Department: Administration
Location(s): Moosonee, Moose Factory, Cochrane, Kapuskasing, Timmins, or other designated service sites
Reports To: Supervisor – Facilities and Logistics
Job Class: Team Member
Salary Structure: CBG06 – Collectively Bargained Grid 06
Unionized: Yes
TEER Level: 3
NOC Code: 73201

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance roles
• Ability to operate cleaning and maintenance equipment safely and efficiently
• Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and reliability
• Willingness to maintain cleanliness and uphold health and safety practices Equivalency will be considered. Experience working in a First Nations organization or with community spaces is an asset.

OUR HIRING COMMITMENTS

Payukotayno is committed to Indigenous-led services, Nation-based healing, and culturally safe workplaces. We encourage applications from First Nations individuals, especially those from Treaty 9 communities and affiliated Nations. We honour both formal qualifications and cultural/lived knowledge as valid experience.
We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from all qualified persons, including those identifying as Two-Spirit, non-binary, LGBTQ+, francophone, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups.
Accommodations are available throughout the application process.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Maintenance and Custodian Worker is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and basic upkeep of Payukotayno facilities. This dual-function role performs both janitorial duties and minor maintenance tasks to support a culturally safe, welcoming, and operationally sound environment for staff, clients, and visitors.
The role supports service delivery across multiple office and residential sites and upholds the organization’s standards of respect, confidentiality, and community care in all physical spaces.

1. JANITORIAL AND CUSTODIAL DUTIES

• Clean offices, restrooms, kitchens, common areas, and meeting rooms on a regular schedule
• Dispose of garbage, recycling, and hazardous materials according to agency and safety standards
• Replenish supplies (e.g., soap, paper products) and maintain cleaning equipment in good condition
• Ensure that all spaces are clean, accessible, and culturally welcoming to staff and guests