Janitor/Maintenance Worker

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Janitor/Maintenance Worker

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Department: Housing

Division: Lands and Estates/Housing

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.   

Posting Date: October 28, 2025

Closing Date: November 12, 2025, at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Janitor/Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the building and surrounding areas are clean, safe, and presentable. Duties include cleaning and disinfecting high-traffic areas, emptying trash receptacles, and performing minor repairs as needed.

This position requires regular interaction with residents, employees, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

The Janitor/Maintenance Worker will also be responsible for contacting the Public Works Maintenance Department for any tasks that fall outside their scope of work.

EDUCATION:

1. Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Previous employment experience in a similar capacity.
2. Working knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
3. Ability to perform the full range of janitorial duties as required including lifting (up to 50 lbs.), sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, and operating equipment.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above must be included with your application.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.