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Join Our Team as a Custodian!

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community? Acadia First Nation is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Custodian to join our team in Hammonds Plains, NS. This is a permanent position that offers a chance to make a difference in a health care institution, facility, or clinic setting.

About the Role

As a Custodian, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our community. Your responsibilities will include a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks, ensuring that our facilities are in top condition. This position requires a commitment of 20 hours per week, with the flexibility to work independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wax hallways, floors, and stairs.
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris, and other refuse.
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers.
• Wash windows, interior walls, and ceilings.
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing, and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair.
• Water and tend to plants, lawns, and/or gardens.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and fixtures.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas.

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 1 to 2 years of cleaning experience.
• Language: English.
• Work Setting: Health care institution, facility, or clinic.

Skills and Personal Suitability

• Dependability and excellent oral communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing tasks and priorities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to handle repetitive tasks and physically demanding work.
• Bending, crouching, and kneeling are required.
• Weight handling of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Equipment Used

• Industrial vacuum cleaners and power sweepers.
• Power tools.

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check and Child Abuse Registry check are required.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary ranging from $21.00 to $31.00 hourly (to be negotiated), along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Paramedical services coverage.
• Vision care benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Free parking available.

Support for Indigenous People

Acadia First Nation actively participates in government and community programs that support Indigenous people, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity and contribute to our community, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team at Acadia First Nation!

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.