building caretaker

Work site environment

• All weather conditions

Work setting

• Apartment / condominium complex

Tasks

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers
• Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
• Contact contractors for repairs and maintenance of the establishment
• Perform minor repairs on appliances
• Perform safety and security checks
• Supervise other workers
• Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
• Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and / or gardens
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and fixtures
• Work with minimal supervision
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Building operator / superintendent certificate
• Property management course
• Building service worker course
• Building operator certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Area of work experience

• Cleaning

Equipment

• Industrial vacuum cleaners / power sweepers
• Carpet cleaning machine
• Polishing machines
• Waxing machine
• Steam cleaners
• Power tools
• Power lawn mowers
• Security system
• Upholstery cleaning equipment
• Snowblower

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours
• On call

Employment terms options

• Overtime required

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site housing options
• On-site recreation and activities
• Parking available