Custodian
Why Onward Homes exists
We're all about housing affordability and a sense of belonging. Creating affordable homes and inspiring people to thrive. Constructing new buildings, renovating older ones, and operating all of them expertly for residents – most of whom our social-service partners introduce to us and support.
Onward is a leading affordable-housing not-for-profit in Calgary – one of the largest and fastest growing in the city – with a five-decade history of property development and management, and active collaboration with over 50 referring social-service agencies.
More than 2,000 people, mainly with low incomes, live in Onward's 34 buildings, which are located throughout the city. We welcome individuals, families, seniors, Indigenous persons, newcomers to Canada, and others, many of whom receive individualized support from agencies for needs, such as for mental health, addictions and mobility challenges.
To do this well in Calgary today takes an exceptional team of employees who value positive results, show leadership and believe in the non-judgmental inclusion of others. These are employees who bring daily commitment, value collaboration and are bold in the moments when boldness can help.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to consider joining us.
What we need from this role
The custodian is responsible for the overall cleanliness of our properties, including all common areas. The Custodian may also assist with grounds keeping duties, including snow and ice removal and landscaping and lawn care.
Some of the key responsibilities for this role include:
Common Areas
- Clean, sanitize, sweep, dust, mop, wash, vacuum, polish all common area floors, stairwells, and surfaces.
- Clean windows, mirrors, woodwork, furniture, equipment and other surfaces.
- Clean public washrooms.
- Empty trash bins in common areas, including interior, exterior and parkade.
- Organize and maintain janitorial supplies.
- Other duties as may be required.
Units
- Assist Team Leads to clean vacant units to ready for occupancy.
- Clean stove, fridges, cupboards and countertops.
- Clean walls, ceilings and closets.
- Wash and vacuum floors and carpets.
- Assist with removal of furniture, trash and other belongings.
Exterior
- Assist Team Leads with mowing and weeding, snow and ice removal and spring and fall cleanup as required.
What you bring
To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following:
- A clear criminal background check/vulnerable sector check
- A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle
- A high school diploma or the equivalent
- Solid MS Office suite skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, as well as great attention to detail
- Display respect for diverse cultures.
- Detail-oriented with strong attention to effective task completion.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must be organized and have a high level of accuracy.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
You will have an advantage over other candidates if you also have:
- Direct experience working with vulnerable populations.
- Experience working with a not-for-profit (bonus points if it was a housing organization)
- Yardi software skills
Working environment, conditions and physical demands
Physical Demands
- There is moderate to strenuous physical activity involved in daily activities. May be required to lift items weighing up to 20 kilograms or be on their feet for long periods of time.
Work Environment
- The duties of the position may be stressful at times, as this position may need to deal with sensitive situations, competing priorities and tight timelines.
- Hours of work are 37.5 hours per week but may vary based on circumstances on an as-needed basis.
- Some after regular business hours and weekend work are required.
What we offer you
We know highly capable and inspired people are the driving force behind our success for residents, which is why we provide the following:
- A dynamic, collaborative work environment with ongoing opportunities to make positive differences in the lives of others
- A competitive salary
- The potential for a subjectively determined annual performance bonus
- Competitive benefits
- Three weeks of vacation per year to start
- An RRSP with a 5% Onward contribution rate and an additional 2% employee contribution
- Five flex days per year
Our commitment
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion across all aspects of our organization, including when attracting, considering and hiring new talent. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants no matter their religion, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. We encourage people of all visible minorities and Indigenous persons to apply.
We appreciate your interest!
Thank you for your interest in Onward and promise that if you apply, we will review your materials carefully.
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