At the City of St. Catharines, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place that fits.

Here, your work means something — where you can see the impact, feel the pride, and know you’re a part of something bigger. You’ll be trusted to do your job, backed by people who care, and part of a team that shows up for each other. There’s flexibility when it counts, and a real understanding that life doesn’t stop when the workday starts. With pay you can count on, great benefits, and a pension that helps you plan ahead — you’ve got more than a job. You’ve got the space to grow, the balance you need, and a place that gets it.

It feels different — because it is. 

It’s a place that works for you.

About the Role:

To be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and security of the building and surrounding area to which they are assigned.

What You'll be Doing:

• Clean rugs, walls and floors, using cleaning materials and equipment. Such duties include, but are not limited to, washing, waxing and stripping floors.
• Clean facilities, sanitize and replenish stock.
• Ensure security of facility: unlocking, locking, operating alarm systems and liaise with alarm companies when necessary.
• Inspect facility and perform minor repair when required, report all issues to Foreman.
• Prepare meeting rooms for user groups. Such duties include but are not limited to, setting up chairs, tables and any required audio and/or visual equipment.
• Complete inspection reports as required (e.g. lighting, fire and sprinkler systems).
• Responsible for flag protocol at municipal sites.
• Meet and liaise with contract providers for maintenance, repair and inspection purposes.
• Collect and set out garbage and recycling for collection.
• Ensure equipment is safe to operate, securely stored and practice good housekeeping of vehicle and work area.
• Provide excellent customer service; respond to needs of all customers and staff as required,
• Efficiently and accurately complete paperwork (e.g. daily performance logs, time sheets and accident reports).
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.

What's Required:

• Grade 12 Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate.
• Valid - Standard First Aid/CPR C Certification as recognized through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).
• Valid, unrestricted Class "G" driver's licence held in good standing. "DZ" licence preferred.
• 1 - 3 years of experience as a custodian required. Experience stripping and waxing floors and other industrial cleaning experience preferred.
• Recent experience with snow removal equipment an asset.
• Formal training and experience with the Occupational Health and Safety Act in particular as it relates to maintenance and construction activities (e.g. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fall arrest, trench safety).
• A demonstrated commitment to enhancing a safety culture. Knowledge of St. Catharines safety policies preferred.
• Proven completion of Ministry of Labour Worker Health and Safety Awareness training. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Ontario Traffic Manual with emphasis on Book 7 preferred. Ability to safely set up traffic control in work zones during roadway or utility construction and maintenance operations.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job as described in the physical demands analysis (PDA).
• Availability to work flexible hours (e.g. working shifts for a 7 day. 24 hour operation, overtime, winter control).
• Effective time management skills and attention to detail with the ability to organize work to meet deadlines, multi-task and work independently in situations with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a strong sense of public service and cooperation, and well developed abilities to deal with the public and citizens' groups.
• Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office Suite an asset.

Job Details:

Jobs with an application deadline will close at 11:59 PM on that date. Jobs listed as ‘open until filled’ may close at any time.

Other Requirements:

Other Position Requirements include: Class G Driver’s Licence

Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

Additional Information: