Custodian

About e4c

e4c supports individuals as they build the lives they envision through fostering resources, relationships, and belonging within their communities. Committed to the vision of a community providing dignity, belonging, and purposeful opportunities for all, e4c delivers person-centered, collaborative, and evidence-informed services that empower individuals, families, and communities. Guided by the core values of courage, compassion, connection, and commitment, the organization strives to create meaningful social impact and enduring positive change.

Position Overview

The Custodian role focuses on ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment at e4c’s Head Start program for children aged from roughly 2.8 to 5 years. This position involves conducting routine cleaning duties, grounds maintenance, and minor repairs to keep the facility and outdoor areas safe, functional, and well-maintained to support children, families, and staff positively.

Work Schedule

• Full-time Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional evening or weekend shifts with schedule adjustments
• May require participation in an on-call rotation

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform regular custodial cleaning, groundskeeping, and small maintenance tasks to uphold cleanliness and safety of facilities and outdoor spaces
• Handle minor repairs and assembly of equipment or furniture; coordinate larger building maintenance activities with the Program Manager and external contractors
• Observe building conditions, carry out routine safety inspections, and promptly report any maintenance, repair, or safety issues
• Support facility operations by managing deliveries, arranging meeting spaces, transporting supplies, and overseeing satellite locations
• Maintain janitorial supply inventories, place orders for necessary items, and ensure effective delivery of contracted maintenance services
• Provide on-call assistance for facility security incidents and contribute to emergency, health, and safety protocols alongside the Occupational Health and Safety team
• Guide and assist the part-time Custodial Assistant, engage in team meetings, and help maintain a safe, collaborative workplace

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum education requirement: High school diploma or its equivalent
• Possession of a valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Certification in WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)
• At least one year of prior experience in custodial, maintenance, or facilities support roles
• Familiarity with commercial or industrial cleaning standards and practices
• Competency in performing minor building and facility repairs
• Experience in educational environments and interdisciplinary teamwork is advantageous

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Annual leave of three weeks plus ten paid sick days
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Access to Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching
• Opportunities for professional development

Diversity and Inclusion

e4c values diversity and offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, culture, age, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or faith.

Pre-employment Conditions

Successful applicants must provide a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector and Intervention Record Checks before employment commences.