Job Description

The Municipality of Grey Highlands invites applications for:

Municipal Facilities Caretaker

Permanent, Part-Time (28 hours/week)

$18.40 - $21.54/hour

Join our team of dedicated and professional staff, and experience a collaborative, supportive work environment where your efforts are appreciated and your growth valued. You will have the unique opportunity to work with some truly inspirational community leaders and collaborate with colleagues to accomplish organizational objectives, shaping the future of Grey Highlands together. If you are ready to immerse yourself in an enriching, fast-paced role and contribute to the continuing development of Grey Highlands, we are eager to hear from you.

What we offer

:

Contributory Pension Plan (OMERS) eligibility for all employees

Vacation Pay as determined by employment standards

Learning and Development Opportunities

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Manager of Parks and Recreation or their designate, as part of the Community Services Department, the successful candidate will perform duties in accordance with departmental and corporate work plans and priorities, including but not limited to the following:

Perform cleaning and maintenance of municipal offices, meeting rooms, public areas, washrooms, entrances, and common spaces.

Set up and take down rooms for community events, rentals, and municipal functions.

Maintain cleaning and maintenance records, and manage supplies and equipment.

Follow cleaning and sanitation protocols in accordance with Public Health Ontario, Grey Bruce Health Unit, and ORFA guidelines.

Conduct inspections, report maintenance needs, and address safety hazards.

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff and the public, attending meetings, assisting during shortages or emergencies, and communicating ideas or improvements.

Comply with health and safety policies and the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA), including using PPE, following safe procedures, and reporting unsafe conditions.

What the ideal candidate will possess:

OSSD (Grade 12) or equivalent

A minimum of one (1) year of custodial experience, preferably in a public facility.

Valid G Driver's License.

Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment and initiative when dealing with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.

Ability to provide timely and courteous customer service.

Knowledge of safe work practices, WHMIS, and proper use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Good judgment and initiative, and the ability to follow directions.

Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team.

Basic computer literacy and Microsoft Office skills

Responsible, as an employee, for health & safety under the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA). This includes, but is not limited to:

Working safely within the law and safe work practices/procedures (understanding and following standard operating procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, using MSDS information, ensuring all guards are in place)

Immediately reporting unsafe acts, conditions, or contraventions of the OHSA to a supervisor, the JHSC, or a Health & Safety representative.

Maintaining a clean, orderly work area.

What we will require:

A Police Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Municipality

Proof of your current and valid certificate(s), licenses and/or educational qualifications, if applicable

Three valid references for a background check

Candidates for the above position are invited to submit resumes, preferably by e-mail, referencing "Municipal Facilities Caretaker" prior to 3:00 pm on Monday, September 22, 2025, to Selena Ward, HR and H&S Coordinator, 206 Toronto St. South, PO Box 409, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0

careers@greyhighlands.ca

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. This document can be made available in other accessible formats as soon as practicable and upon request. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment. Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Driver's Abstracts; Drug/Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.40-$21.54 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

Work Location: In person