Community Building Cleaner(s) / Janitorial Worker(s)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Daily Cleaning and Janitorial Services
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of assigned community buildings and facilities.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, and maintain floors, entrances, hallways, stairways, and common areas.
- Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces, washrooms, offices, meeting rooms, kitchens, and shared spaces.
- Replenish washroom and designated kitchen supplies; empty garbage, compost, and recycling containers.
- Complete assigned duties according to established schedules and service standards.
Community Facilities and Shared Spaces
- Maintain auditoriums, multipurpose rooms, Elders’ spaces, meeting rooms, and other assigned facilities.
- Prepare and restore rooms for meetings, workshops, events, and community activities when directed.
- Keep entrances, exits, hallways, and shared areas free from clutter and avoidable hazards.
- Report damage, excessive wear, sanitation concerns, and maintenance requirements.
Deep Cleaning and Building Care
- Perform scheduled deep cleaning of floors, walls, baseboards, windows, fixtures, storage areas, and other assigned surfaces.
- Assist with carpet cleaning, floor care, seasonal cleaning, and post-maintenance cleaning when trained and directed.
- Observe facility conditions and report leaks, blocked drains, lighting concerns, pests, mould, water damage, unusual odours, and other deficiencies.
- Assist with minor nontechnical facility tasks within training and assigned responsibilities; specialized repairs are excluded unless separately qualified and authorized.
Health, Safety, Supplies and Accountability
- Follow occupational health and safety, WHMIS, infection prevention, security, and confidentiality procedures.
- Use, label, store, and dispose of cleaning products safely; never mix chemicals or use products contrary to instructions.
- Use required personal protective equipment and warning signs, and promptly report hazards, incidents, injuries, and near misses.
- Monitor supplies, maintain secure storage, care for equipment, and report shortages or unsafe equipment.
- Complete cleaning checklists and activity records and maintain accountability for keys, access cards, equipment, and supplies.
- Interact respectfully with community members, Elders, staff, and visitors, and coordinate work to minimize service disruptions.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Reliability and accountability: Demonstrates punctuality, dependability, consistent attendance, and responsibility for cleaning standards.
- Attention to detail: Identifies areas requiring cleaning and maintains consistent sanitation standards.
- Time management and organization: Manages priorities, schedules, checklists, and supplies efficiently.
- Health and safety awareness: Uses products and equipment safely and identifies and reports hazards.
- Communication and teamwork: Communicates respectfully, works cooperatively, and responds constructively to direction.
- Cultural awareness and respect: Respects SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation’s community, traditions, cultural values, Elders, families, and children.
- Initiative and problem-solving: Recognizes priorities, acts within assigned responsibilities, and reports concerns promptly.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education and Training
- Completion of secondary school is preferred but not mandatory; an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.
- WHMIS training is preferred or must be completed following hiring.
- Occupational health and safety, infection prevention, or janitorial training is an asset.
Experience and Additional Requirements
- Previous janitorial, commercial cleaning, custodial, or building maintenance experience is an asset; entry-level applicants who are reliable and willing to learn are encouraged to apply.
- Experience cleaning offices, community buildings, public facilities, or shared spaces is preferred.
- Experience working in a First Nation community or Indigenous organization is an asset.
- Ability to work independently, follow written and verbal instructions, safely operate standard cleaning equipment, maintain confidentiality, and complete required training.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends, travel between assigned buildings, and meet the physical requirements of the position with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
- Successful completion of employment screening appropriate to assigned work locations and duties, in accordance with Nation policies and applicable law.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
- Work is performed in community buildings, offices, washrooms, kitchens, meeting rooms, and shared facilities.
- Duties may involve prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, repetitive movement, and lifting or moving supplies, equipment, garbage containers, and light furniture.
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, waste, and common janitorial hazards may occur; required protective equipment must be used.
- Work may occur during or outside regular business hours and may be performed independently in buildings with limited occupancy.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of routine janitorial, sanitation, infection prevention, WHMIS, and occupational health and safety practices.
- Ability to safely and effectively use standard cleaning tools and equipment following training.
- Ability to identify cleaning priorities, hazards, shortages, equipment issues, and building maintenance concerns.
- Ability to organize work, follow schedules, complete records accurately, and provide dependable service with professionalism and sound judgment.
- Ability to contribute to culturally respectful, welcoming, safe, and accessible community environments.
GENERAL EMPLOYMENT EXPECTATIONS
- Uphold SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation’s policies, values, and standards of professional conduct.
- Respect community members, Elders, colleagues, visitors, personal belongings, private workspaces, and confidential information.
- Use Nation-owned equipment and supplies responsibly and report concerns through established supervisory channels.
- Participate in required training and professional development and perform other related duties consistent with the position.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé outlining their qualifications and interest in the position. Email all applications attention to David Marks, Director of Public Works & Capital Projects via email to hrapplications@stautw.ca
Tsawout First Nation is committed to building a workforce that reflects the community it serves. In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified Indigenous applicants, including Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit candidates.
All applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their application if they choose. Hiring decisions will be made based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs, while supporting SȾÁUTW̱ First Nation’s commitment to Indigenous employment and self-determination.
OTHER FACTORS
Culture/Language
Respect for and working knowledge of the W̱SÁNEĆ culture and SENĆOŦEN language is required.
Personal Attributes
Maintains strict confidentiality in performing duties and demonstrates Respect, Empathy, Strength, Pride, and Equality.
Our benefits package includes:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
