Job details

University-of-Manitob; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manitoba is seeking a Caretaking professional for night shifts Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 pm to 6:15 am, on the Winnipeg campus. The role covers cleaning, maintenance of floors, and coordination of caretaking tasks in classrooms and facilities.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma and at least one year of related experience, with strong English communication, safety training (WHMIS), and willingness to work outdoors in all seasons.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Minimum one year related experience.
• Good knowledge of cleaning procedures and equipment operation.
• Ability to communicate in English and follow instructions.
• Willingness to work outdoors year-round.
• Able to pass safety training (WHMIS).

Responsibilities

• Caretaker coverage on a three shift basis; maintain cleanliness in student areas, washrooms, classrooms, labs, offices and entrances.
• Maintain floors and floor coverings using specialized equipment and techniques.
• Vacuum and shampoo carpets, drapes and furniture.
• Empty waste containers and transport waste to pickup points.
• Clean and disinfect washrooms, sinks, toilets and urinals daily.
• Maintain supplies of paper towels, toilet tissue and soap in dispensers.
• Dust window sills, desks, shelving and fixtures.
• Clean glass doors and windows as required.
• Lights: replace bulbs and report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Ensure safety by reporting hazards and maintaining grounds around buildings.

Skills

Cleaning procedures

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

English communication

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Customer service

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

WHMIS training

Weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Work schedule: 38.75 hrs/wk, Sunday to Thursday, 10:00 pm - 6:15 am

Salary: $21.19 to $24.83 per hour ($42,697.85 to $50,032.45 per annum)

Appointment Dates November 15, 2026 to March 25, 2027

465 hours worked

For more information please contact: Ophelia Morris - Manager, Caretaking Services

LEVEL OF FORMAL EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma (Grade 12)

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum one year considerable practical or position related experience.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must possess a good knowledge of cleaning procedures and grounds maintenance as well as experience in the safe operation and maintenance of equipment used, such as floor polisher, vacuum cleaner, carpet extractors, power scrubber, lawnmower, weed eater, snow blower, etc..
• Must be able to communicate in English verbal and written.
• Must be able to follow verbal, written and diagrammed instruction in English.
• Must be able to communicate and relate well with staff, students, organizers of functions and the public.
• Must be able to work independently or in teams with minimal supervision.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must have good customer service skills
• Must be willing to work outdoors summer and winter.
• Must adhere to all safety standards as established by the Physical Plant department.
• Must be able to successfully complete established job related training programs, such as the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), etc.
• Must be available to work shifts including weekends.
• Must maintain satisfactory work record of attendance and punctuality.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be physically capable of performing the duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform heavy and repetitive lifting, bending, stretching, etc.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must be able to pass required physical assessment and related safety training.
• Must be able to work in awkward, confined spaces and high locations.

OTHER:

• Regular attendance and punctuality is required.
• Will be required to provide acceptable Criminal Record and Vulnerable Persons Registry checks.

Key responsibilities

• Caretaker coverage is required on a three shift basis, maintains cleanliness in student areas, shower rooms, locker rooms, change rooms, lunch rooms, offices, classrooms, labs, lounges, halls, stairs etc. and entrances of building.
• Maintains floors and floor coverings through the use of specialized equipment and maintenance techniques.
• Vacuums/shampoos carpets, drapes and furniture.
• Empties ash trays, waste containers and transports waste to pick-up point.
• Collects recyclable materials and transports to pick-up point.
• Cleans and disinfects washrooms, sinks, toilets, stall dividers and urinals daily.
• Cleans and sanitizes foot bath where installed.
• Cleans drinking fountains, vanities and mirrors daily.
• Maintains supplies of paper towels, linen towels, toilet tissue and soap in all dispensers.
• Cleans chalk boards and chalk board railings.
• Dusts window sills, desks, shelving, pipes and other fixtures.
• Cleans glass doors and dividers.
• Washes walls and windows as required.
• Replaces burnt out light bulbs and maintains stock of same.
• Reports malfunction of lighting system, mechanical equipment and movable screens, etc., to the supervisor.
• Turns off lights in areas not being occupied.
• Locks and unlocks entrance doors unless otherwise instructed.
• Recognizes hazardous conditions and reports same to supervisor immediately.
• Maintains grounds around buildings.
• Clears snow and ice at building entrances, on sidewalks, stairways, platforms, etc..
• Distributes traction aide and ice melt as required.
• Sets up tables, chairs, dividers, etc., for examinations, banquets, movies, convocation, registration or other special events according to provided diagrams.
• Maintains liaison with special function organizers, conference and catering.
• Cleans mechanical rooms, heat radiators, drains, etc., as assigned by supervisor.
• Carries out minor maintenance, such as unplugging toilets, oiling hinges, replacing glides on chairs and maintaining caretaking equipment (e.g., check/clean machines, filters, vacuum bags, pads, fluid levels, hoses, power cords, batteries, etc.).
• Records hours of work on work orders and daily time cards.
• Checks fire extinguishers and fire doors.
• Moves furniture and other items to and from storage and other areas.
• Recognizes and reports any hazardous situations to the immediate supervisor.

Additional information

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.