Employment - Cleaner

Cleaner

Cape Breton Regional Municipality

Part-Time

Description

Position Title/Classification: Cleaner (Regular/Part-time)
Reporting to: Janitor
Department: Buildings
Location: Various
Bargaining Unit: CUPE Local 759 (Outside Workers)
Salary: $18.44/hour

JOB SCOPE: Reporting to the Janitor, is responsible and accountable for conducting and maintaining the sanitation of civic buildings.

MAIN FUNCTIONS:

  • Wear personal protective equipment and clothing as directed by your employer and the material safety data sheet (MSDS).
  • Know the potential hazards and safe handling practices for all cleaning and disinfecting products and equipment to be used.
  • Follow procedures and materials safety data sheets for cleaners and disinfectants used to ensure proper and safe application.
  • Cleans daily:
    • all entrances and lobbies
    • stairs and landings
    • elevators
    • washrooms
    • offices
    • Council Chambers
    • lounges
    • Janitors’ room
  • Completes weekly:
    • Mopping and sweeping of floors
    • vacuums upholstered furniture
    • removes stains from walls and doors
  • Periodically cleans interior of windows and cleans telephone and other service rooms.
  • Replenish bathrooms with supplies.
  • Carry and lift supplies to replenish areas as needed.
  • Removing garbage from offices or locations within the respective worksite/facility.
  • Other related duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (MUST INCLUDE COPIES OF THE ITEMS LISTED BELOW)

  • Grade 12 or GED Equivalent.
  • 1-year experience in a related field.
  • Must have own transportation between job sites within CBRM.
  • A Criminal Records Check is required as a condition of employment.
  • Medical assessments including but not limited to physical, vision, and hearing tests may be required. The assessments must show the capacity of performing tasks of the classification.
  • Inoculations including Hepatitis B will be required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

  • Ability to bend, twist, climb stairs, and lift to perform assigned duties.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with tenants and members of the municipality.
  • Good attendance and performance record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Emergency First Aid (Current)
  • WHMIS/GHS

How To Apply

Cape Breton Regional Municipality will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:  4:00 p.m., Thursday, October 24th, 2024

Applications quoting Reference #24.97-E should be directed to:

Human Resources Department, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, 320 Esplanade, Suite 303 Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 7B9

Fax: 902-563-5582     E-mail: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca

Applications/Resumes may also be submitted in the drop-off box:  Main Floor, City Hall during regular working hours (8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) 

Although we thank all applicants for their submissions, we will respond only to those we wish to interview.

CBRM is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and Inclusivity. We encourage applications from designated groups, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, indigenous peoples, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities.  CBRM encourages the need for respect, integrity, diversity, accountability, and the public good.

Email Address: jobapplications@cbrm.ns.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Sydney
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
NOC Code
Light duty cleaners (65310)
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
—
Pay Type
Hourly
Pay Period
Hourly
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$18.44/hour
Estimated Weekly Hours
—
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
English
Language Proficiency Level
Posted on
October 10th 2024
Expires
October 24th 2024