 year

Union Status:
NSGEU Local 26

Competition # NOR 22115

Closing Date:
January 2, 2023

About Us

Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency (NSPHA) is the provincial government agency responsible for the administration and delivery of affordable housing solutions for low-income Nova Scotians.

We contribute to the prosperity of Nova Scotia by helping individuals and families find a home that's right for them, at a price they can afford, in a healthy and vibrant community that offers the services, support and opportunities they need.

We accomplish this by working closely with other levels of government as well as private and community partners.

About Our Opportunity

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Client Services and/or the Property Maintenance in Charge, the Janitor is responsible for providing ground care services adhering to the standards and practices established by NSPHA.

This includes maintenance of the grounds to provide safe and visually appealing property surroundings. Furthermore, the Janitor is responsible for providing a sense of security and assisting tenants.

Primary Accountabilities

Perform an inspection throughout the entire building to determine the cleanliness and security of the building.
Maintain the cleanliness of common areas such as elevators, laundry rooms, public washrooms, lounges, recreation areas, storage rooms, etc.
Clean vacant units when requested, including garbage and refuse removal and washing walls.
Prepare garbage and refuse for removal from properties and vacated premises, clean garbage rooms/chutes.
Complete work orders and material requisitions as required.
During the course of carrying out duties, provide client service by assessing tenant needs and/or complex deficiencies and report as required to the Supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

Grade 12 or high school equivalent plus two years' related experience.
Ability to understand and operate equipment involved in cleaning while using good body mechanics.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to perform tasks in a safe manner according to the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and NSPHA safety standards and policies.
Possess interpersonal skills to deal with coworkers, tenants, contractors and vendors, other departments, and the public in a positive, tactful, courteous and cooperative manner.

Assets

Possess current Emergency First Aid and WHMIS certifications

Competencies required at this level of work are Attention to detail, Communication and Teamwork.

Checks may include one or more of the following: criminal background checks, driver's abstract, and confirmation of education credentials.

Equivalency

Benefits

Based on the employment status, eligibility and union agreement, the NSPHA offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs and flexible working schedules.

Classification:
TE 02

Salary Range:
$14.37 to $15.87 Hourly

Work Week: 35 hours

Note:
This is not a Civil Service position.

To Apply

Please merge your cover letter and resume into one document when applying. In the cover letter or resume, please quote the competition number and name.

Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Salary:
$14.37-$15.87 per hour

Benefits: