JOB SUMMARY
The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and organization of the Eden Valley Headstart Program facility. The position ensures that classrooms, washrooms, hallways, offices, common areas, and other facility spaces are maintained to provide a clean, welcoming, and healthy environment for children, families, and staff.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Custodian performs routine cleaning, sanitation, and facility maintenance duties throughout the Eden Valley Headstart Program. The position is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting facility spaces, maintaining washroom supplies, properly disposing of waste, caring for custodial equipment and cleaning supplies, and identifying safety or maintenance concerns. The Custodian follows established health and safety standards, emergency procedures, confidentiality requirements, and Headstart program policies and procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of classrooms, washrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas.
- Sanitize toys, play equipment, and children’s materials according to health and safety standards.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and disinfect floors and surfaces regularly.
- Empty garbage and recycling containers daily and ensure proper waste disposal.
- Clean and sanitize washrooms and ensure supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper are stocked.
- Dust and disinfect shelves, ledges, fixtures, and equipment.
- Ensure entrances, hallways, and exits remain clean and free of debris.
- Assist with facility setup and cleanup for meetings or events when required.
- Maintain and properly store custodial equipment and cleaning supplies.
- Report safety hazards, maintenance concerns, or damages to the Manager.
- Maintain clean and organized facility spaces at all times.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities as required.
- Follow emergency procedures, confidentiality requirements, and safety protocols.
- Follow Headstart program policies and procedures.
- Perform all other duties assigned by the Manager.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or ongoing upgrading.
- WHMIS certification is considered an asset.
- Experience with cleaning and sanitation procedures is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual, dependable, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to safely lift and move moderate loads.
- Fluency in the Stoney Language is considered an asset.
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS
- Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
- Reliable transportation may be required.
- Must maintain confidentiality and sign a confidentiality agreement.