• Job Description

  Req#: 2103

  Experience it – Ajax!

  The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

  Facility Attendant (Temporary)

  Reporting to the Supervisor of Building Maintenance, the Facility Attendant, is responsible for the general maintenance, cleaning and repairs of the assigned Town of Ajax facility. The Facility Attendant will be required to maintain all cleaning equipment, assist with set ups for permits, meeting rooms, and council chambers. This role also responds to public and staff inquiries concerns, delegates duties to part-time staff, and engages contracted services when required. The role is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing small building system/equipment issues, the purchasing of cleaning supplies and consumables required to maintain the cleanliness of the facility. The Facility Attendant will be the point of contact for the Building Maintenance division and will be required to report building-related issues (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical and Building Envelope) through the established City works maintenance management system.

  Key Duties

  • Ensuring a clean and safe building by sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning, and ensuring entrances/exits/walkways are clear of snow.
  • Provide janitorial service, including cleaning and disinfecting public washrooms, floors, walls, tiles, toilets, urinals, and changing waste containers.
  • Complete basic building maintenance as required.
  • Purchasing and maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and consumables.
  • Ensures the security of the building by locking and unlocking exterior doors as required.
  • Consulting with staff to ensure that the meeting room and/or permit set up is appropriate.
  • Performs painting, minor plumbing, electrical, dry walling and various building related repairs.
  • Identifying and reporting building related issues such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical and various mechanical issues.
  • Responding to customer and staff concerns.
  • Answering general inquiries and assisting public providing wayfinding and monitoring building access.
  • Maintains ongoing communication with program, event and customer service staff to maintain a high level of efficiency.
  • Provides coaching, training, mentoring and support for part-time staff including directing shift duties and ensuring policies and procedures are communicated and quality standards are maintained.
  • Provides coaching, training, mentoring and support for part-time staff including directing shift duties and ensuring policies and procedures are communicated and quality standards are maintained.
  • Work collaboratively with other facility staff.
  • Coordinate and provide direction to contracted services as required.

  Qualifications/Skills

  • Minimum of Grade 12 education.
  • Post-secondary course(s) in Building Operation and Maintenance would be considered an asset.
  • Possess at least two (2) years of related experience in general building maintenance, cleaning, equipment repair, and customer service.
  • Must have a good understanding of Building Automation Systems.
  • Maintain, in good standing, a valid Class "G" Driver's Licence.
  • Working At Heights or Lift Specific Certification.
  • Current certification in CPR/AED (Level C) and Emergency First Aid.
  • Valid WHIMIS certification.

  Members of CUPE bargaining unit will be considered first in accordance with the collective agreement. If there are no qualified candidates from within the bargaining unit, consideration may be given to other applicants.

  What is Offered to Staff

  • Rate of Pay: $29.23 - $31.75 per year.
  • Hours of Work: This is a unionized position that works 40 hours per week. The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and are in accordance with the CUPE Collective Agreement.
  • Hybrid Work Program: The Town offers a Hybrid Work Program. A flexible work arrangement, including the option to work from home some or a majority of the time, is currently a possibility with this position, and can be discussed during the interview process.

  How to Apply

  This position is being advertised concurrently to internal and external candidates and applications are accepted online. To apply to this position, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

  Internal closing date: 11:59 p.m. on May 13, 2025

  External closing date: 11:59 p.m. on May 19, 2025

  We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  The Town of Ajax is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and accessibility within the workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. The Town embraces diversity and gender expression through policy, staff training and providing positive spaces. The Town encourages applications from all qualified candidates. If selected for an interview, please inform Human Resources staff of any accommodation you may require during the process.

• About the company

  We welcome and encourage comments and feedback on Town programs and services. They should be directed to ContactUs@ajax.ca Only electronic correspondence sent to the Town at the above address can be processed through official channels. The Town reser...

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