Facility Operations/Cleaner (Part-time) - River Run

City of Guelph; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A municipal organization in Ontario is seeking a Facility Operations/Cleaner to support events at the River Run Centre. The successful candidate will perform various cleaning tasks and must possess a Grade 12 Diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This part-time role offers a pay rate of $18.42 - $19.39 per hour and involves flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to show decorum when dealing with co-workers and patrons.
• Capable of multi-tasking and working under pressure.
• Excellent spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational tasks focusing on cleaning.
• Respond to emergency clean-ups and spills.
• Stock supplies and clean loose garbage from outside.

Skills

Cleaning

Communication

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Job description

Why Guelph

The City of Guelph is a vibrant and diverse community with a unique sense of place located in southern Ontario along the Innovation Corridor that runs between Toronto and Kitchener-Waterloo. We are also one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities with a projected population increase from 135,000 people to almost 170,000 in the next 10 years. Guelph is consistently ranked as one of the best places in Canada to live, work, and play—all good reasons to consider a career in this beautiful city.

Located in the heart of downtown Guelph, the River Run Centre is a magnificent performing arts center that opened in October 1997. The Centre houses a 786-seat Main Stage Theatre, the 225-seat Studio Theatre and the large Canada Company Hall, a communal lobby which is also multi-purpose.

Position Overview

Resumes are being accepted for the position of Facility Operations/Cleaner at the River Run Centre within the Culture and Recreation Department. The successful candidate will be involved in a variety of tasks to support the success of an event. Guided by the goals and objectives of the City’s Strategic Plan and committed to the Corporate Values of integrity, service, inclusion, wellness and learning, the candidate will aid in the achievement of the Vision for an inclusive, connected and prosperous city.

Hours of Work10-20 hours per week, shifts will vary, including evenings and weekends.

Duties

• Perform a variety of operational tasks focusing on cleaning. This may include but not limited to sweeping, vacuuming, washing floors, mirrors and windows, cleaning washrooms, work rooms, responding to emergency clean-ups and spills, garbage removal etc.
• Other duties may include stocking supplies or cleaning loose garbage from outside.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Grade 12 Diploma.
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
• Physically able to perform repetitive work including lifting, bending, pushing and pulling with moderate exertion.
• Previous experience as it relates to cleaning of large facilities.
• General knowledge related to live theatre.
• WHIMIS training and a working knowledge of the Ontario Health and Safety Act are required.
• Ability to show decorum when dealing with co-workers and patrons.
• Capable of multi-tasking.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Excellent personal presentation.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Ability to work without supervision.

Rate$18.42 - $19.39 per hour

How to applyQualified applicants are invited to apply using our online application system by Friday, August 22, 2025. Please note all applicants must complete the online questionnaire specific to this position at the time they submit their resume and cover letter in order to be considered.

The City of Guelph is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees feel welcome, valued and engaged. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All employment practices are solely based on individual merit, qualifications, and organization's needs at the time. In keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals in our job application procedures. If you need an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, you may contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.