Manager, Caretaking Services

Job Requirements

Please note, this position will close at 11:59PM November 6, 2026

The Manager, Caretaking Services is responsible for the operation of cleaning and maintenance services for all schools, support and administration facilities.

Specific Accountabilities

• Hires and trains staff; monitors staff performance, evaluations and setting of goals and objectives for
• staff.
• Prepares and manages the department budget; maintains records and statistics to monitor and
• control costs.
• Monitor and ensure all health and safety regulations are followed.
• Coordinates cleaning and minor maintenance programs in all facilities.
• Assists the union negotiations team during collective bargaining.
• Assists staff and public on issues related to applicable policies and procedures.
• Maintains documentation and technical data relative to the maintenance request system.
• Supervises contracted service providers to ensure quality controls.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a related field
• Six (6) to nine (9) years’ experience in institutional cleaning techniques and standards, mechanical, heating and ventilation equipment, and boiler chemical testing; including experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Fourth Class Engineering Certificate
• Certification in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHIMIS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and Lift Operation
• Valid Alberta Driver’s License and a vehicle in good operating condition
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills