Service Worker - Department of Facilities Management at University of Prince Edward Island

The Department of Facilities Management is seeking applicants for a Service Worker. Employees in this class work under the direct supervision of the Cleaning Foreman to care for and maintain buildings and related areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleaning and housekeeping of various buildings
• Moving heavy furniture and equipment
• Stripping, waxing & spray buffing floors
• Vacuuming & shampooing carpets
• Cleaning & disinfecting washrooms
• Operating industrial cleaning equipment, and sanitary supplies
• Removing snow and debris from around entrances
• Reporting damages to supervisor
• Pick up and remove waste
• Other tasks may be required from time to time to improve the condition and appearance of the University
• Any other such duties indicated by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of one year of work experience
• Strong people skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of team
• Capable of doing repetitive physical work, working hands on with a high attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• WHMIS training certified (training can be supplied)
• One year of current cleaning experience and/or experience in the operation of industrial-type cleaning equipment would be considered an asset
• May be required to obtain Federal Government security clearance