Caretaker

Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for library patrons, visitors and staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for completing cleaning duties thoroughly, efficiently and with limited supervision and in accordance with health and safety requirements. They will be responsible for clearing snow, ice and fallen debris from library and headquarters exterior walkways and other pathways. They will also be responsible for performing simple maintenance tasks. **For complete duties and qualifications, go to "Work at the Library" page on our website: www.westerncounties.ca**

· Clean and disinfect staff rooms, offices, washrooms, library spaces, common areas and other assigned spaces.

· Sweep, mop, vacuum and machine scrub floors and carpets as required.

· Empty and sort garbage, recycling and compost and clean containers as required.

· Replenish washroom and cleaning supplies.

· Complete assigned daily cleaning duties and periodic weekly, monthly, and seasonal tasks in accordance with instructions and library expectations.

· Perform periodic deep cleaning of staff room, washrooms, hallways, stairwells and common areas.

· Respond to spills and unexpected cleaning needs, following appropriate health and safety procedures.

· Safely use, maintain, and store cleaning chemicals, tools and equipment in accordance with product instructions, WHMIS requirements, and workplace procedures.

· Order cleaning supplies via the Office Manager.

As Needed:

**Interior and Exterior Maintenance**

· Replace consumables (ex: light bulbs, filters, smoke detector batteries)

· Perform minor plumbing fixes (ex: unclogging sink drains, tightening loose faucet handles, replacing toilet flush valves)

· Clean windows, doors and fix screens.

· Keep walkways and parking lot clear of trash and fallen debris.

· Keep walkways and loading dock free of ice and snow.

· Keep property clean. Remove waste.

· Do yardwork (ex: pull weeds, trim shrubs, prune, water plants)

· Paint and touch-ups to interior and exterior surfaces, including repairing scuffs, chips, stains and peeling paint.

**Safety, Security and Systems Checks**

· Assist with maintaining building security, including securing doors and windows, following established access procedures, and promptly reporting security concerns or unusual activity

· Perform property inspections and promptly report maintenance concerns, damage and safety hazards that cannot be addressed by the caretaker.

· Test safety equipment (ex: smoke alarms, emergency lights)

· Education: Grade 12 or higher

· Languages: Ability to speak, read and write in English at a grade 12 level.

· Related experience in cleaning commercial properties and general maintenance required

· Ability to safetly lift equipment weighting up to 50 lbs.

· Access to reliable transportation

· Ability to work without direct supervision

· Strong communication skills

· Knowledge of commercial cleaning products and equipment

· Ability to prioritize tasks

· Ability to maintain a professional demeanor

· Detail oriented

Benefits (cost-shared): health and dental insurance

Paid time off

48 hours bi-weekly

Schedule: typically Tuesday to Friday, 7 am to 2 pm, including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

This is a 1-year term, part-time union position.

Anticipated start date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026.