Custodian 2- Sun-thurs Day Shift

**Department Info**:
Housing and Conference Services (HCS) directly supports the University’s Mission & Vision of Impact, Ambition and Transformation through Excellence, Inclusion and Community: Advancing Human and Societal Health and Well-being. We currently provide a distinctive living and learning experience for 3900 students focused on key educational priorities including self-discovery and learning; sustainability and wellness and inclusive excellence.

HCS concurrently drives a positive McMaster experience for guests, alumni, staff, faculty and students by providing accommodation and event coordination, which meet the highest standards of service excellence. HCS is a proud and significant ancillary contributor to the financial health of the University, and the core academic and research mission of McMaster.

HCS is currently in a time of significant expansion as capacity is expanding by 54% over the next 5 years, moving from 3900 to 6000 bed spaces across 15 buildings. This expansion will diversify the housing operation dramatically, from a traditional focus on the housing needs of first year undergraduate students, to the introduction of graduate, and family housing, in addition to a constantly diversifying internal and external client base.

The annual budget for HCS is currently (pre-expansion) approximately $31 million and we employ 100+ full-time and 250 part-time staff. HCS reports directly to the divisions of Student Affairs, as well as Operations & Finance.

**The Role**:
The Residence Building Operations team is seeking a driven and trustworthy **full-time custodian** that thrives in a collaborative team environment while demonstrating fine attention to detail in the delivery of excellent customer service. The custodian role within HCS is deemed an **Essential Service**, which impacts employee’s work schedules as per the Storm Emergency Policy, as well as operational demands around the residence move in / move out periods and summer conference events. Building on our department’s commitment to delivering high-quality service standards, every member of the cleaning team must champion the values of**:Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Service, and Learning.**

**Our Commitment**:
A **custodian** role at McMaster will give you an invaluable opportunity to be a part of a hard-working team that ensures our community continues to feel safe, supported and inspired while at McMaster. As a member of our team, we are committed to your personal and professional growth. We strive to foster and encourage a motivated, skilled, and professional workforce by providing professional development opportunities and resources, including an employee career services department.

**Looking for Two Custodians for Sunday - Thursday 7:00AM- 3:30 PM Day Shift. Includes Weekend Shift premium for Sunday shifts.**

**The Job Duties**:

- The physical cleaning of residence living spaces, washrooms, classrooms, offices, etc.
- Floor maintenance including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and restorative care.
- General cleaning including dustings, disinfecting, and washing.
- Light moving of furniture and equipment.
- Waste collection and disposal.
- Respond to emergency cleaning requests in a timely fashion.
- Follow prescribed work schedules in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
- Practice all health & safety procedures and policies.

**Desired Qualifications**
- Must be reliable, motivated, enthusiastic and a team player, willing to assist as needed.
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be physically fit and capable of performing job duties.
- Must be able to multi-task and occasionally work under tight timelines.
- Must deliver exemplary customer service to all students and guests of Housing and Conference Services.
- Must be able to work independently and part of a team.
- Must show initiative and demonstrate a wiliness to learn.
- Ontario Class “G” license in good standing would be an asset.

If successful in the hiring process, the employment will be a conditional offer until completion of a **successful pre-Employment Medical Examination**.

The Custodian position is a unionized employee. Please refer to the collective agreement link for more employment information:
Collective Agreements - Human Resources (mcmaster.ca)

**Employment Equity Statement**

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

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