Algonquin College
Part-timeCaretaker(4-months)
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“Part-time Caretaker (4-months) at Algonquin College. Skills: custodial and facilities support services, cleaning, maintenance, safety and security. Perform routine custodial duties, including cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas such as offices, classrooms, common spaces. Complete intermediate and advanced cleaning tasks, including project-based cleaning and floor care (e.g., stripping, waxing, buffing, and carpet maintenance)”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure a clean, safe, secure, and well-maintained environment
Industry & Context.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, and extended periods of standing or walking, Hold a valid driver’s license (e.g., Class G), A satisfactory criminal background check is required, Work may include early mornings, evenings, or weekends depending on operational needs
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum two (2) years of custodial/caretaking experience in an institutional or commercial setting, Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, and extended periods of standing or walking, Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and floor care, Attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team, Hold a valid driver’s license (e.g., Class G), A satisfactory criminal background check is required
What You'll Do.
Perform routine custodial duties
including cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas such as offices
Complete intermediate and advanced cleaning tasks
including project-based cleaning and floor care (e.g.
and carpet maintenance)
Set up and dismantle furnishings and equipment for meetings
and campus activities
and materials across the facility
Support basic building safety and security by conducting routine checks and reporting any hazards
Operate cleaning equipment and tools in a safe and efficient manner
Respond to service requests and maintain cleanliness standards in accordance with institutional policies
Work collaboratively with the Building Services team and follow direction from the Building Services Coordinator and/or Manager of Facilities
and operational policies and procedures
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work collaboratively with the Building Services team; follow direction from the Building Services Coordinator and/or Manager of Facilities
Full Job Description
**Please Note: If you are a current Algonquin College employee, apply to this job via the Workday application.** **Department:** Facilities and Operations - Pembroke **Position Type:** Part-Time Support **Salary Range:** $27.64-$32.01-Hourly **Sc****heduled Weekly Hours:** 24 **Anticipated Start Date:** May 21, 2026 **Length of Contract:** 4-months **Posting Information** This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals. **Posting Closing Date:** May 21, 2026 Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date. **Land Acknowledgment:** Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide. **Job Description:** The Caretaker is responsible for performing a wide range of light- and heavy-duty custodial and facilities support services to ensure a clean, safe, secure, and well-maintained environment. This role contributes to the overall operations of the facility by supporting daily cleaning activities, event setups, and building maintenance tasks, while adhering to safety and security standards. **Duties and Responsibilities:** * Perform routine custodial duties, including cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas such as offices, classrooms, common spaces, and washrooms; * Complete intermediate and advanced cleaning tasks, including project-based cleaning and floor care (e.g., stripping, waxing, buffing, and carpet maintenance); * Set up and dismantle furnishings and equipment for meetings, events, and campus activities; * Deliver supplies, equipment, and materials across the facility as required; * Support basic building safety and security by conducting routine checks and reporting any hazards, damages
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