Building Custodian

Building Custodian

Location: Remote Long Range Radar Sites across Arctic Canada

Security Clearance: Reliability

Position Type: Permanent, 6x6 Rotation Reports To: Site Supervisor

Hours: 48

Please Note: Land Claim Beneficiaries of the Nunavut, Inuvialuit, and Nunatsiavut Land Claim Agreements will be prioritized. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

About Nasittuq

Nasittuq is a proudly Canadian company supporting critical operations across Canada's North. Guided by our core values of Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees can thrive while making a meaningful contribution.

Where You Will Be Working

Nasittuq supports operations across the North Warning System (NWS), a network of remote sites located throughout Canada's Arctic. Working in the North offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure while experiencing some of the country's most remote and remarkable landscapes.

In keeping with our commitment to northern communities and Indigenous employment, priority consideration will be given to qualified Inuit beneficiaries, including those enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement, Inuvialuit Final Agreement, and Nunatsiavut Land Claims Agreement. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.

Why This Role?

Enjoy the stability of full-time employment while working a 6-weeks-on, 6-weeks-off rotation, providing extended periods of time at work and at home. Whether you're pursuing personal interests, spending time with family, travelling, or planning a gradual transition into retirement, this schedule offers a unique balance of meaningful work and personal time.

What You’ll Do

Maintain the facilities in a healthy, safe, and sanitary condition.

Complete daily cleaning and custodial work duties within set deadlines.

Escalate maintenance, custodial, and safety issues to the supervisor as necessary.

Perform janitorial and housekeeping tasks including mopping, vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, and more.

Assist with kitchen duties, including unloading and stocking foodstuffs and general kitchen cleaning.

Clean employee rooms during vacancy periods.

Respond to colleagues' and visitors' inquiries professionally and promptly.

Report any concerns immediately to the supervisor.

Undertake other related tasks as required.

Who You Are

Education:

• High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Experience:

• Previous experience in janitorial or housekeeping functions considered an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals and safety guidelines.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Capability to work in physically demanding, adverse weather conditions in remote locations.
• Reliable, team-oriented, with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Additional Requirements:

• This is a permanent, full-time position (48 hours per week), Monday to Saturday
• Rotational work 6 weeks on 6 weeks off
• Must be willing to travel to other adjacent sites as requested

Compensation and Benefits

• Overtime calculated at 1.5x over 40 hours/week
• 6% Vacation Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package

Why Join Us

ROTATION & OVERTIME: 6 weeks in/6 weeks out rotation (48-hour workweeks) with overtime at 1.5x your base rate. Paid travel days (up to 2 days) with all travel costs covered. LIVING ARRANGEMENTS: Private accommodation with meals, Wi-Fi, TV, laundry facilities, and recreation. COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS: Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and employer-matched pension plans (up to 5%). ADDITIONAL PERKS: Arctic clothing and annual safety footwear allowance of $175. $500 referral bonus for eligible positions. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: Access to training for certifications and skill development, with reasonable expenses covered. VACATION PAY: 6% for employees under five years and 8% for those with over five years of tenure.

Qualified and interested candidates, please apply!

Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Inuit Land Claim Beneficiary applicants are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

Applicants who are enrolled under an Inuit Nunangat Land Claims Agreement will be given priority hiring. We encourage applicants to self-identify.