Municipality of Colchester Careers
Cleaner- MRF
Description
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role: Under the direct supervision of the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Production Supervisor, the MRF Cleaner ensures all areas of the MRF facility are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner. Areas of responsibility include the change rooms, kitchen, lunchroom area, public areas, such as offices, education room, washrooms, hallways, stairs and closets. Maintains inventory of all cleaning and safety/PPE and First Aid supplies. Launders, repairs, and maintains inventory of coveralls and other garments. Garbage and recyclable collection and outside litter pickup. Prepare tea/coffee for breaks and meetings, organize kitchen area and wash dishes. Other duties as required. This is a unionized position with CUPE 4106.
Salary Range: $22.79/hour. This is a permanent full-time position.
Benefits:
- Group Benefits - Health, Dental, Life, Long Term Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Retirement Plan - Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (Employer matched)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Parental Leave Top Up
- Fitness and Well-being Incentives
Qualities to succeed in the role:
- Above average attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
Education & experience required:
- Completion of grade 12 or equivalent
- Experience using a wide variety of cleaning supplies and equipment
- Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions
- Ability to understand labels and instructions on cleaning products
- Condition of employment is satisfactory criminal record check
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation upon being contacted for an interview.
To apply, please submit an application to the online job board by 4:30 pm on December 29, 2025.
Compensation
$22.79 per hour