Job Posting: Janitor / Building Caretaker (Full-Time)
Organization: Mount Royal United Church (MRUC)
Location: Town of Mount Royal, Montréal, Québec
Position Type: Full-Time (Evening hours with occasional options for weekends)
Reports To: Building Manager
Compensation: Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
About Mount Royal United Church
Mount Royal United Church is an active, welcoming congregation serving the Town of Mount Royal community. Our historic building is a bustling hub, home to weekly worship services, community groups, concerts, a daycare program, and a pre-maternelle. We are committed to providing a clean, safe, and warm environment for everyone who steps through our doors.
Position Overview
We are seeking a reliable, organized, and self-motivated Janitor / Building Caretaker to oversee the cleanliness, safety, and day-to-day care of our church building and onsite daycare facilities. This hands-on role combines custodial work, event room setups, light maintenance, and seasonal ground care. The ideal candidate takes pride in maintaining a welcoming environment for worship, community programs, and special events like concerts, weddings, and funerals.
Key Responsibilities
Custodial & Cleaning Services
Church Facilities: Deep clean and maintain all offices, meeting rooms, hallways, washrooms, kitchens, sanctuary, library, and common areas.
Floor Care: Vacuum, sweep, mop, and maintain carpets and hard-surface flooring.
Sanitization: Clean and disinfect washrooms daily; replenish paper products, soap, and supplies.
Upkeep: Dust furniture, pews, windows, doors, and maintain organized janitorial storage areas.
Daycare Facilities Care
Daily Sanitization: Provide dedicated daily cleaning and sanitizing for the two daycare facilities operating within the church.
Space Maintenance: Clean daycare classrooms, entrances, stairways, washrooms, cloakrooms, and common zones to ensure a healthy, safe environment.
Waste, Recycling & Grounds
Waste Management: Collect and prepare garbage/recycling for municipal pickup days; return bins promptly and keep storage areas tidy.
Seasonal Grounds: Apply salt and sand to entrances/walkways during winter; remove exterior debris and water lawns during summer.
Event Support & Light Maintenance
Room Setups: Set up and take down tables, chairs, and furniture for services, meetings, concerts, and life events (weddings/funerals).
Minor Repairs: Replace lightbulbs, adjust fixtures, and handle small maintenance tasks.
Security & Inspections: Conduct regular safety walkthroughs; check doors, windows, lighting, and alarm systems; report major building system issues to the Building Manager.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience: Previous experience in janitorial, custodial, facilities or building maintenance is highly preferred.
Physical Capability: Good physical condition with the ability to safely lift, carry, move heavy furniture, and stand for extended periods.
Skills: Basic handy/maintenance skills are a strong asset.
Attributes: Dependable, punctual, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
Interpersonal: Friendly and professional demeanor when interacting with church staff, daycare personnel, volunteers, and visitors.
Languages: Basic conversational and written English OR French required.
How to Apply
If you are a proactive individual who wants to be a vital part of our community space, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to:
Aviyah Abrams, Building Manager
[email protected]Mount Royal United Church welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.