Caretaker, Facilities Management

Description

The Facilities Management is currently seeking a Recurring Part-time Caretaker
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The Caretaking department, as a part of Facilities Management, is responsible to ensure that building structures and systems for all University owned and leased properties are cleaned and maintained in a reliable, efficient and cost effective manner to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment in which campus users can carry out their activities

The Caretaking department is responsible to provide a professional, efficient and cost effective cleaning service to the campus building entries, corridors, stairs, elevator lobbies and cars, washrooms, shower and locker rooms, classrooms, lecture theatres, teaching and performing arts theatres, sports facilities, offices, teaching labs, research labs (including areas that support animals and other research activities) in which cleaning functions are performed on set schedules.

Waste and recycling removal, building entrance maintenance and window cleaning are part of the Caretaking portfolio. Finishes in these spaces vary from concrete to carpet. The Caretaking staff carries out a variety of duties from light dusting to floor scrubbing using heavy machines. Work is carried out on a 24-hour basis, 365-days per year. Caretakers are expected to be available for any shift in the operational day.

Daily Supervision is provided by an in-scope Supervisor and/or Lead Hand. This position is a part of the AUPE Collective Bargaining Unit. Staff will be required to work a variety of shifts, including days, afternoons, nights, weekends and paid holidays. Transfer to other shifts, with notice, is a possibility. There is a potential for emergency callouts. Heavy lifting and use of ladders are required.

There is potential for exposure to hazardous materials in labs and classrooms. Employees will be entering private offices and work spaces of others so high level of trust, confidentiality and discretion are expected. Observation of work area to identify and report all repair work required, emergency situations or security risks is expected.

This position would not be suitable for someone with plant, dust or chemical allergies or sensitivities.

Staff will be required to carry out duties for each area assigned and to have the required knowledge and capability to perform complete cleaning routines according to established green and team cleaning standards and frequencies. Staff will be expected to be completely knowledgeable of and work with a variety of cleaning products, chemicals, tools and equipment.

(job functions include but are not limited to):

• Ensures area assigned is cleaned and well maintained to the team cleaning standards specified and in accordance with green cleaning program training received.
• Ensures that items requiring repair or maintenance, security or safety matters, unusual conditions or additional cleaning requirements for the assigned area are brought to the attention of the supervisor for follow up.
• Accepts shift assignments, ensures regular work attendance and timely reporting start and finish for each shift.
• Ensures that equipment used is properly cleaned and that equipment, supplies and tools are properly replaced, re-stocked and secured at the end of the shift.
• Ensures that keys assigned are used only for the purpose issued, and that they will be kept secure from sign-out until they are returned at the end of each shift worked.
• May be required to cover duties of Lead Hand or co-workers as required.
• Responsible to become familiar with all existing University structures and systems, as well as acquire knowledge of new trends, techniques, codes and equipment as they become relevant to the operation of the University.
• Ensures that equipment, work spaces, and tools supplied by the University are used for their intended purposes, and are maintained in a safe working order.
• Manages own time effectively according to schedules provided for each work area and ensures immediate supervisor is kept informed of activities, and progress of work.
• Pleasantly and respectfully interacts with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, consultants, suppliers, students and other members of the University community.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail are required attributes.
• Is expected to actively participate in own training and development in coordination with the department, and is willing to learn and adapt to changes in work type, work assigned and work areas dependent on requirements of the University.
• Meets all ongoing OHS initiatives, follows University OHS policies, procedures and OHS Legislation as required; ensuring personal, public and co-worker safety when completing tasks or engaging in potentially hazardous situations.
• Is familiar with the University of Calgary "Statement on Principles of Conduct" and conducts himself/herself according to these Principles in all situations when acting on behalf of the University of Calgary.
• Ensures regular work…