Job Overview
The Custodian reports to the Operations Manager and will be responsible for cleaning housing units after the tenant’s move outs, offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and public areas of our housing portfolio.
The Team Lead Custodian is responsible for leading the day-to-day custodial operations across the landlord’s properties. This position combines hands-on custodial work with leadership responsibilities, ensuring that buildings, common areas, and grounds are maintained in a clean, safe, and welcoming condition. The Team Lead Custodian provides guidance, training, and support to custodial staff while ensuring work is completed efficiently and in accordance with organizational standards.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership & Supervision
- Lead and coordinate the daily activities of custodial staff.
- Assign work schedules and daily tasks to team members.
- Monitor work quality and ensure organizational cleaning standards are met.
- Train, mentor, and coach new and existing custodial staff.
- Conduct regular inspections of buildings and common areas.
- Promote a positive, respectful, and safety-focused work environment.
- Report staffing concerns, performance issues, and operational needs to management.
- Assist with recruitment, orientation, and performance evaluations as required.
Custodial Operations
- Perform routine and deep cleaning of common areas, offices, amenity spaces, stairwells, hallways, laundry rooms, elevators, and public washrooms.
- Clean windows, walls, floors, carpets, and fixtures.
- Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, sanitize, and disinfect assigned areas.
- Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling.
- Replenish washroom and cleaning supplies.
- Respond promptly to spills, emergencies, and unscheduled cleaning requests.
- Ensure units are move-in ready for the next tenant.
- Other duties as assigned.
Health & Safety
- Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and organizational safety policies.
- Promote safe handling and storage of cleaning chemicals.
- Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and WHMIS compliance.
- Wear and enforce the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Report accidents, incidents, and near misses immediately.
- Participate in emergency preparedness activities.
Inventory & Equipment
- Monitor inventory of cleaning products and supplies.
- Order supplies within approved budgets or recommend purchases.
- Maintain custodial equipment in good working order.
- Arrange repairs or servicing of equipment when necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
- Candidate must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving objects up to 24kg, as necessary.
- Successfully complete and maintain Criminal Record Clearances.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract annually.
- WHMIS Certification.
ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent work habits include punctuality, efficient use of time, and prioritizing tasks.
- Minimum 3–5 years of custodial or janitorial experience.
- Minimum 1–2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Experience working in residential or commercial property management is preferred.
- A thorough appreciation, awareness, working experience, and sensitivity of Indigenous history and culture, as well as a thorough understanding of the complexities of working with diverse populations.
Pay: $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
