Cleaner 2

Closing Date: October 25, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Student Affairs & Services

The primary purpose of Student Affairs & Services (SAS) is to support students in achieving their academic, personal, and life goals. In keeping with this, SAS develops and delivers a wide range of programs and services that enhance and contribute to the student experience and the learning environment. Individually and collectively, SAS Divisions contribute directly to the University’s goal of transformative educational experiences, innovative programs, and commitment to experiential learning.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | (12 Month) Term | Fredericton | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Variable Days | Shift Work | 40 hours per week

Additional Working Conditions:

• A Criminal Record Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check are required before the start date of the position.
• Weekend shifts are mandatory.
• Ability to carry out physical requirements of the position, including frequent walking, bending and reaching as well as ability to lift heavy objects.

Salary Range: $ 22.90/hour

YOUR FOCUS

• Reporting to Residence Operations Coordinator, the Cleaner 2 performs cleaning duties within residence buildings for UNB Fredericton. The Cleaner 2 may be responsible for a separate building or may work in a variety of residence buildings and may be called upon to assist in training staff who are working in the same location.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, wash, scrub, dust, wax, wax-strip, polish, and vacuum floors, walls, furnishings & lightshades.
• Clean windows, mirrors, and chrome.
• Shampoo rugs & upholstered furniture and remove hanging drapes as required.
• Open, close, lock, and unlock doors and windows as required in the performance of cleaning duties.
• Keep buildings locked and secured and report any damage, deficiencies, or malfunctioning to the Residence Operations Coordinator.
• Collect refuse in and around buildings, empty garbage & recycling containers and remove refuse to central garbage or recycling locations for pick up.
• Sweep and clean walkways and steps including shovelling snow from walkways and steps and using de-icer as required.
• Fill paper towel holders and soap/sanitizer containers in washrooms and maintain stock of supplies.
• Report any missing or damaged University finishings or equipment to the Residence Operations Coordinator.
• Check and clean equipment rooms.
• Replace lightbulbs and fluorescent tubes of a height of 10 ft or less.
• Pickup deliveries and sort mail for assigned buildings daily.
• Clean all common areas in assigned buildings including hallways, stairwells, entryways and kitchens.
• Bundle and carry laundry/ linens to and from the central collecting area to various floors and levels, strip and remake beds during the summer conference/ hotel season.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 – 3 years of custodial experience, preferably in a residential setting.

Additional Strengths

• Experience in a residential setting is considered an asset.
• Ability to deal pleasantly and effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Ability to work alone with little to no supervision.
• Ability to follow a well-established routine.
• Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and practices used in cleaning operation will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, including WHMIS regulations will be considered an asset.

Are you interested?

WHY CHOOSE UNB?

UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

GENERAL LABOUR AND TRADES AND ALLIED SERVICES AND AUDIO-VISUAL GROUP (GLTA)

This position is part of the UNIFOR, Local 4504 employee group and falls under the GLTA Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

University of New Brunswick