Are you a hands-on type and possess knowledge about preventative maintenance systems? Do you thrive working independently and as part of a team? If so, we invite you to apply!
What We Do
Since 1973, The Alex has been a community-based, not-for-profit organization providing integrated primary health care, community support services, and housing-focused programs to individuals and families who experience barriers to accessing traditional health, housing, and social service systems. Services are grounded in principles of health equity, low-barrier access, trauma-informed practice, cultural safety, harm reduction, and person-centered care.
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Custodian is a hands-on role that performs regular cleaning duties and is responsible for performing general building and property maintenance according to safety, predictive, and preventative maintenance systems and processes.
This is a permanent, full-time position.
What You Will Do
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Perform routine and exceptional cleaning assignments.
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Ensure safe, effective and sustainable use of all capital assets.
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Ensure cleaning tasks are done accurately and efficiently.
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Perform routine maintenance of custodial equipment and ensure proper use of custodial.
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Ensure secure areas are maintained.
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Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
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Assist with snow removal activities as required.
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Assist in data collection and entry as required.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
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Organized, pro-active and reliable.
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Knowledge of custodial practices, machinery, and related equipment is an asset.
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WHMIS Training is required; ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
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Ability to perform a variety of physical labor.
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A desire to work with marginalized populations.
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Strong understanding of occupational health & safety as it pertains to facility management.
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Knowledge of services, equipment, and/or supply ordering and inventory control.
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Capability of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
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Proficient working independently and as part of a team
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Strong interpersonal rapport-building skills; experience fostering a cooperative work environment.
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Strong verbal communication skills.
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First Aid (Basic or Intermediate) – Level C CPR & AED within 30 days of hire date; certification must be valid for a minimum of 6 months upon hire.
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A satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record clearance and a child welfare intervention check are required.
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Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action is preferred.
Work Environment and Hours:
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The Alex Community Health Centre: 2840 – 2 Ave SE, Calgary, AB).
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1.0 FTE (37.5 hrs/week).
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Standard hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
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May involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
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Continuous periods of standing and walking, with occasional periods of sitting.
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Occasional physical action requires the ability to climb ladders, bend/crouch, reach above shoulder height, kneel/crawl, stand for long periods of time, and lifting, carrying, and manipulating objects (up to 50 Ibs) throughout the shift.
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Occasional time outside in all weather conditions.
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Driving as part of work-related duties may be required.
What We Offer
Some of the great benefits The Alex has to offer include:
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3-weeks’ vacation
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Medical and Dental Coverage
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Health / Wellness Spending Accounts
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RRSP and/or Student Loan Repayment Program (up to 5% match)
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Personal Days
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Floating Holiday
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Sick/Wellness Days
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Employee Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
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Professional Development
How To Apply
If you are as passionate as we are about making a difference in people’s lives, please visit our career centre: Jobs at The Alex | The Alex.
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will make every effort to accommodate candidate’s schedules and needs in all parts of the hiring process.
The Alex is committed to embedding the principles of equity, inclusion, and diversity across the organization. We are committed to removing barriers to employment that are faced by equity-seeking groups and encourage (but not require) members of these groups to self-identify as such in their cover letters.
In accordance with our strategic priorities, we particularly encourage applications from individuals who self-identify as racialized* or Indigenous (First Nation, Metis, or Inuit).
The term “racialized” is used here instead of the more outdated and inaccurate terms “racial minority, “visible minority”, “person of colour”, or “non-White”.
For further information about The Alex and its programs, we encourage you to visit our website at www.thealex.ca.
At The Alex, we place a high value on strong, ethical, and professional relationships between clients and primary care providers. Clear boundaries are essential to ensuring safe, respectful, and effective care. To protect clients, medical professionals and staff, employees and contractors of The Alex are not permitted to access internal physicians, nurses, mental health clinicians, or other allied health professional services during their employment.
We recognize that some applicants may have had, or may currently have, meaningful care relationships with The Alex at the time of applying. If you are currently a client and wish to continue in our recruitment process, you are asked to disclose your service provider relationship. Should you be hired, you will be required to transition your care to an external provider within your first 90 days of employment and maintain this external care relationship for the duration of your employment. Reasonable extensions of the 90-day deadline may be considered where absolutely necessary and in the sole discretion of The Alex.
This approach helps us maintain clear boundaries, uphold professional standards, and protect our workers’ rights to privacy and confidentiality.
