Idic Janitor

7 months ago


Hamilton, Canada Hamilton Regional Indian Centre Full time

The HRIC Janitor, under the direction of the Executive Director or Designate, is responsible for maintaining the HRIC Indigenous Drop-in Centre program facility daily and assisting with special events as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Secondary School diploma or equivalent;
- 1 year of demonstrated and related janitorial work experience;
- 1 year of experience working within an Indigenous organization is an asset;
- Highly motivated and able to work independently;
- Strong knowledge of the use and safe handling of cleaning chemicals;
- Understanding of safe work practices;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Knowledge and awareness of Indigenous culture and history, with particular emphasis on the impacts of trauma;
- Sufficient skills in the use of Microsoft Office and 365;
- High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse environment;
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships;
- Valid driver’s licence with clear driving record and have access to reliable transportation is an asset;
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention training and First Aid/CPR certification is an asset; and,
- Clean criminal record check (CPIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) if applicable.

**REQUIREMENTS**:
The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC) is a large Indigenous not for profit organization. We are culturally based and committed to driving positive change for the community. As a staff member of HRIC you will have opportunity for professional growth, access to Elders and Traditional Knowledge Keepers and a generous benefit package. We strive to uphold pre-colonial management and policy structure, while being supportive and maintaining a positive work atmosphere.

HRIC is a highly flexible organization offering additional compensation including 5 paid cultural days, 4 paid holidays beyond mandatory Employment Standards, paid shutdown over the Christmas holiday week, and health benefits. HRIC health benefits are offered to full time permanent employees, employees will be able to enroll upon the successful completion of their (3) three-month probationary period.

HRIC is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Hamilton Regional Indian Centre will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process.

HRIC strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, Hamilton Regional Indian Centre will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Indigenous people, HRIC shall give preference to Indigenous people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.

Human Resources

Hamilton Regional Indian Centre

34 Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, Ontario L8H 3Y7

FAX: 905-548-0024