Caretaking Services

Operations & Maintenance

Position number: 27753

Date posted: July 30, 2026

Job details : Caretaker Supervisor - Administrative Assistant 3 (AESES)

Existing Regular Continuing Full-Time (Budget Funded)

- Full-time:

- Yes

- Permanent:

- Yes

- Work schedule:

- 38.75 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 6:00 am - 2:15 pm

- Salary:

- $31.30 to $44.11 per hour ($63,069.50 to $88,881.65 per annum)

- Expected Start Date

- August 24, 2026

- Trial/Probation period:

- 1007 hours worked

Qualifications : MINIMUM FORMAL EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIRED :

- Undergraduate Degree in a related discipline is required.
- Post-Secondary Education (i.e. Business Administration, Management, Trades) is preferred.
- Sound knowledge of all aspects of custodial and ice-making operation and pool maintenance including, cleaning chemicals and mechanical cleaning equipment is required.
- Sound knowledge of the CSA B52 Mechanical Refrigeration code, Power Engineers act, and the Provincial Health act is also required.
- Must be certified as a Pool Operator and have a Power Engineering Certificate in Refrigeration.

EXPERIENCE :

- Three years of directly related experience in facility management/supervision is required.
- Must have solid supervisory/leadership experience which includes coordinating and supervising the work of others, maintaining productivity and staff morale, recruitment, training and performance management.
- Experience working in a pool and/or arena and ammonia plants is required.
- Previous experience supervising in a unionized environment is preferred.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

- Must demonstrate effective communication (verbal and written) and excellent analytical,



organizational interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff, the University community at large and visitors to the campus.is required.
- Demonstrated abilities to problem solve, exercise judgement and make sound independent decisions required.
- Must be receptive to and adapt to change and be willing to promote new ideas and techniques.
- Must be able to maintain and compile accurate records, estimates and reports.
- Must be willing to adjust their schedule to respond to emergency needs.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

Key responsibilities :

- Assist the Manager, Caretaking Services in gathering and analyzing data and identifying, planning, directing and implementing Long Term Strategic Planning for the department.
- Assist with managing a budget for salaries of staff and order supplies, distribute and control levels of supplies.
- Assist the Manager in preparing and control of annual budget, including preparation of request for purchase of equipment.
- Prepare estimates for projects, requisitions, special events as requested.
- Stay abreast of new technologies, methods, and equipment related to their area of responsibility.
- Work closely with suppliers and external groups for the purpose of acquiring information to resolve operational problems and to provide optimum service and efficiency.
- Make recommendations, initiate the purchasing of equipment and supplies.




- Keep equipment inventory current and advise the Manager of any changes.
- Regularly deal with staff problems and lead staff meetings.
- Direct staff and make necessary staffing changes due to absenteeism, vacations and emergencies.
- Works closely with the Manager in implementing job training programs for current and existing employees, ensures the proper and safe use of materials and equipment.
- Conduct annual performance appraisals and absenteeism review meetings, recommend staff for the Attendance Management Program.
- Authorize and schedule vacations, overtime and the scheduling of additional custodial resources to meet the need of the departments.
- Monitor performance of employees, job safety and care of custodial rooms and equipment.
- Implement job training programs for new and existing employees, ensure the proper and safe use of materials and equipment at all times.
- Maintain and submit payroll documents, document and maintain all custodial related measures in a systematic fashion.
- Maintain familiarity regarding University policies, procedures and collective agreements.
- Maintain close contact with the HR Department and Union Representatives.
- Receive and deal with all grievances at the first stage of the grievance procedure and thereafter. Might be required to attend arbitration meetings.
- Provide services to buildings on campus within the respective area.
- Provide and coordinate custodial services for University convocations, athletic events, meetings and large conventions.
- Meet and plan with the user groups and recreation service staff regarding all event programming.
- Investigate concerns of building users and initiate corrective action as required.
- Supervise the custodial services

📌 Caretaker Supervisor - Administrative Assistant 3 (Aeses) (Winnipeg)
🏢 University of Manitoba
📍 Winnipeg