Facilities Custodian - Part Time
Posted: 4 days ago
Job Description
Facilities Custodian - Part Time (2)Town of Tillsonburg is looking for an enthusiastic Facilities Custodian who, based primarily at the Tillsonburg Community Centre, will be responsible for day-to-day facilities and grounds activities at Town facilities as assigned, including daily and seasonal housekeeping tasks, aiding in room set ups and tear downs, outside litter pick up, horticulture and other duties. Works in facility during special events providing operational services and direct assistance to the public as required.This is a permanent part-time position with an option to enroll in OMERS defined pension plan.Department: Recreation, Culture & ParksDivision: Parks and FacilitiesReports to: Facilities SuprevisorHourly Rate: $25.76 - $30.13/hourWeekly hours: up to 20 *no guaranteeOpenings: 2Criminal Record Check is required for this position.Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by the end of the day Sunday, November 9, 2025ResponsibilitiesPerform daily and weekly facility, operational and housekeeping tasks including, cleaning equipment repairs, sweeping, mopping, burnishing, disinfecting, dusting, spot cleaning as required inside and outside specified Town facilitiesSet up and tear downs of activity areas for eventsLitter pick up as requiredAssist in the training of new Custodial staff as requiredLiaise with the public and user groups to accommodate rentals and provide assistance as well as monitor functions to ensure workplace and provincial regulations are being followedAssist with summer shutdown work in facility as per the work plansMaintain log book to keep track of work completed and proper records keptAdheres to emergency and operating procedures and safety regulations by handling and storing chemicals safely, following an evacuation plan in the case of an emergency and performing first aid to the level of competency attainedCarries out all duties and responsibilities using due diligence and complying with Ontario Health and Safety Act and regulationsFollowing other procedures and directives as requiredRecommend cost effective solutions to operational issuesMake recommendations to the Facilities Supervisor on procedural issuesAdheres to all policies and procedures for the TownEnsures operating procedures and workplace safety regulations are followedPosition will require 40 hours per week, working to meet the needs of indoor and outdoor customersAbility to work in adverse climates and operate noisy equipment as requiredOccasionally required to perform work aloneWorking conditions are subject to change based on client’s needs, new techniques and changing technologyAssist with horticultural work including planting, weeding, maintaining and watering of flowerbedsProvide facility maintenance, cleaning and housekeeping services at other Town buildings as assigned by the Facilities Supervisor and/or Manager of Parks & Facilities (i.e. – Cemetery Office & Museum)Perform other duties as assignedQualificationsMinimum grade 12 or equivalentStandard First AidBasic computer skills including Microsoft OfficeORFA Recreation Facility Cleaning, Disinfection and Sanitization Principles (or willing to obtain on hire)Ability to solve problems and work as a team to develop solutionsKnowledge of relevant legislation (Occupational Health and Safety Act)Valid class “G” license and clean drivers abstractGood communication skillsPrevious similar experience with facility housekeeping in an institutional settingAbility to lift heavy objects up to 50 poundsAbout The Recruitment ProcessAll new Town of Tillsonburg employees are required to complete a police record check.The Town will accommodate any individual needs you have throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please contact us if you require any accommodations.The Town of Tillsonburg is an equal opportunity employer and all information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.We thank all those who apply for positions, but only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.Powered by JazzHRxRoW5XcaA1
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