Custodian - Relief

Custodian – Full-Time and Relief Position's Available 

Our Mission is to create and sustain an inclusive safe and compassionate community where people who are underserved, at risk or in need, receive nourishment, health and social support, housing, and respite from discrimination, loneliness, and exclusion. 

Our Vision: Kindness wanted, kindness shared, a community where kindness flows in abundance.

We strive everyday to provide a clean, sanitized, and healthy environment for our Guests, Staff and Volunteers. The Custodial position plays a key role by adhering to a specified cleaning plan.

Essential Duties and Primary Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize areas according to assigned schedules using appropriate cleaning and sanitation methods and procedures, with minimum supervision.


• Demonstrate familiarity with common institutional cleaners and disinfecting agents and safe handling of same


• Ability to perform physical requirements, including ability to lift 50lbs.


• Thoroughly clean and sanitize space in accordance with a documented cleaning plan that will include at a minimum, a cleaning schedule with some form of documentation, noting when the cleaning/disinfecting was completed for all items/areas on the cleaning plan.


• Care for equipment, supplies and work areas through the following:


• Maintain cleanliness and safe storage of equipment.


• Report defective and damaged equipment and furnishings.


• Keep work area in an orderly, safe and clean condition.


• Keep inventory in order on individual carts.


• Replenish supplies throughout the building.


• Understand the use and application of cleaning chemicals.


• Fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the position with a pleasant demeanor maintaining clear and consistent boundaries with Guests.


• General cleaning duties as defined by the Maintenance Supervisor.


• Flexibility in working hours – MUST be able to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and holiday coverage when required.


• Any other duties as specified by the Maintenance Supervisor or Director.


• Responsible for the safe, effective, and efficient delivery of services to TGP Guests. Applications of organizational policies and processes pertaining to Guest and workplace safety is expected.


• Must be able to work in both the Main Building and Mercy House. 

Qualifications and Skills:

• WHIMIS Training would be an asset.


• Display knowledge related to the use of hazardous products, infection control, cleaning practices, housekeeping operations and equipment usage.


• Ability to conduct tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision.


• Trustworthy, dependable, with strong organizational skills and a proven ability to prioritize and multitask.


• Flexibility to work with team members or individually.


• All applicants MUST be able to provide a current Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Criminal Record Screening Certificate and Vulnerable Sector Check.

We believe that all employees should understand we exist to help those who need it most and that “kindness wanted” is more than just words. It is the foundation of who we are as an organization. As such, The Gathering Place looks to hire people who are qualified and social-minded.