Job ID #32319: Site Maintenance Caretaker

City of Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hamilton is seeking a Site Maintenance Caretaker to support facilities across city locations. You will perform general maintenance, janitorial tasks, and basic repairs, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and equipment upkeep, while ensuring safety and cleanliness.

You will cover varied shifts, work outdoors in all weather, and may service multiple sites as required. A valid driver’s license and WHMIS training are needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in janitorial/maintenance and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• WHMIS and MSDS knowledge; willingness to obtain within 3 months.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to operate hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks across facilities, including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC and electrical work.
• Provide janitorial and cleaning services; set up for meetings and events.
• Assist with life-safety equipment checks and basic repairs; operate tools and equipment as required.
• Work in varied shifts, outdoors in inclement weather, covering multiple locations as needed.
• Coordinate with supervisors and respond to facility-related service requests.

Skills

Experience in janitorial/maintenance

Independence

Biohazard cleanup

Stair climbing

HVAC knowledge

Tool use

Customer service

Reading instructions

Math basics

Lifting ability

Driver's license

Computer skills

Working at Heights

Building systems knowledge

Weather resilience

Education

WHMIS certification

MSDS knowledge

Certified Pool Operator training

Tools

Class G driver's license

Job description

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

• Job ID #32319: Site Maintenance Caretaker


• Union: CUPE Local 5167


• Job Description ID #: 6989


• Close date: 4:00 p.m. on November 25, 2026.


• Duration: Up to 24 months


• Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy OR This posting is for talent pool purposes and does not represent an immediate vacancy OR This posting will be used to fill current vacancies, as well as any further vacancies which arise during the period noted above

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reports to the Facilities Management Supervisor and works directly with the City Hall; Downtown Facilities and/or Stadium Building Maintenance Coordinator and/or Supervisor. Provides general operations and maintenance services, as well as janitorial services. Seven-day operation to cover maintenance operations, varying shift, to cover vacation and/or illness and/or events. Will need to provide coverage at multiple locations. Work in inclement weather as required.

GENERAL DUTIES

Handyperson tasks include, but not limited to; hang pictures, whiteboards, change batteries, change carpet tiles, adjust door closures, replace ceiling tiles, minor plumbing, minor grounds maintenance (winter/summer), moving furniture, painting, general maintenance, etc.

Complete flooring work and repairs, such as, carpet tiles, resilient floor, etc.

Maintain and adjust doors, adjust door closures, replace door closures, repair/replace door handles and hinges.

Painting and drywall repair.

Assist Facility Technicians, and independently make repairs, related to facility items such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and various other multi trade functions.

Perform plumbing repairs, such as batteries, solenoids, flush valves, water closet change outs, etc.

Operate hand and power tools, and equipment, such as saws, hammers, drills, leaf blowers, shovels, electrostatic sprayer, etc.

Clean and dispose of biohazards with proper PPE (i.e., needles, syringes, bodily fluids, etc.); trained on electrostatic sprayer and proper disinfecting procedures including understanding DIN (drug identification numbers) for disinfecting agents.

Provides Audio Visual (AV) support; provide cables and technical support to clients as it pertains to A/V; as well as trouble shooting AV issues while meetings are in progress (i.e. Council Meetings).

Ensure full circle check of sidewalks, gardens, and parking lots are fee from health & safety hazards, litter and any other obstructions.

Work on decorative fountains/pools, including chlorinating/PH, pump maintenance, equipment maintenance maintaining, follow and inventory of SDS, PPE and chemical supplies; require CPO certification.

Perform chemical testing for cooling tower.

Performs graffiti management.

Backpack blowing while climbing stairs

Wildlife control (i.e. birds, squirrels, bats cats, raccoons).

Pressure washes (high power-fire hose) stands, walls, loading dock etc.

Inventories, troubleshoots, and performs minor maintenance on Life-saving equipment (i.e., AED and accessories, Fire Extinguishers, EpiPens).

Dusts, mops, sweeps and washes floors. Sprays, waxes and buffs floors with buffing machine.

Dusts and/or wipes clean desks, tables, counter tops, cabinets, window ledges, chairs, telephones, screen dividers and computer equipment. Dust/wipe/vacuum all high areas (pictures, plaques, vents and louvers, blinds etc.).

Cleans drinking fountains and water filling stations, as required. Empties, picks-up and disposes of all waste, organics and recycling.

Cleans washrooms, toilets, urinals, sinks, counters, mirrors, paper towel dispensers etc.

Maintains inventory and updates records of all building supplies.

Replaces paper towels, toilet tissue and soap in dispensers as required and brings supplies to work areas. Vacuums/shampoos carpets, runners and upholstered furniture. Spot cleans when necessary.

Set up meetings and special events, including but not limited to audio-visual, furniture, water, glasses, etc, ensuring

• Guidelines are maintained as well as Municipal protocols.

Reconfigure furniture as required according to corporate guidelines and standards. Assist with maintaining flag protocol using Working at Heights equipment. Works at heights as required.

Performs minor repairs on electrical systems within the scope of abilities. Changes various lightbulbs, batteries, etc.

Troubleshooting automatic dishwasher, small appliances, commercial ice machine.

Assists & provides direction to part-time staff on their duties/general safety/technology.

Interacts with internal and external clients.

Clears snow and salt entrances and/or walkways.

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous experience related to all duties; in a similar setting listed above; including but not limited to dusting, mopping, stripping/waxing/buffing floors, cleaning windows, vacuuming/shampooing carpets, waste/recycling removal, cleaning fountains, sanitizing, hanging pictures/signs, changing lightbulbs, changing batteries, meeting room set-ups, small repairs, patching/painting, basic plumbing (i.e. plunging), receiving/stocking supplies, move/relocate furniture, open and close work orders for assigned work
   


2. Ability to work independently prioritizing changing demands and requests and executing within minimal supervision to achieve best possible outcomes.
   


3. Knowledge of W.H.M.I.S. (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certification or must successfully obtain within 3 months of obtaining the position.
   


4. Knowledge of M.S.D.S (Material Safety Data Sheet).
   


5. Knowledge of biohazard cleanup.
   


6. Able to physically climb 20 flights of stairs, while wearing maintenance equipment.
   


7. Knowledge of Building Automation (i.e. HVAC, lighting).
   


8. Capable of safely using hand & power tools


9. Strong customer service, public relations and conflict resolution skills to deal with internal/external clients.
   


10. Have the ability to read and clearly understand written and verbal instructions for the safe operation of equipment, such as, buffing machine, vacuum, cleaning agents, work orders etc.
    


11. Basic mathematical knowledge, to safely mix chemicals (i.e. cleaning agents, fountain chemicals).
    


12. Able to lift up to 50lbs, as required.
    


13. Must possess and maintain a Class \"G\" Driver's License valid in the Province of Ontario and a point-free driving record and or record found to be satisfactory to the City of Hamilton.
    


14. Competent computer skills (outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) including experience and knowledge of computerized systems and associated controls, components, and software.
    


15. Demonstrated ability to operate maintenance equipment and tools; including but not limited to: drills, screwdrivers, wrenches, leaf blowers, hammers, levels, bolt cutters, floor machines, buffers.
    


16. Working at Heights training (certified or must attain within 3 months).
    


17. Certified Pool Operator training (certified or must attain within 3 months).
    


18. Must be able to work in inclement weather (i.e.: snow, rain, heat).
    

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS \"G\" DRIVER'S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.

SALARY:

Salary Grade D

HOURS:

38.75 per week

NOTE 1:

This position will require the incumbent(s) to work evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy.Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.