Job Number:

J0426-0049

Posting Date:

April 9, 2026

Closing Date:

April 17, 2026

Job Title:

Caretaker

Branch/Department:

Toronto Reference Library

Division:

Service Development & Innovation

Employment Type:

Permanent Part Time

Status:

Part-Time

# of Open Positions:

1

Salary:

$30.64 - $34.60/Hour

Pay Band:

PE008

New vacancy:

No

Hours per week and Schedule of Work: (Hours and Schedule of work are subject to change in accordance with Article 19):

Shifts vary based on schedule of bookings; shift selection completed monthly.

Venue Rentals Caretakers schedule based on operational needs. Schedule are drafted and published monthly and shift can take place Monday to Sunday and may include early morning or overnight shifts.

Venue Rental Caretakers shifts take place a branches with Premium Venue locations including Toronto Reference Library, North York Central, Bloor Gladstone, Fort York and Scarborough Civic Centre.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor, is required to carry out caretaking and janitorial duties in and around the building, and to perform other related duties as assigned.

DUTIES:

• janitorial cleaning of specified areas, including tile and carpeted floors, washing of walls and furniture, dusting and waste disposal
• washroom sanitation and replenishment of supplies
• window cleaning – internal glass and display cases and external glass, not over ten feet in height
• outside clean-up of grounds throughout the year, including snow removal, etc.
• meeting room set-up following written or verbal instructions
• maintenance of internal plants (watering, cleaning, etc.)
• assists with movement of material and equipment, e.g. filing cabinets, desks, cupboards, screens, etc., following written or verbal instructions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Ontario Grade 10 education or equivalent

• Two years of experience in janitorial and caretaking work required

• Capable of lifting and moving heavy objects and doing inside and outside work throughout the year

• Valid Class "G" driver's licence

• Ability to read and understand work instructions essential

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

About TPL
Toronto Public Library (TPL) is North America’s busiest public library system. TPL employs approximately 2,400 staff who provide high quality library services to the people of Toronto across 100 locations.

The Toronto Public Library does not ask for a credit card, banking information, or social insurance number during the recruitment process. Do not respond to emails or requests for information about jobs at TPL that are not sent from an @tpl.ca address.

ACCOMMODATION:
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Toronto Public Library (TPL) invites applications from all qualified individuals. The Library is committed to equal opportunity, diversity in the workplace, equity and reconciliation, and welcomes applications from Indigenous people, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people and women.

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Toronto Public Library (TPL) will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Toronto Public Library (TPL) reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.