Custodian

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Applications will be accepted online only. Please apply online at www.canada.ca/government-jobs. If you have a disability that prevents you from applying on-line please contact the hiring manager as identified on this poster.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Candidates are strongly encouraged to check their email on a regular basis.

Duties

Key Duties of a Custodian:
- Providing diversified cleaning service to specific buildings and/or areas including operating industrial janitorial equipment
- Removal of ice/snow/garbage and recycling
- Relamping light fixtures
- Performing minor maintenance and minor service to janitorial equipment.

Custodian Work Shifts:
There are various work shifts for the unit. These shifts could vary depending on unit needs, but the following list are the main shifts worked.

Part-time Shift (20 hours/week):
- Saturday and Sunday (6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)
Full-time Shifts (40 hours/week):
- Monday to Friday (5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)
- Monday to Friday (6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)
- Monday to Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

Work environment

As an employer of choice for over 26,000 men and women, the RCMP promises a career like no other. With over 130 years of tradition and service, the RCMP is Canada’s national police service. Proud of our traditions and confident in meeting future challenges, we commit to preserve the peace, uphold the law and provide quality service in partnership with our communities.

Intent of the process

Should a Civilian Member (CM) be found qualified and selected for appointment prior to May 21, 2020 (deeming date), the appointment will not result in a change of status to the Public Service (PS) category for the CM. Furthermore, CM staffing transactions resulting from this process will be administered in accordance with the Onboarding Transition Phase until deeming day.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Experience in cleaning service duties in a work environment

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Willing and able to lift and carry heavy objects (maximum of 20kg/44lbs) while practicing proper safety procedures

Willing and able to use and climb ladders (maximum of 10 feet) while practicing proper safety procedures

Willing and able to clean and disinfect areas during outbreak situations

Willing and able to be flexible when faced with work schedule changes

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Ability to follow direction

Ability to perform basic functions on a computer (ie. Emailing, completing online forms, navigating the internet)

Knowledge of custodial procedures and materials

Knowledge of safety practices related to custodial work

Working effectively with others

Dependability

Motivation

Alertness

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying to the following employment equity group: aboriginal peoples

Conditions of employment

Security Clearance: RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status

Available to work various hours of work as operationally required which may include: weekdays, weekends, holidays or nights

Lifting and carrying heavy objects (maximum of 20kg/44 lbs) while practicing proper safety procedures

Using and climbing ladders (maximum of 10 feet) while practicing proper safety procedures

Cleaning and disinfecting areas during outbreak situations

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

You will be required to demonstrate how you meet the education and experience criteria (essential and asset) for the initial screening, in answering online screening questions. It is NOT sufficient to only state that the qualifications are met or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. Rather, you must clearly demonstrate HOW, WHEN and WHERE the qualification was met through substantiation by examples. Information on your described education and experience provided in the screening questions should be supported by your résumé. Failure to provide the above information in the format required may result in your application being rejected from the process.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

Candidates may be required to pay for all assessment and travel expenses.

The successful applicant will have to obtain, as a minimum, an RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status security clearance. The process also requires a Security/Reliability Interview, a field investigation in matters of credit/finances, education, employment, references, etc.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.