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| Reference #: | 29688 |
| Position Type: | Temporary |
| Location: | London, ON |
| Date Posted: | Mar 28, 2023 |
| Experience: | 1 Year |
| Education: | High School Diploma |
Job Description
Classification & Regular Hours
Hours per Week: 40
Hourly Rate: $19.72
Please note, there are multiple vacancies available
About Western
Considered Canada's most beautiful University, Western's main campus spans 400 acres of Gothic-style
buildings mixed with modern LEED-certified capital structures providing an idyllic environment for our
community of scholars. The university is located in London, Canada, a safe, vibrant and welcoming
community of more than 350,000 people serving as a regional medical and industrial hub for southwestern
Ontario.
About Us
Facilities Management is responsible for the planning, development, construction, operation, maintenance and
stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Western's campus community.
Responsibilities
The Caretaker will assess and conduct cleaning/maintenance activities in order to provide a clean, safe and
professionally maintained University facility under the direction of the Lead Caretaker or Building Manager.
Qualifications
Education:
- Completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Previous institutional, hotel, or hospitality cleaning experience including the operation of cleaning
equipment and use of cleaning materials
- Previous customer service experience, including maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, acknowledging
and interacting with clients on a daily basis and displaying professional behavior
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the caretaking
role
- In-depth understanding of tools, equipment, principles, materials, and terminology associated with the
caretaking role
- Basic understanding of other functions within Facilities Management and other business units within the
University community with which you interact
- Comprehensive knowledge in the current versions of all applicable legislation, regulations, codes and
standards
- Ability to investigate, identify, analyze and document information in written or electronic form and
resolve problems, as well as organize and order work materials, tools, and support staff in the shop and on the
job site
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including to lift and transport materials, bend, excavate,
climb and reach repetitively, as well as to work in areas containing designated substances found within OH&S
Act as required
- Ability to work well in a team environment as well as autonomously with minimal supervision, and to
perform tasks in emergency situations
- Ability to interpret and work from electronic/written operation instruction sheets as well as mechanical
electrical, and geographical drawings/maps and produce quick-sketch working diagrams
- Comprehensive electronic, oral and written communication skills with ability to listen fully and respond
courteously to instructions, questions and comments
- Dependable and co-operative disposition with ability to establish a rapport with customers, leaders and
peers, as well as to interact with others in positive ways which develop mutual understanding, respect and
productive relationships
- Organizational skills with ability to order work materials and tools, and to support staff in the shop and on
the job site
Union Statement
Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first
consideration to qualified CUPE 2361 applicants.
Background Checks
Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector,
criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity
and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible
minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any
gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you
require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at
hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
Interested applicants are asked to visit https://recruit.uwo.ca/ for further information and to apply online referencing job #29688 by 11:59PM on May 21, 2023.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Hours per Week: 40
Hourly Rate: $19.72
Please note, there are multiple vacancies available
About Western
Considered Canada's most beautiful University, Western's main campus spans 400 acres of Gothic-style
buildings mixed with modern LEED-certified capital structures providing an idyllic environment for our
community of scholars. The university is located in London, Canada, a safe, vibrant and welcoming
community of more than 350,000 people serving as a regional medical and industrial hub for southwestern
Ontario.
About Us
Facilities Management is responsible for the planning, development, construction, operation, maintenance and
stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Western's campus community.
Responsibilities
The Caretaker will assess and conduct cleaning/maintenance activities in order to provide a clean, safe and
professionally maintained University facility under the direction of the Lead Caretaker or Building Manager.
Qualifications
Education:
- Completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Experience:
- Previous institutional, hotel, or hospitality cleaning experience including the operation of cleaning
equipment and use of cleaning materials
- Previous customer service experience, including maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, acknowledging
and interacting with clients on a daily basis and displaying professional behavior
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the caretaking
role
- In-depth understanding of tools, equipment, principles, materials, and terminology associated with the
caretaking role
- Basic understanding of other functions within Facilities Management and other business units within the
University community with which you interact
- Comprehensive knowledge in the current versions of all applicable legislation, regulations, codes and
standards
- Ability to investigate, identify, analyze and document information in written or electronic form and
resolve problems, as well as organize and order work materials, tools, and support staff in the shop and on the
job site
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including to lift and transport materials, bend, excavate,
climb and reach repetitively, as well as to work in areas containing designated substances found within OH&S
Act as required
- Ability to work well in a team environment as well as autonomously with minimal supervision, and to
perform tasks in emergency situations
- Ability to interpret and work from electronic/written operation instruction sheets as well as mechanical
electrical, and geographical drawings/maps and produce quick-sketch working diagrams
- Comprehensive electronic, oral and written communication skills with ability to listen fully and respond
courteously to instructions, questions and comments
- Dependable and co-operative disposition with ability to establish a rapport with customers, leaders and
peers, as well as to interact with others in positive ways which develop mutual understanding, respect and
productive relationships
- Organizational skills with ability to order work materials and tools, and to support staff in the shop and on
the job site
Union Statement
Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first
consideration to qualified CUPE 2361 applicants.
Background Checks
Please note, successful applicants may be required to produce current record check(s) (e.g. vulnerable sector,
criminal record and police information) from a police service prior to commencing employment.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity
and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible
minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any
gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you
require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at
hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
Interested applicants are asked to visit https://recruit.uwo.ca/ for further information and to apply online referencing job #29688 by 11:59PM on May 21, 2023.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
