At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.

Reporting to the Campus Manager, Moosonee, the Caretaker will provide cleaning services in all areas of the college campus. They will perform caretaking and some minor grounds-keeping duties in addition to moving and setting up furniture and equipment. The incumbent will ensure that buildings and property are secure, floors and walkways are safe, and rubbish is removed on a regular basis to ensure attractive and suitable surroundings for staff and students. The incumbent will provide access to the building for students and community events on the weekends.

What you will be doing:

• Dust, washes, and polishes office and classroom furnishings, cleans and disinfects washroom facilities. Replenishes basic classroom and washroom supplies;
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors as appropriate, empty waste baskets and remove trash.
• Maintain floors through surface cleaning, spray buffing and polishing. Maintain carpets, including performing minor repairs;
• May be required to shovel snow and control ice problems as required. Perform basic grounds maintenance as required. Operate equipment required for the above tasks; and
• May be required to perform minor repairs to buildings and equipment as appropriate.

What you will need to be considered:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• One (1) year of experience working as a building caretaker.

The successful candidate will be able to manage their time effectively, work both alone and in a team, be punctual, reliable, and trustworthy. The incumbent will have the ability to perform and develop good cleaning methods with knowledge of chemicals and safe workplace practices.

Please note this position qualifies under Northern College’s protocol for hiring in remote regions. Candidates with relevant experience and who do not meet the education requirements may be given consideration based on relevant equivalent qualifications.

What Northern has to offer:

• Defined benefit pension plan;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Wellness programs;
• Employee Assistance Program; and
• Relocation expense reimbursement.