College Caretaker

Ann Pettengell; Central Cambridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational establishment in Central Cambridge seeks a College Caretaker responsible for maintaining the college's buildings and grounds. This permanent role involves conducting daily checks, managing repairs, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The caretaker will play a crucial role in creating a safe and enjoyable environment for students and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Experience of building maintenance and general caretaking.
• Ability to maintain records related to health and safety.
• Understanding of emergency procedures and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily building and grounds checks.
• Undertaking maintenance and repair works.
• Ensuring cleanliness and safety of the premises.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Ability to interpret technical information

Full UK driving licence

Experience of carrying out minor building maintenance work

Experience of keeping records in a work setting

Understanding of H&S legislation

Good verbal communication skills

Understanding of building construction and design

Job description

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As the College Caretaker, you will be responsible for the care and upkeep of the college buildings and their grounds, including the main teaching buildings and the on-site and off-site Boarding accommodation. You will also provide assistance with other independent residences used by students. You will take pride in your work, helping to create a safe, enjoyable workplace and College.

This is a permanent role to start as soon as possible (those on maximum one month’s notice will be considered). The working hours are 8.00am-4.00pm Mon – Fri and due to the nature of the role, you are required onsite at all times.

Specific Responsibilities

• Daily building and grounds checks
• Undertaking general repairs, maintenance and improvement works, changing light bulbs, unblocking drains, heating changes, groundwork etc.
• Making sure the premises and grounds are clean and that rubbish is collected and taken away on a daily basis, and any graffiti is cleaned up
• Regular touch-up painting of interior and exterior areas to make good ‘wear and tear’
• Calling in specialist help when needed, which will usually involve external contractors
• Escorting contractors as required to carry out works
• You should have a full understanding of the buildings at all times and may be required to unlock buildings in the absence of Security
• You may be called outside of office hours in the event of emergency (burst pipe, break in etc.) to attend and assist as required
• To carry out the weekly fire alarm tests and general H&S checks of fire exits, fire extinguishers and escape routes in each building and ensure all paperwork is completed
• Caretakers work alongside the Site Manager and Deputy Site Manager to ensure H&S regulations are adhered to across the site
• Understanding fire safety regulations, Health and Safety regulations, emergency procedures and the rules for evacuating a building
• Setting up and clearing exams, assemblies and College events
• Storing equipment and supplies safely
• Maintaining a variety of records, including health and safety, fire safety and monitoring meter readings and fuel usage
• Delivering parcels and packages

Skills & Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy
• Ability to interpret technical information
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of carrying out minor building maintenance work, within the reasonable capacity of a normal handyperson
• Experience of keeping records in a work setting
• An understanding of H&S legislation, including good practice in relation to caretaking, hygiene and general safety
• Good verbal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and contractors.
• Some understanding of building construction and design would be advantageous

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