Daycare - Janitor / Custodian
- BC, Canada
- qathet, BC, V8A 0C4, Canada
Part-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Part-time
- Working hours
- 30 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The Tla’amin Nation is a modern, forward thinking, self-governing nation located on the beautiful upper Sunshine Coast (qathet Region).
Position Summary
Job Status: Permanent, Part Time
Job Title: Daycare Janitor / Custodian
Hours of Work: 30 hours per week (hours will vary based on operational needs)
Worksite: Children’s House
Posting Date: October 26, 2026
Closing Date: November 2, 2026, by 4:30 pm
Salary: 24.58 per hour
Reports to: Manager of Early Childhood Education
Reference Number: 2026-10-26-JAN-PPT
Internal Posting
The successful applicant will be required to work in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement as well as the applicable policies and procedures of Tla’amin Nation. This position is open to applicants of all genders.
Key Responsibilities
Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Tla’amin policies, standards, practices and procedures as directed by the Manager of Early Childhood Education. Maintains confidentiality as required pertaining to members, clients, employees and general matters of the Nation.
- Maintains daily cleanliness of the facility
- Ensures interior of building is clean and disinfected
- Maintain cleanliness in the staff and public washrooms daily
- Empties trash cans and completes daily recycling/compost
- Cleans personal office spaces by request
- Sweeps and mops stairways as needed
- Checks and spot-cleans windows and hallways daily
- Maintains records of daily/monthly tasks completed: work log and supply/equipment orders
- Report to manager anything out of the ordinary
- Performs other related duties as required
Qualifications
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent education
- WHIMIS (Workplace Hazardous Material Information System)
- Maintain a basic First Aid & CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
- Current Food Safe certificate or willingness to obtain
- Successful Police Information Check
- Class 5 BC Driver’s License and a Successful Driver’s Abstract
- Current TB test
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Well-developed oral communication and reading skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Ability to interact respectfully with children, staff, and families
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Knowledge of relevant equipment.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in Children’s House and CDRC as required. Hours of work will vary based on operational needs. This is a physical, laborious position. Employees will be moving, bending, lifting, and standing majority of the workday. Work hours will be flexible depending on the frequency of use of the buildings and may require weekend work.
How to Apply
Please reply by sending your resume accompanied with a cover letter, by, November 2, 2026, no later than 4:30 pm to:
https://tlaaminfirst.bamboohr.com/careers/361
OR
Mail or drop off in person to:
Attention: Human Resources Department 4895 Salish Drive, Powell River, BC V8A 0B6
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The custodian is responsible for maintaining the daily cleanliness and disinfection of the daycare facility, including washrooms, hallways, and office spaces. They must also manage waste disposal, recycling, and maintain accurate records of tasks and supply orders.
Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum of a Grade 12 education and possess a valid Class 5 driver's license. Candidates are required to hold or be willing to obtain WHMIS, First Aid, CPR, and Food Safe certifications.
Skills
- Cleaning
- Sanitization
- Waste management
- Time management
- Organization
- Oral communication
- First aid
- CPR
- Food safety
- Record keeping
- Inventory management
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Education
- Social Services
- Administrative
Keywords
- Janitor
- Custodian
- Daycare
- Cleaning
- Sanitization
- WHMIS
- First Aid
- CPR
- Food Safe
- Facility maintenance
- Waste management
- Recycling
- Inventory control
- Physical labor
- Early Childhood Education