Custodial Cleaner

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Custodial Cleaner is responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and sanitization of the buildings, facilities and properties that are owned, operated and/or managed by New Dawn Enterprises. The Cleaner works as part of a team to ensure that sites are cleaned, well maintained, and properly sanitized. They ensure that all work is completed in a caring and respectful manner in keeping with all relevant New Dawn Enterprises and legislative policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

Custodial Cleaning

• Complete all tasks and duties required at each site according to the schedule as documented in the Custodial Cleaning Care Plan for buildings, facilities and/or property
• Restock equipment, products and supplies as required
• Follow all required policies and procedures to maintain high cleaning and service standards
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of cleaning work completed, as well as equipment, products and supplies and other maintenance issues

Custodial cleaning includes:

• Cleaning in common areas, kitchens, dining or lunch rooms, hallways, stairways, bathrooms, offices, boardrooms and other shared spaces
• Tidying and upkeep of outdoor spaces (i.e. garbage and debris pickup, etc.)
• Sweeping, mopping, and polishing floors
• Washing windows, interior walls, and ceilings
• Cleaning cupboards, cabinets and surfaces
• Sanitizing and disinfecting high-traffic areas such as sinks, handrails and doorknobs
• Collecting and gathering garbage and recyclables
• Ensuring that garbage and recyclables are placed in the correct receptacles

Supply Stewardship

• Advise Supervisor of need to order cleaning equipment, products and supplies as required
• Inform Supervisor of damage to any equipment, products and supplies including need for repairs or replacement
• Complete documentation such as policies, inspections, checklists, etc.

Health & Safety

• Adhere to occupational health and safety standards and regulations including the proper use equipment, products and supplies
• Demonstrate basic safety practices including proper use of equipment, products and supplies maintaining safe storage, use of caution signage, to prevent accidents and/or injuries in the workplace
• Inform Supervisor of any safety concerns and/or unsafe work situations and follow preventative or remedial actions recommended to address concerns
• Adhere to use of all required Personal Protective Equipment, especially when working with chemicals and substances
• Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety standards, including WHMIS

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in internal team meetings as required
• Look for potential improvements and help implement solutions
• Maintain quality, safety and the confidentiality of employees, clients, and volunteers
• Maintain professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and sensitivity so as to portray New Dawn in a positive manner, consistent with its values and vision
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, engaging in professional networks, and participating in professional organizations
• Respond to the needs of others with effective communication, mutual respect, and consistent follow through to build trust and workplace relationships
• Promote the mission and values of New Dawn both internally and externally
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Custodial Cleaning

Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year experience commercial cleaning
• Valid and up-to-date First Aid & CPR certification
• Valid and up-to-date WHMIS certification
• Successful completion of Bloodborne Pathogens training
• Successful completion of Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries training
• Clear criminal records check including vulnerable sector search
• Compassion and empathy
• Experience working with and advocating for vulnerable populations
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with guidance from others
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with others; to work together towards a shared goal
• Highly organized and ability to work well under pressure
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability
• Understands servant leadership and community-focus as central to the work

Work Conditions

• The job often requires physical stamina to endure extended periods of standing and walking, performing continuous physical tasks for the majority of the shift including walking between different areas of buildings and properties
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds (50 lbs)
• Bending, kneeling, and squatting to clean low surfaces such as floors, baseboards, vents, to clean debris, etc.
• Ability to climb ladders or step stools to reach high areas such as shelves, windows, light fixtures, or ceiling fans
• Repetitive motions such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or operating cleaning equipment
• Manual dexterity to handle and operate equipment properly
• May require the ability to work in confined or tight spaces (i.e. utility rooms, or crawl spaces)
• Physical ability to handle cleaning chemicals properly and safely including transport, use and disposal of chemicals
• Comfort working in various physical environments, including exposure to dust, noise, cleaning chemicals, and temperature changes (hot or cold environments depending on location and season)
• Travel between sites is required
• Overtime may be required; working evenings/weekends as needed
• Interacts with employees, management, and the public at large