Custodian - Relief - Toronto, Canada - The Neighbourhood Group

The Neighbourhood Group

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Relief Custodian - Housing

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining Agency Housing sites.

Duties include maintenance and repairs of interiors, supply acquisition, garbage removal and upkeep of exterior grounds and walkways as assigned.

Assist with maintenance of building equipment and machinery and respond to emergencies as necessary or required. This position reports to Housing Manager and is part of CUPE LOCAL 7797.

Note:
This is a relief position with varying hours and no guarantee of minimum weekly hours.
We are happy to work around part time employment schedules or other obligations, but do require applicants to have some availability during business hours M-F for interviews, training, and scheduled shifts.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Maintain the interior of the building(s) in an appropriate state of cleanliness, including but not limited to maintenance of interior common rooms, corridors, and elevators
Ensure that regular building maintenance is scheduled and/or performed, and logged
Complete assigned work orders on a timely basis
Maintain areas surrounding building by clearing snow, salting, and clearing litter. Be responsible for landscaping duties and additional maintenance as required
Weekend garbage collection at specified TNG sites
Communicate with and provide instructions to contractors hired to perform work as directed. Ensure work is carried out according to contractual agreements. Report progress to the Housing Managers
In conjunction with maintenance staff, conduct yearly and movein/moveout inspection of units for cleanliness; clean, paint, repair and perform unit maintenance as directed
Ensure secure buildings and a clean, safe and healthy work environment
Order supplies and equipment necessary for the upkeep of the buildings, as authorized by the Housing Managers
Communicate all building/tenant issues to the Senior Housing Managers and /or appropriate staff in a timely manner
Work with management/ J.H.S.C to identify and correct health and safety hazards in Agency buildings, and assist in resolving them as directed
Move supplies, assist with receiving shipments when required
Be available to cover and or assist maintenance and custodial staff at all buildings

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum 2 years related training and experience with internal/external building maintenance
Knowledge of Health and Safety standards, building codes and fire systems and regulations, etc.
Knowledge of appropriate cleaning materials and techniques, and the skills to use them
The technical skill to recognize and resolve maintenance problems such as minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs.
Knowledge of building lock systems and the ability to change/make repairs on them
Excellent interpersonal skills and a calm and tactful manner.
The ability to work with mínimal supervision and to work effectively as a team member
The physical strength, stamina and ability to undertake frequent light to moderate lifting, occasional heavy lifting, and frequent walking, bending, stretching and pulling.
Preparedness to experience occasional exposure to unsanitary conditions and contagious disease, as well as irate and abusive persons.
Preparedness to experience frequent exposure to animals, especially dogs and cats, as well as their excrement and dander.
A valid driver's license would be preferred

For a complete job description, please contact Human Resources
Terms Relief bargaining unit positions

Hours of work:
Varies. May include assignments on weekends and/or statutory holidays.

Salary:
$19.02 per hour

Schedule: