Caretaker, Residences - Caretaker (Unifor)

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

Job summary

The University of Manitoba invites applications for the Residence Caretaker position (Unifor). This casual, full-time role covers 38.75 hours weekly with shift 2:00 pm to 10:15 pm, Monday to Friday, for the residence facilities.

You will perform cleaning, grounds maintenance, minor maintenance, and support during exams and events. Good English, ability to lift up to 50–80 lbs, and willingness to work outdoors in summer and winter are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (Grade 12) required.
• Minimum one year - related experience in caretaking or cleaning.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and grounds maintenance; basic equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Maintains high cleanliness in student areas, labs, offices and entrances.
• Operates cleaning equipment and maintains floors and furnishings.
• Cleans and disinfects washrooms; maintains towels, soap and tissues.
• Reports malfunctions to the supervisor and follows safety standards (WHMIS).
• Sets up tables/chairs for events per diagrams; liaises with organizers.
• Maintains grounds, clears snow/ice and handles minor maintenance tasks.
• Records hours on time cards and assists with residences spring/fall cleaning.

Skills

English communication

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Independent work

Organizational skills

Outdoor work

Safety compliance

WHMIS training

Flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Floor polisher

Vacuum cleaner

Carpet extractor

Power scrubber

Lawnmower

Weedeater

Snowblower

Job description

Caretaker, Residences - Caretaker (Unifor)

Caretaker, Residences - Caretaker (Unifor)

Caretaking Services - Residence

Operations & Maintenance

Position number: 17906

Date posted: October 28, 2026

Job details

Caretaker, Residences - Caretaker (Unifor)

Casual

Full-time: Yes

Permanent: No

Work schedule: 38.75 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 2:00 pm - 10:15 pm

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

Appointment Dates November 23, 2026 to May 28, 2027

465 hours worked

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

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma (Grade 12)

Experience:

• Minimum one year - considerable practical or position related experience.
• 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, weedeater, snowblower, etc.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to communicate in English - oral and written.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• 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 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 WHMIS, etc.
• Must be willing to work any of day, afternoon, night or weekend shifts.

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 at least 50 - 80 lbs.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Must be able to pass required FIT assessment and related safety training.
• Must be able to work in awkward, confined spaces and high locations.

Other:

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

Key responsibilities

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintains a high standard of cleanliness in student areas, labs, offices, classrooms, lounges, halls, stairs and entrances of building.
• Maintains floor coverings through the use of specialized equipment and maintenance techniques.
• Vacuums/shampoos carpets, drapes and furniture.
• Empties waste containers and ash trays and transports waste to pick-up point.
• Collects recyclable materials and transport same to pick-up point.
• Cleans and disinfects washrooms, sinks, toilets, stall dividers and urinals daily.
• Cleans drinking fountains, vanities and mirrors daily.
• Maintains supplies of towels (linen and paper), soap and washroom tissues.
• Cleans white boards, 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 malfunctions 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.
• Strips and refinishes floors.
• Recognizes hazardous conditions and reports same to supervisor immediately.
• Maintains grounds around building.
• Clears snow and ice at building entrances, stairways, platforms, etc.
• Sets up tables, chairs, dividers, etc., for examinations, banquets, movies, convocation, registration or other special events according to provided diagrams.
• Maintains liaison with conference and catering organizers.
• Cleans mechanical rooms, heat radiators, drains, etc., as assigned by supervisor.
• Carries out minor maintenance, such as unplugging toilets, 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.

In addition to the above duties, but for residences only:

• Thoroughly cleans residence rooms each spring and fall.
• Cleans, sets up and provides or changes linen in residence rooms for conference guests.

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.