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We are seeking a janitor for our busy mixed veterinary practice.
Duties include: unpacking daily orders, restocking shelves, walking dogs, cleaning kennels, feeding cats/dogs, laundry, maintaining clinic cleanliness.
Other duties may include: assisting with animal restraint/procedures.
* Must be able to lift 50lbs daily*
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Decision making
- Continuous learning
Specific Maintenance Activities
- Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
- Remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
- Perform routine maintenance jobs and repairs
- Empty waste containers
- Clean and disinfect washrooms and fixtures
- Sweep, mop, scrub and wax floors
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling and ventilation systems
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing systems
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on appliances
- Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
- Paint
- Water and tend to plants
- Work with minimal supervision
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Work Setting
- Hospital
Work Location Information
- Rural community
Equipment Operated/Used
- Carpet cleaning machines
- Small tractors (lawn/snow removal attachments)
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Physically demanding
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
Own Tools/Equipment
- Uniform
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)