Service Worker Caretaking

University Of Toronto; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Of Toronto Mississauga seeks a facilities worker for cleaning and custodial duties at their campus. This full-time position requires handling various maintenance and cleaning tasks, ensuring a clean environment for staff and visitors. Effective communication in English and physical capability are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related work experience desirable.
• Ability to use indicated equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and dusts furniture, floors, and washrooms.
• Collects and disposes of litter and waste.
• Assists in snow removal and set-ups for events.

Skills

Physical ability

Effective communication in English

Education

Completion of tenth grade

Tools

Heavy duty electric buffers

Automatic floor machines

Vacuum cleaners

Carpet cleaning equipment

Power washing equipment

Job description

Date Posted: 06/19/2025
Req ID: 43708
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM: Facilities, Management & Planning
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)



Description:

Under general supervision works according to detailed procedures in cleaning and custodial duties, may assist in other maintenance duties.

Typical Duties:

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required, and the extent of responsibility involved in this position. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated.

Flexibility of the employee to perform a wide variety of functions is necessary in successfully fulfilling the requirements of this position. The degree to which each employee performs each of the following tasks listed below will vary according to where and when the employee is scheduled to work.



a) cleans and dusts furniture, floors, hallways, stairways and ledges, using authorized and appropriate materials and equipment including heavy duty electric buffers, automatic floor machines, large dust mops, vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaning equipment and other cleaning equipment;

b) reconditions floors as required; including stripping, refinishing, scrubbing, spray buffing, buffing, sealing and other related floor care duties;

c) regularly cleans washrooms, including sinks, walls and partitions, toilets, urinals, mirrors, floors, metal fixtures, plumbing fixtures and faucets;

d) collects litter from floors and waste/compost from receptacles, empties into janitor cart, removes garbage/recycling from buildings and deposits into waste bins or compactors;

e) cleans carpets as required; removes spots/stains from surfaces as required;

f) washes windows and walls including partition glass;

g) moves and resets furniture when necessary, in order to complete work;

h) makes beds for residence guests in residence operations when necessary;

i) cleans blackboards, whiteboards and other writing surfaces as directed; replenishes supplies as required;

j) replenishes paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap and sanitizers to receptacles within washrooms and utility kitchens and other areas as required;

k) changes light bulbs and cleans fixtures as required;

l) clears exterior entrance ways of buildings of debris and garbage;

m) cleans exterior entrance pads and podiums using power washing equipment;

n) assists in snow removal when necessary;

o) may periodically assist with set ups for special events and exams;

p) cleans escalators and elevator interior and exterior;

q) locks and unlocks doors as directed; and

r) other related duties as required.



Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Completion of tenth grade or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: One year of related work experience is desirable.

Other: Physical ability to perform duties described and to use indicated equipment. Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).



THE WORK HOURS FOR THIS POSITION IS SUNDAY TO THURSDAY, 11:00PM TO 7:30AM



Closing Date:07/02/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly / CUPE L3261
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:Job Rate: $25.50/hr
Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services