Job Description

Career Opportunity

Lead Custodian- Band Offices

(1 year term)

Closing:

March 7, 2025

Anticipated Start Date:

Immediate

Salary Range:

$31,500.00 to $33,500.00 annually

General Description:

Under the direction of the Director of Administration, the Custodian will be responsible for the daily upkeep of the Sipekne'katik Administration Building. This position will, at times, be required to provide custodial services to other Administration buildings.

Responsibilities:

oSweep, mop, and vacuum, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs

Clean and disinfect washrooms and fixtures, re-stock materials in washrooms
oEmpty trash receptacles

Disinfecting surfaces, including desktops and shelves Clean and maintain Council Chambers, meeting spaces and training rooms Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings Create and maintain cleaning schedules and records Train and supervise staff
oMaintain a stocked inventory of cleaning products and repair tools

Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
oPerform minor maintenance tasks on fixtures, furniture, and equipment

oOversee the maintenance of cleaning equipment

oCollaborate with other repair people and cleaning services

Qualifications and Experience/Skills:

oHigh school diploma or equivalent

o1-year supervisory experience preferred

oKnowledge of different cleaning supplies and tools and awareness of safety procedures

oAbility to perform a wide variety of basic repairs

oAbility to work under pressure

oWillingness to adapt to changing maintenance and cleaning needs

oPhysical ability to lift at least 50 pounds and to remain standing for most of your shift

oAbility to prioritize, organize and self-manage

oExcellent verbal and written communication skills

oFamiliar with Email and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

oExperience working in a First Nations Community is preferred

oMust have a valid driver's license & reliable vehicle with automobile insurance

oA criminal records check is required

Benefits:

This position comes with a variety of benefits including Sick, Personal and Vacation Leave, Health, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance, an Employee & Family Assistance Program and employer matched Pension Plan.

Please apply with a resume, cover letter and criminal records check to: Human Resources Department

Email employmentapplication@sipeknekatik.ca Mail/drop off: 522 Church Street, Indian Brook, NS B0N 2H0

We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission. The Band will not assume any expenses related to any job application process, included but not limited to travel, relocation, and application development. Please note certain positions come with mandatory employee benefits. Only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,500.00-$33,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have experience work in a First Nations Community? Do you self-identify as First Nations? If so, what community are you from? Do you have a reliable source of transportation as there is no bus route here.
Education:

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:

Supervising: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-07
Expected start date: 2025-03-17