Caretaker (Part Time)

City of Brampton; Brampton; On-site; Part time

Job summary

The City of Brampton is seeking a Caretaker for its Public Works & Engineering department. This part-time role involves cleaning and maintaining corporate properties, providing excellent customer service, and performing various maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience in cleaning, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. Join a dedicated team and contribute to the upkeep of community spaces.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year experience in cleaning in an office environment.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform indoor housekeeping activities including vacuuming and dusting.
• Disinfect and sanitize washrooms and public areas.
• Provide outdoor maintenance such as litter picking and snow removal.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

Completion of Grade 10

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Caretaker

DEPARTMENT: Public Works & Engineering

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 2

JOB STATUS & DURATION: Part Time

HOURS OF WORK: 24-hour workweek / shift work / variable hours

LOCATION: West Tower

HOURLY RATE: $27.12 per hour

JOB TYPE: Union

POSTING DATE: May 12, 2025

CLOSING DATE: May 19, 2025

Area of Responsibility

Reporting to the Coordinator, Housekeeping, the Caretaker is responsible for cleaning and maintaining Corporate properties.

• Provide quality customer service to all customers, tenants, and end-users of Corporate properties.
• Perform indoor housekeeping activities, including vacuuming, dusting, polishing, dry and wet mopping, spray buffing.
• Collect recycling materials and garbage, replace bags, and dispose of waste as directed.
• Disinfect and sanitize washrooms, lobbies, and public counters; clean sinks, toilets, mirrors, windows, and doors; replace supplies; unclog toilets.
• Provide outdoor maintenance such as litter picking, graffiti removal, gum removal, cigarette butt disposal, waste container cleaning, snow removal, and walkway salting.
• Perform scheduled specialty cleaning, operate cleaning equipment (steam/shampoo carpets, scrub floors, buff, strip/wax floors), and clean elevator tracks and chairs.
• Set up and take down tables and chairs for meetings and events; move furniture as needed.
• Assist in emergencies, familiar with fire and intrusion alarm systems.
• Monitor and report minor maintenance issues, vandalism, vagrancy, and security concerns.
• Maintain care-taking equipment and tools, report damages or malfunctions.
• Assist building operators as required.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Selection Criteria

Education:

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent.

Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year experience in cleaning in an office environment and operating heavy-duty cleaning equipment.

Skills and Assets:

• Ability to work variable shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Preference given to residents of Brampton. Various tests/exams may be administered during selection.

Our recruitment may include video interviews. If interested, apply online by May 19, 2025, and complete the attached questionnaire. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Employment is contingent upon signing a contract and passing a criminal record check. Voluntary self-identification survey included in the application process. The City communicates via email; applicants should check their email regularly. For alternate formats, contact the Accessibility office.