Caretaker, Trainee

Job summary

The Caretaker Trainee will learn to perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance tasks at the Inglewood Opportunity Hub. They are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe environment while adhering to health and safety standards.

Job details

We're a not-for-profit mental health centre based in Calgary, with locations across Alberta. Our mission is to build good mental health and well-being so everyone can thrive in their community. We're looking for a Caretaker, Trainee to join our team! Please note this is a Part-Time position Job Summary Reporting to the Manager of Facilities and Team Leader at the Inglewood Opportunity Hub, the Caretaker Trainee is an entry-level role focused on developing the skills needed to support the routine cleaning and minor maintenance of buildings and grounds at the Inglewood Opportunity Hub. Working under guidance and supervision, the Caretaker Trainee contributes to a safe, clean, and welcoming environment while ensuring diligence with the standards of the Health and Safety Management System at Wood’s Homes. Key Responsibilities Learn to identify and respond to both immediate and long-term cleaning and facility upkeep needs, including daily requirements at the Inglewood Opportunity Hub Sweep, wet mop, and scrub floors Strip, seal, wax, and polish floors under supervision Remove waste material from the building Wash walls, ceilings, and external windows Maintain and care for office plants Maintain a clean inventory of supplies and notify the supervisor when restocking is required Attend facilities or IOH meetings as required Complete all required health and safety training and apply learning on the job Promptly report workplace hazards, unsafe or unhealthy conditions, or incidents (including near misses, injuries, or equipment damage) to a supervisor Perform other related duties as assigned to support learning and team operations Qualifications Preferred Experience: Completion of grade 10 Completion of certificates through LEAD or other employment programs Involvement in one or more services at the Inglewood Opportunity Hub Experience in building cleaning operations Why choose us. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We empower and are advocates for our employees by welcoming, respecting and valuing their unique perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. At Wood’s Homes we embrace each other’s differences and strive to learn and grow from them. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this position.

What you’ll do

The Caretaker Trainee will learn to perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance tasks at the Inglewood Opportunity Hub. They are responsible for maintaining a clean, safe environment while adhering to health and safety standards.

Requirements

The role prefers candidates with a grade 10 education and experience through employment programs or previous cleaning operations. Applicants should be willing to learn facility upkeep and follow safety protocols.

Listed skills

• Cleaning · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Cleaning
• Floor maintenance
• Waste removal
• Facility upkeep
• Health and safety compliance
• Inventory management
• Minor maintenance

Job areas

• Social Services
• Trades
• Administrative

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