Custodian

Saskatoon, SK
On-site
Posted Sep 10, 2026
1 position

$17–$20 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

The Custodian is responsible for the daily cleaning and maintenance of museum facilities, galleries, and grounds to a high standard. Key duties include performing routine custodial services, monitoring supplies, and ensuring the safety of gallery artifacts during cleaning.

Job details

Western Development Museum - Saskatoon is accepting applications for the position of Custodian General Description Reporting to the Facility & Grounds Supervisor, the Custodian supports the WDM in achieving its public trust responsibilities by ensuring the WDM Saskatoon’s facilities, galleries, and grounds are maintained to a high standard. The Custodian is responsible for supporting the daily care and cleanliness of the buildings, exhibits, and grounds. Key Duties And Responsibilities Performs routine custodial and cleaning services in all areas including public areas, museum galleries and exhibits, rental spaces, restrooms, storage rooms, and grounds. Ensures the safety and integrity of the collection generally and during the handling and cleaning of gallery artifacts. Properly documents and reports on day-to-day cleaning and maintenance, as well as any safety issues. Attends to urgent clean up situations. Monitors inventory and requests cleaning supplies and toiletries as needed. Performs closing opening and closing procedures for the Museum as scheduled. Plans and prioritizes work in consultation with the Facility and Maintenance Supervisor, Exhibits Technician, Maintenance Technician, and custodial team to complete a range of assignments. General office and other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Skills The position requires a grade 12 or equivalent and pertinent experience in cleaning and janitorial services. Prior experience working in a museum or gallery is desirable. A Class 5 Drivers license, forklift certification, aerial work platform certification, or the ability to obtain these certifications is an asset. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Experience working with or alongside volunteers and the public an asset. Good computer skills and experience using Office 365 and/or Site docs is an asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Conditions Salary range: $17.06 - $19.78 per hour Required availability: Monday - Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm The position works on-site at the WDM Saskatoon. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check. The WDM provides a substantial benefits package with paid sick leave benefits as well as employer paid health and dental benefits. WDM employees belong to the Public Employees’ Pension Plan with employee contributions being matched by the employer. We aspire to represent Saskatchewan’s diversity in all aspects of the WDM. We want people to see themselves and their histories reflected in our spaces and to create opportunities for engagement, learning and building empathy within the communities we serve. If you’re interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining how your experience makes you a good fit for the role. Application Deadline: September 22, 2026 The WDM welcomes everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the museum and heritage field. If you require accommodations to apply for this position, please contact careers@wdm.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only be contacting selected applicants.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a grade 12 education or equivalent and pertinent experience in janitorial services. A Class 5 driver's license and certifications for forklifts or aerial work platforms are considered assets.