Caretaker - Saskatoon, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

University of Saskatchewan

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Saskatoon, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Caretaker:

The University of Saskatchewan is one of the top research-intensive universities in Canada.

Guided by our University Plan:

The University the World Needs, we work together across disciplines and with our communities to find creative solutions to the most pressing global challenges.

The main campus also houses our campus partners such as the Royal University Hospital, Jim Pattison Children's Hospital, National Research Council, and others.

The total building area is 8.1 million square feet (754,000 square meters) across 766 hectares of land.

The
Facilities team is comprised of over 300 trades personnel and service workers that provide trusted services and stewardship in support of teaching, learning, and discovery.

This team is responsible for operations, maintenance, service, utilities distribution, and customer support. The Facilities Team Charter describes the purpose, vision, and values that in turn support the campus community.

Primary Purpose:

To provide proactive cleaning services to the University of Saskatchewan campus with a focus on exceeding the expectations of students, faculty, research, administration, and visitors.

Typical Duties/Accountabilities:

Performing cleaning tasks as assigned, included but not limited to cleaning washrooms (and all related fixtures), common areas, cleaning floors (use of dry and wet mops, brooms, vacuum cleaners, automatic scrubbing machines and other related equipment) providing cleaning services in other areas as required to cover absences of other caretaking staff; reporting building deficiencies; securing the building after hours; providing efficient, courteous customer service to the university community and visiting public when circumstances require.

Qualifications

Experience:

Minimum one (1) year Caretaking and/or cleaning experience in an institutional/hospitality setting, and experience working safely with chemicals and power cleaning equipment are considered assets.

Customer and teamwork experience essential.

Skills:

Basic English reading, verbal and written communication skills at the appropriate level for the position; effective interpersonal and communication skills; customer oriented; familiarity with the appropriate power equipment; attention to detail; ability to work well independently and with others as part of a team; demonstrated ability to adapt to changing tasks and work environments; physical requirements such as being able to lift and move 25 lbs, and standing, walking, bending, moving for extended periods of time; and time management skills.

Department:
Custodial Operations

Status:
Term 6 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent

Employment Group:
CUPE 1975

Shift:
Shift times may vary, including week days morning/evening shifts and weekends morning/evening shifts. Requires full availability.

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary:
The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $ per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable):Facility Services

Salary Phase/Band:
Phase 1

Posted Date: 5/13/2024

Closing Date: 6/18/2024 at 6:00 pm CST

Number of Openings:10

Work Location:
On Campus

Criminal Record Check:
Yes

Driver's License and Abstract Check:
Not Applicable

Education/Credential Verification:
Not Applicable

Vulnerable Sector Check:
Not Applicable