Posting Date: August 21, 2026
Closing Date: August 31, 2026
Status: Vacancy
Custodian
Permanent, 0.8 FTE (30hr/wk) | Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP | Location: Waterloo
Salary: $33,948.80 – $42,436.00
Why Join KidsAbility?
Every year, more than 17,000 children and youth rely on KidsAbility to support their growth, development, and well-being. Through innovative, family-centred services, we help children and families navigate challenges, celebrate successes, and achieve meaningful goals. As a non-profit organization serving the Waterloo and Guelph-Wellington regions, we believe that when we work together with compassion, expertise, and purpose, we can make a lasting impact. Join us in helping children, youth, and families discover a future of possibilities.
The impact we make starts with our people. That's why we foster a supportive and purpose-driven workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and thrive. We offer:
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Ongoing professional development, leadership growth, and learning opportunities
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A collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and teamwork
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Opportunities to contribute to innovation, research, and continuous improvement initiatives
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Programs that support employee well-being, connection, and work-life balance
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A comprehensive total rewards package, including extended health and dental benefits, an optional group RRSP, disability income protection, generous vacation entitlements, and paid personal leave
The Opportunity:
KidsAbility is seeking a Custodian to join our Physical Resources team. Reporting to the Associate Director, Facilities & Procurement and taking direction from the Facilities Lead, this role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for clients, families, visitors, and staff.
The Custodian supports daily facility operations by maintaining cleanliness across our buildings, ensuring therapy and program spaces meet infection prevention and control standards, supporting room set-ups, and helping create positive experiences for everyone who visits our sites. This position contributes directly to the health, safety, and well-being of the children, youth, and families we serve.
Your Impact:
Facility Cleanliness & Maintenance
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Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of offices, classrooms, therapy spaces, staff lounges, hallways, storage areas, and common spaces.
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Clean and maintain kitchen areas, appliances, coffee stations, and shared amenities.
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Support laundry requirements for therapy, school, and aquatic programming.
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Monitor cleaning supply inventories and communicate replenishment needs to supervisors.
Infection Prevention & Client Safety
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Perform cleaning and disinfection activities in accordance with KidsAbility's infection prevention and control practices.
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Disinfect therapy equipment, toys, treatment spaces, classrooms, washrooms, tables, chairs, mats, and related program resources.
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Follow organizational health and safety procedures, including proper use of cleaning products, equipment, and personal protective equipment where required.
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Identify, report, and support the resolution of safety concerns and workplace hazards.
Facilities Support & Collaboration
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Assist with the setup and teardown of meeting rooms, therapy spaces, and organizational events.
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Support day-to-day facility operations by maintaining supplies, cleaning shared items, and ensuring common spaces remain welcoming and functional.
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Follow facility security procedures and report unusual or suspicious activities as appropriate.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues across programs and departments to support organizational needs and enhance the overall client and staff experience.
Your Experience and Expertise:
To be successful in this role, you will have a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
In addition, you will bring:
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Minimum two years of custodial, housekeeping, or janitorial experience.
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Experience using, handling, and storing cleaning products and equipment safely.
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Knowledge of WHMIS and workplace health and safety practices.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Demonstrated commitment to customer service and creating welcoming environments.
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Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as a member of a team.
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Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
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Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and protecting personal health information.
This is an active, hands-on role that requires:
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Frequent walking and standing throughout the workday.
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The ability to lift, move, and carry cleaning supplies, laundry, waste materials, and other facility-related items.
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The ability to safely and effectively operate cleaning and laundry equipment.
As a multi-site organization, a valid Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle are required to support work across multiple locations as needed.
To Apply:
We invite applications from those interested in this position to apply through the KidsAbility Career Centre.
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KidsAbility strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should any applicant require accommodation please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are the core values of KidsAbility. We are a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas that benefit our clients and the community. It is the policy of KidsAbility to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from visible minority groups, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information or any other ground protected by applicable law.
Please note that all prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations as directed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Chief Medical Officer of Health.
