Custodian

Position Title: Custodian, CNIB Guide Dogs

Reports To: Manager, Canine Care

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

CNIB Guide Dogs Canine Campus is a working kennel facility that provides exceptional care for up to 60 large breed dogs as they train to become future guide dogs.

As a member of the Canine Care team, the Custodian will perform janitorial and site maintenance duties with a strong focus on biosecurity and providing the best possible experience to visitors to the site. Working alongside a team of Attendants, Dog Care and Welfare, the role involves adhering to systematic hygiene, biosecurity control, and following clear procedural steps to ensure good health prevent the spread of infectious disease.

Responsibilities for the position include cleaning of the full kennel building – kennel pods, exterior runs, indoor city training arena, bathrooms, kitchens, grooming room, veterinary clinic, agile office areas, reception areas, storage areas, vehicles/training vans, and canine campus learning centre building (farmhouse). Deep cleaning and preventative maintenance projects as required, and helping out with dog handling duties as needed.

II. Essential Functions

The position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities:

• Maintaining a regular deep cleaning schedule for all buildings as determined by the Manager Canine Care, including:

  • Cleaning, disinfection and sanitation of kennel pods and outside runs as per current pod cleaning SOP including sweeping, vacuuming, sanitizing, and resetting pods and runs to ensure optimum dog health.
  • Daily cleaning of bathrooms/kitchens/front foyer reception areas
  • Twice weekly deep cleaning of kennels and pod runs, weekly deep cleaning of other parts of the facility and property as per SOPs and directive by Manager Canine Care
  • Daily Sanitize high-touch surfaces including but not limited to:
    • Light switches
    • Door handles
    • Alarm pad
    • Railing
    • Tables
    • Equipment
    • Bathrooms
  • Conduct and document daily inspections of all buildings and grounds as well as report findings to Manager Canine Care Facility Operator and/or General Manager.
  • Maintain the general cleanliness of the centre grounds at all times
  • Set up and take down of rooms and meeting spaces as required.
  • Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance as assigned (e.g. drain clearing, grass cutting, snow removal from ramps and pathways).
  • Provide customer service to meet established quality standards.
  • Ensure the appearance of the facility is maintained to meet the standards established by CNIB.
  • Following health and safety procedures and advise supervisor of any safety concerns.
  • Receiving deliveries and organizing stock as required.
  • Inventory counts and order preparation.
  • Attend all meetings and training as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

III. Qualifications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Valid driver G license and maintain a suitable driving record validated by drivers abstract and/or access to transportation.
• Current police check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
• Must be flexible to accommodate changing priorities.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as scheduled by supervisor, which may include early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
• Ladder and/or working from heights training an asset.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” an asset.
• Current WHMIS training an asset (6 months or less).

Experience and Education

• High school diploma an asset.
• Minimum 2-3 years janitorial/maintenance related experience an asset.

Work Environment

• Outdoor work required in this position. Working outdoors may include exposure to weather, sun and heat exposure. May require moderate levels of physical exertion.
• Position requires the ability to stand, squat, reach and lift heavy objects more than 40 lbs.
• Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to deal with confidential information.
• Ability to interact with clients, volunteers, vendors and staff in a cordial manner.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Possible exposure to dampness, mold, hazardous materials, building materials and dust
• Exposure to kennel noise, cleaning and antibacterial solutions, and animal dander and hair in confined spaces such as vans and kennels.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.