Custodian - Part-Time (Competition #RPT26-01)

Cochrane Public Library (CPL) is looking for an enthusiastic, responsible, and detail-oriented individual who would like to join our amazing team, helping to keep our facility clean, safe, and welcoming for all patrons!

Our ideal candidate is an all-around caretaking champion with the skills needed to clean and maintain both the interior and exterior of the Library, replenish supplies, and perform other related duties. The ability to follow policies, cleaning schedules, and procedures is essential.

A friendly demeanor and positive attitude are a must in this role, as you represent CPL to our community and contribute to a fun, collaborative, and respectful workplace. We work as a team and practice our shared workplace values in all interactions with the public and with each other.

On the job training on specific processes will be provided, but it is imperative that you can demonstrate some recent, related cleaning or caretaking experience.

Experience in a public facility would be considered a strong asset.

If you would like to work with us, think you are a good fit for this position, and would be interested in potential future opportunities for advancement - we would love to hear from you!

What we offer:

• Compensation: $22.15 to $23.51 per hour
• Employee Health Spending Account
• Paid vacation and sick time

Education and Experience Required:

• Completion of general high school diploma or GED
  • Equivalent education and/or experience may also be considered
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning techniques and processes.
  • Current WHMIS certification is an asset
• Minimum 3 years of directly related cleaning or caretaking experience.
  • Experience in a public facility is an asset
• Basic level of technological literacy skills

Other Requirements:

• Fluency in both verbal and written English
• Satisfactory Police Information Check

Physical Demands:

• This position requires the ability to:
  • Stand for extended periods of time
  • Squat, kneel, bend, raise arms above shoulders, climb ladders, and operate medium-weight cleaning equipment
  • Work with chemical cleaning products
  • Lift and move furniture up to 20kg (44lbs)

Schedule:

This is a permanent part-time position with 8 hours per week, to be initially scheduled as follows: Saturdays & Sundays 7:00am-11:00am

Start Date:

To be determined

To Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact HR Manager at thr@cochranepubliclibrary.ca. The subject line of your email should include the Competition # for the position noted above.

Closing Date:

This posting will close at 5pm on Thursday, January 22.

Cochrane Public Library (CPL) supports and endorses the Canadian Federation of Library Associations’ Statement on Intellectual Freedom and Libraries, including that libraries have a core responsibility to support, defend and promote the universal principles of intellectual freedom and privacy.

CPL believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation, and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and sense of community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.