Facilities Caretaker

**Facilities Caretaker**

We are currently seeking a dedicated and responsible Facilities Caretaker to join our team. You will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and overall maintenance of our veterinary clinic facilities. You will play a crucial role in creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for our staff, clients, and patients.

King Animal Hospital is a new 60,000 sq ft. Equine and Small Animal Specialty Referral & Emergency Services Hospital located on 50 acres in King City, Ontario. The hospital has 4 floors with elevator and stair access, and the standards for cleanliness and upkeep of the facility will be on-par with that of human health care.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Perform regular cleaning and sanitization of all areas within the clinic, including examination rooms, waiting areas, surgical suites, and common areas.
- Monitor and restock supplies in designated areas, such as paper towels, hand soap, disinfectants, and other cleaning materials.
- Dispose of waste and hazardous materials according to established protocols and regulations.
- Conduct routine inspections of facilities to identify and report any maintenance or safety issues.
- Coordinate with external vendors for repair and maintenance services when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and other safety guidelines.
- Maintain inventory of cleaning and janitorial supplies and submit purchase requests as needed.
- Assist with the organization and storage of medical and office supplies.
- Support the veterinary team by performing additional tasks as assigned.

**What We Offer**

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

- Extended health and dental insurance, and life insurance,
- Paid time off including vacation, sick days
- Discounts on personal pet services and products,
- Uniform allowance.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or GED is an asset.
- Minimum 3 years, but ideally 5 or more years of experience in facilities maintenance, janitorial services, or a related field
- Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, sanitation procedures, and handling of cleaning chemicals.
- Experience in infection control protocols.
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform physical tasks, such as bending, kneeling, and reaching.
- Comfortable working in a veterinary clinic environment and around animals.
- Reliable transportation to commute to the hospital is required. The hospital is not accessible by public transit.
- We are an equal opportunity employer, and each applicant will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law._

**Salary**: From $21.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

**Experience**:

- Maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person