Janitor Health Centre

Position:
Janitor Health Centre

Classification/Level: Janitor Salary Grid

Employment Status:
Full-Time

The Janitor will report to and work under the supervision of the Health Services Department Manager

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, and welcoming environment within the M'Chigeeng Health Centre and associated Health Services facilities. Given the healthcare setting, this position plays a critical role in infection prevention and control by ensuring that clinical areas, offices, treatment rooms, public spaces, washrooms, and common areas are cleaned, disinfected, and maintained to a high standard.

The Janitor will support the health and safety of clients, visitors, and staff through routine cleaning, waste management, supply monitoring, and reporting of maintenance concerns.

• Maintain the overall cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of the Health Centre and other assigned Health Services facilities.
• Follow all workplace safety policies, infection prevention and control protocols, and cleaning procedures.
• Perform daily cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces, treatment rooms, offices, meeting spaces, waiting areas, washrooms, kitchens, and common areas.
• Conduct deep cleaning and sanitization of clinical areas, furniture, equipment surfaces, and washrooms in accordance with health and safety standards.
• Collect, remove, and properly dispose of garbage, recycling, and other waste materials on a daily basis.
• Replenish and monitor hygiene and sanitation supplies, including soap, hand sanitizer, paper towel, toilet paper, and cleaning products.
• Clean and maintain kitchen and staff break areas, including coffee makers, sinks, counters, refrigerators, cupboards, dishes, utensils, and pantry spaces.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, and maintain all flooring surfaces.
• Clean interior glass, windows, doors, and partitions as required.
• Support infection control efforts during periods of increased illness activity, outbreaks, or public health concerns.
• Monitor cleaning supply inventory and notify the Supervisor when replenishment is required to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, security, or facility concerns in a timely manner.
• Assist with room set-up and clean-up for meetings, training sessions, community programs, health clinics, and special events.
• Perform basic exterior maintenance, including clearing entrances, walkways, ramps, and stairs of snow, ice, and debris to ensure safe access to the facility.
• Complete required timesheets, cleaning logs, inspection checklists, and other documentation as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while working in areas where client and health information may be present.
• Travel to Health Services program locations and facilities within M'Chigeeng as required.
• Perform other janitorial, cleaning, and facility maintenance duties as assigned by the Building and Grounds Supervisor.

• Knowledge of proper cleaning, sanitizing, and infection prevention practices, particularly within healthcare settings.
• Ability to safely use cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a busy environment.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills and ability to report concerns promptly and professionally.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, and repetitive movements.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and biohazardous materials while following appropriate safety protocols.
• Work may be performed during evenings, weekends, or outside regular business hours as required.
• Travel between Health Services facilities and community locations within M'Chigeeng may be required.

• Valid G License
• Good relationships with and knowledge of the community
• Valid WHMIS certification

Previous janitorial experience

• Ability to work independently and follow a work plan
• Ability to work nights shifts
• Effective communication skills

M’Chigeeng First Nation and its agents are in a position of trust in services to band member children and/or vulnerable adults, so a safe and secure working environment is mandatory. The VSS must be current (30 days) and must be an original.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application. Employer-sponsored work permits, visa sponsorship, and international relocation assistance are not available for this position.