housekeeper Canada
Job description
OUR SCHOOL
Shawnigan Lake Schoolis a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages 12-18 (grades 8-12) on Canada’s beautiful west coast. Our world-class facilities situated on a stunning 270-acre campus include eleven boarding houses, an observatory, salmon hatchery, rowing crew house on the lake, state of the art Learning Commons and Library, recording studio, and robotics lab. Our diverse, inter-disciplinary and innovative programming helps shape the next generation of global leaders.
Shawnigan Lake School is committed to safeguardingand promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and a vulnerable sector criminal record check.
JOB DESCRIPTION
HOUSEKEEPER (full-time)
A Housekeeper at Shawnigan Lake School is a crucial member of the operations team who works to ensure the cleanliness, health, safety, and aesthetics of a campus with over 800 staff, students, and visitors. For those Housekeepers assigned to a student residence, a pastoral care function adds a critical component to their role.
This is a full-time opportunity. We offer a salary equivalent to $21 per hour, plus a full benefits package, a flexible work environment, and a nurturing, family-friendly workplace.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
Custodial
· Maintain the cleanliness of each area of the student residence, including common areas, hallways, student rooms, kitchen, staircases, cleaning supply areas, and washrooms
· Monitor, retrieve, and distribute/dispose of waste and recyclables daily
· Make up beds, change linens, and tidy rooms, as required
· Repair and clean curtains and blinds
· Assist with sending and receiving laundry, sort, wash, fold, and put away laundry
· Distribute linen, towels, and supplies
· Manage inventory, restock house custodial supplies and Replenish dispensers, toilet paper, soap, and hand towels
· Regularly inspect and turn matrasses
· Liaise with House Director(s) daily on internal housekeeping issues
· Monitor and report damage, maintenance & repair issues, and safety hazards
· Complete term start-up and year end dormitory evaluations
· Frequently review WHMIS documentation for applicable cleaning supplies
· Other duties as assigned
Pastoral
· Support the House Director(s) in the implementation of directives and strict adherence to House policies, rules, and protocols
· Provide a compassionate and authentic means of support for each student in the house while modelling the tone and values of Shawnigan
· Set an exemplary standard of presentation, hygiene, and respect, in addition to personal and professional conduct
· Carefully balance student confidences with a duty maintain the safety, security, and integrity of the House
· Supervise students during non-timetabled time when present in the House
· Report all concerns regarding the physical and mental wellbeing of students to the House Director(s)
· Take part in House activities, as requested by House Director(s)
· Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
· High school diploma or equivalency preferred
· Previous experience working with children, grades 8 – 12
· Experienced with the use of cleaning and sanitation products, procedures, and techniques
· Working knowledge of common mechanized cleaning equipment
· Willing to perform manual tasks through long periods of standing, lifting, bending, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and grasping
· Willing to perform repetitive motions (e.g. vacuuming, mopping) and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling loads up to 30 lbs.
· Professionalism at all times in all interactions with students, families, visitors, and colleagues
· Self-directed, independent, and extremely organized
· Good communication skills that include the ability to deal professionally with a wide range of people
· Self-motivated, with the ability to deal with minor problems or variances to routine
· Able to use discretion and maintain strict confidentiality
· Able to work without supervisory assistance, while knowing the appropriate time to ask for help
· Proven record of professionalism, initiative, flexibility, and dependability
NEXT STEPS
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter expressing your interest to the attention of Ciaran Gargan, Director of Operations, via email.
Applications may also be mailed to the General Office at:
Attention: Human Resources
Shawnigan Lake School
1975 Renfrew Road
Shawnigan Lake, BC V0R 2W1
Shawnigan Lake School is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Competition closes when filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
About Shawnigan Lake School
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: Unknown
Type: Company - Public
Website: www.shawnigan.ca
