Job Description

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada's largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

Job ID #31240: Caretaker

Union:

CUPE Local 5167

ID #: 238

Close date:

Interested applicants please submit your application online at

www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city

by 4:00 p.m. on July 23rd, 2025

Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address

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External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.




The Healthy & Safe Communities Department is committed to its people and is dedicated to building a strong and healthy community. We are passionate about making a difference and are recognized for our excellence. We offer a respectful and supportive workplace that provides life-long learning opportunities, leadership, innovation and performance excellence.





We are looking for high performing public servants who are interested in experiencing a challenging, rewarding, enjoyable, and fulfilling career. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to provide excellent client service in a respectful, courageous, empathetic, just and ethical manner. Your ability to set and achieve personal goals, professional goals and contribute to the goals of the organization will result in high job satisfaction. Children's Services & Neighbourhood Development leads, plans and manages city wide early years and child care systems and provides comprehensive evidence based support services to children, families and the community. The division provides leadership, expertise and support for broad based departmental program development, program evaluation and social policy initiatives.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reporting to the Program Manager, Children's & Home Management Services, cleans the building in compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, Public Health and Ministry of Education Policies.

GENERAL DUTIES

Washes, disinfects and polishes sinks, toilets, mirrors, towel dispensers, drinking fountains, windows and other fixtures.





Sweeps, dust mops, vacuums, wet mops and machine washes floors, carpets and stairs.





Strips old wax, applies sealer and wax, spray buffs floors using floor polisher when directed by the Program Manager.





Empties, washes and disinfects all waste containers, deposits waste in an outdoor dumpster, and puts garbage out curb side weekly for pickup.





Checks and secures all windows, faucet taps and doors prior to closure, daily.





Cleans walls, ceilings, vents, doors, radiators and cupboards.





Replaces light bulbs, dusts and washes light covers.





Cleans and stores cleaning equipment in a locked area and reports equipment breakdowns.





Stores hazardous materials in a locked area.





Lifts, carries and moves supplies and furniture.





Checks and reports on cleaning supply levels.





Checks emergency lights and reports malfunctions.





Sweeps and shovels snow, ice and slush from outside entrance and salt the area.





Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.





Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience related to duties listed above normally acquired through a combination of education and relevant work experience.

Must have the ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions for the operation of simple equipment.

Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.

Working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act together with working knowledge of WHMIS data sheets relating to cleaning products.

Demonstrated ability to operate cleaning equipment such as floor polishers.

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position such as lifting and working between 2 floors.

Demonstrated ability to absorb a suitable course of in-service training.

NOTE 1:

As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check or Vulnerable Sector Screening, at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.