Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website.

Renison invites applications for a full-time, ongoing position of Custodian (40 hours per week), with the salary range of: $42,368 - $52,961 per annum. This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Objectives: Reporting to the Director, Facilities and Food Services, the incumbent is a member of the Facilities team; the team works together to ensure that each student resident receives a clean, safe, secure, comfortable and fully maintained living environment.

The incumbent is ultimately responsible to provide and maintain a high standard of cleanliness and maintenance and is required to work independently with routine duties and must also effectively work in a team to assist with common tasks and special assignments. The incumbent must offer strong verbal and written communication skills and is expected to interact in a qualified and courteous manner.





The Custodian is a frontline position requiring the incumbent to work in a student residential and office environment. As such, various accommodations are often required in order to provide excellent service. For example:

· Adjusting schedules/tasks to meet residents’/guests’/staff needs for privacy and timelines.

· Adjusting schedules/tasks to minimize disruption to residents/guests/staff, whenever possible.

All tasks are to be performed as scheduled or prioritized in accordance with the Department’s standards of regulatory compliance and service.

Additionally, the incumbent will represent Renison in a manner consistent with the values, goals, and strategic directions of the University College.

Qualifications:

Education:

· Completion of the OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) or equivalent.

· Further training, including courses, seminars, and pointed instruction in a related field is preferred.

· Proficient knowledge in standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products, and equipment.

Experience:

· Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the fields of maintenance and customer service.

· Minimum of one (1) year of custodial work experience, preferably in a post-secondary residence setting.

Skills:

· Driver’s license required.

· Basic computer literacy (e-mail, Word).

· Experience using hand and electrical tools.

· Very good communication and interpersonal skills.

· Physical stamina and dexterity.

· Ability to work under pressure.

· Attentive to detail.

· Strong customer focus.

· Reliable, adaptable, and honest.

· Works will in a team as well as independently.





· Regular work week is Saturday through Wednesday with occasional on-call availability at night, weekend, and holidays required. Vacation time is restricted to non-peak periods.

Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.

Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.

Applications will be treated confidentially and must be submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/196687).

Please include a complete resume and a letter of application. Please provide the names of three potential referees who will be contacted should your application moves forward.

References will be solicited at a later stage in the process as needed and with permission. Additionally, the successful candidate will be asked their consent to complete an educational and criminal records verification. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

Review of applications will begin on November 16, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay: $42,368.00-$52,961.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Renison University College
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