Grounds/Janitorial - CB 26051
Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency - 8 emplois
Inverness County, NS
Détails de l'emploi :
Grounds/Janitorial
Cape Breton District
Location: Inverness County, Cape Breton Island
Type of Employment: Full Time, Permanent
Union Status: UFCW 864
Competition # CB 26051
Closing Date: September 08, 2026
The Opportunity
Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, Grounds/Janitorial is to provide ground care and housekeeping services as assigned while adhering to the standards and practices established by Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency.
- Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in the assigned area(s).
- Keep common areas clean and presentable, this includes but not limited to sweeping walkways, wiping, and vacuuming floors, cleaning common area washrooms and shared facilities.
- Perform winter snow and ice clearance duties such as but not limited to, salting, or shoveling of snow from steps, landings, emergency exits, ramps and walkways as assigned.
- Prepare soil, plants flowerbeds, trees, bushes etc., prunes trees and shrubs, grass cutting, hedge trimming, and other general landscaping duties as required.
- Complete work orders and material requisitions as required.
- Carry out routine cleaning, inspection and servicing of equipment and report defects to supervisor.
- Erect, renew and repair fencing, signage, clothes lines, and poles as required.
- Deliver materials, supplies and appliances to Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency properties.
- Report maintenance requirements and any unusual events to supervisor.
Must Have
- Grade 12 or high school equivalent plus two years' related experience.
- Ability to understand and operate equipment involved in cleaning and tools related to ground maintenance appropriately and safely.
- Ability to properly handle cleaning chemicals.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety.
- Ability to perform tasks in a safe manner according to the Department of Labour and Advanced Education and NSPHA safety standards and policies.
- Possess interpersonal skills to deal with co-workers, tenants, contractors and vendors, other departments, and the public in a positive, tactful, courteous, and cooperative manner.
- Ability to work independently with little supervision, as well as in a team environment.
- Work cooperatively with others and display a positive attitude to further the goals of the organization.
Nice to Have
- First Aid and WHMIS.
The Fine Print
An equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered.
This position requires a valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes. Travel within the Inverness County is required.
What We Offer
- Salary: $20.06 hourly (GROUNDS/JANITOR)
- Schedule: 40-hour work week
Full-time permanent employees also receive:
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and pension
- Paid vacation, holidays, sick time and additional leaves
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
Apply Today
We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process, please let us know. If you're part of an equity group, we encourage you to self-identify when applying.
Please submit your application through CareerBeacon.com. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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