Janitorial Associate

Vacancy Status: New Vacant Position

Hours of Work: This is an hourly-paid position. Hours of work are not guaranteed and are scheduled based on the needs of the business and may vary from week to week.

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The Janitorial Associate is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties ensuring that all employees, customers, clients, volunteers, and donors are exposed to a clean, safe, sanitary, comfortable, modern, and respectful building.

If you have a passion for thrifting, making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK.

We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. No experience is needed as we will help train, coach, and support your path of success. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply. Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential.

During the recruitment process, accommodation is available upon request.

About Us

Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Ready to work or not, a job at Goodwill is a path to work readiness. Our organization strives to create a workplace which is welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported. Diversity, equity, accessibility and preserving the environment are important to us. Building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve is our goal.

Mission:

Changing Lives and communities through the power of WORK.

Vision:

Everyone working and thriving in sustainable communities.

Values:

I nclusion: Embracing all people equally

C ompassion: Serving with heart

A spiring Workforce: Together changing lives through the power of WORK

R espect: Embracing diversity, upholding all people with dignity and trust

E mpathy: Ability to walk in each other's shoes

Why You Will Love Goodwill

We have an amazing team and workplace:

• Diverse, inclusive, and dynamic culture. Employer of choice across Southwestern Ontario who meets the Federal Government's 50/30 challenge for diversity in leadership.
• Commitment to accessibility and mobility (various walking devices and wheelchair accessible work locations).
• Mission-driven organization committed to the Power of Work.
• Environmentally committed to meeting our goal of zero waste on planet earth.
• Respectful, fun, and supportive team and leadership.
• Accredited through CARF International.

Competitive Compensation Package includes:

• Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
• Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
• Employee discount at retail locations.

Exciting career training and coaching:

• Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials.

Supportive Life and Work Opportunities:

• Individual personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
• Work-life balance with scheduling flexibility.

What You Will Do

• Clean offices, board rooms, class rooms, common areas, washrooms and recreational facilities.
• Mop tile and concrete floor areas.
• Vacuum all carpeted areas.
• Dust all furniture and fixtures as required.
• Wash and disinfect all washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, dispensers and fixtures.
• Clean all mirrors.
• Replenish toilet tissue, paper towel and soap as needed.
• Empty all waste baskets and garbage cans in central disposal locations.
• Place garbage and recyclables in corresponding outside storage bin.
• Clean entrances and exits including glass, doors and hardware.
• Use auto floor scrubber on hard surface flooring when necessary and possible.
• Maintain all equipment in good working condition; report damage or worn parts as required.
• Keep outside area near exits and entrances clear of snow and maintain grounds free of cans, paper and debris.
• Clean, wash and disinfect drinking fountains.
• Wash all finger marks from walls, doors, hardware and glass.
• Report minor maintenance repairs.
• Clean kitchen sinks and counters, run dishwashers when full and empty at end of wash cycle.
• Report damages and acts of vandalism.
• Wash and buff floors with floor polisher where required.
• Wash entrance and exit floors.
• Spot clean walls and toilet partitions.
• Spot clean carpets as needed, use carpet machine when required.
• Wipe down base boards, ledges, ducting, stair stringers, balusters and railings as required.
• Maintain up to date inventory of cleaning products and equipment.

Decision Making:

Janitorial Associate will have authority to make decisions on the following matters:

• Prioritizing areas to clean if not scheduled according to immediate needs.
• Taking action to proactively resolve issues as they are discovered.
• Deciding which tools, supplies and solutions are safe and appropriate for a given cleaning task.
• For decisions above this authority level, Janitorial Associate must refer to their Manager.

What We Are Looking For

• Initiative and self-motivation are necessary, as this job is largely self-directed.
• Keen attention to detail- notices things that others might pass over.
• Accountability and understanding of expectations in this role.
• Ability to evaluate own work and to know when further action is needed to meet standards.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and work best practices.
• Problem-solving skills for dealing with urgent needs and challenging tasks.
• Interpersonal skills- must be able to build relationships with other people in the facility.
• 5 years' experience in the field of Janitorial and Maintenance (commercial and/or residential).
• Experience conducting Janitorial work in a similar site/facility.
• Reading and writing comprehension, especially in regards to safety requirements.
• Knowledge and experience working with various types of cleaning equipment (i.e. auto-scrubbers, carpet cleaning equipment, swing machines etc.).
• Security Training an asset.

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Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

We use automated AI resume screening tools to help assess applications. Final interview selection is made by human staff.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 14, 2026