Custodian

Ojibway Nation of Saugeen

18C Sapay Street

Savant Lake, ON

P0V2S0

P (807)928-2824 ext. 1

F (807)928-2710

Employment Opportunity

Job Title: Custodian

Location: Ojibway Nation of Saugeen

Reports To: O&M Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Schedule: 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday

Ojibway Nation of Saugeen (ONS) is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and organized

Custodian to help maintain clean, safe, and orderly community buildings and facilities.

This position supports the day-to-day cleaning, sanitation, and basic upkeep of assigned

community spaces to help ensure a healthy and welcoming environment for staff,

students, clients, and community members.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning of assigned community buildings, offices, washrooms,

hallways, classrooms, common areas, and other facilities.

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, wash, and sanitize floors, surfaces, furniture, fixtures, and

washroom areas.

• Empty garbage and recycling containers and ensure waste is disposed of properly.
• Clean and restock washrooms with required supplies, including soap, paper products,

and sanitation materials.

• Maintain entrances, walkways, and common areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Report maintenance, repair, safety, or supply concerns to the designated supervisor in

a timely manner.

• Assist with seasonal duties such as snow clearing at entrances, salting walkways, and

general site upkeep as required.

• Use cleaning products, supplies, and equipment safely and in accordance with

workplace procedures.

• Maintain janitorial storage areas, cleaning carts, and equipment in a clean, safe, and

organized condition.

• Help monitor cleaning supply inventory and advise when items need to be reordered.

• Follow workplace health and safety requirements, cleaning protocols, and safe work

practices at all times.

• Assist with room set-up, takedown, and cleaning for meetings, events, and special

activities as required.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Related experience in custodial work, janitorial services, building cleaning, or general

facility upkeep is preferred.

• Knowledge of basic cleaning practices, sanitation procedures, and safe use of cleaning

supplies and equipment.

• Experience working in a First Nation or Indigenous community is an asset.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in a variety of indoor and outdoor

conditions.

• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence may be an asset.
• Clear criminal record check or ability to obtain one may be required.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning practices and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to safely use cleaning supplies, products, and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining clean facilities.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Ability to identify and report maintenance, repair, safety, and supply concerns.
• Respectful communication with staff, students, clients, and community members.
• Ability to support a safe, welcoming, and orderly environment.

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time position based on 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility required

for seasonal priorities, special events, and operational needs.

• Salary starting at $21.00 per hour.
• Benefits and pension eligibility may be provided in accordance with band policy, where

applicable.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in community buildings, offices, schools, washrooms, common

areas, and outdoor entrance areas as required.

• Position requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying cleaning supplies, and

performing repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the workday.

• Work may involve exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, waste materials, and varying

indoor and outdoor conditions.

• Some evening, weekend, and after-hours work may be required for special cleaning

needs, events, or operational requirements.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]

with the subject line: Custodian Application – [Your Name]. Applications will be reviewed

on a rolling basis until the position is filled.