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Baxter Arts Centre Building Superintendent

Please submit your resume by 5pm on June 17, 2022

Title: Building Superintendent

Reports to: Baxter Arts Centre Board through the Designated Director - Building

General Description:

• The Building Superintendent will be responsible for keeping the Don Baxter Memorial Building (i.e., the Baxter Arts Centre) in a clean and orderly condition;

Specific Duties of the Building Superintendent:

The Building Superintendent will perform duties such as:
 

• cleaning restrooms and kitchen after classes, re-stocking disposables (e.g., hand soap, toilet tissue), removing rubbish and recycling, and sanitizing door handles and horizontal surfaces;

• replenishing the inventory of materials and supplies needed to perform the Superintendent’s duties;

• mowing the lawn and clearing snow or debris from sidewalks and steps, and, as necessary, applying salt and sand on these surfaces;

• replacing light bulbs, making minor repairs to windows, doors, switches, tables, equipment, appliances, sinks, toilets, window blinds etc.;

• notifying the Board of the need for major repairs (e.g., roof wind damage);

• periodically stripping and applying wax to tiled floors in the restrooms and kitchen;

• washing accessible interior and exterior windows;

• laundering cleaning rags, dish towels and dust mops;

• using and maintaining power equipment and hand tools (e.g., vacuums*, brooms, mops, and squeegees) for the cleaning and maintenance of floors, walls, furniture, etc.

• using ladders when required (e.g., replacing fluorescent light bulbs);

• checking and replacing furnace filters monthly, or as needed;

• periodically checking the dehumidifier in the basement and cleaning the filter when required during the Summer;

• maintaining the basement area in a clean and tidy condition;

• following up with the private service to maintain the fire extinguishers;

• maintaining a library of user manuals for appliances and fixtures that can be referred to when needed;

• locking and unlocking the building for users when requested by the Board/program manager; otherwise securing the building when facilities are not in use;

• assisting with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc. where that service has been specifically requested by the user and approved by the Board/rental manager; (otherwise it is the responsibility of the renter/user of the building);

• adhering to the Centre’s safety policies to ensure a safe environment for everyone*;

• attending to emergencies when necessary; and,

• performing related duties as required.

Qualifications:
 

• high school diploma/GED preferred.

• proven experience as a building superintendent or in a similar role

• highly motivated and able to work independently.

• exhibiting initiative, responsibility, and flexibility.

• able to perform small repairs (e.g., caulking, replacing washers and light fixtures).

• the ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job, including the ability to lift up to 22 kg , with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Please note that a recent clear Canadian Criminal Records check is a requirement for this Position.

Hours of Work & Remuneration

• Hours may vary from week to week as determined by the Board/Director designated for the Building.

• The Building Superintendent may be required to periodically work evenings, weekends and statutory holidays.

• The hours to be worked each week will vary depending on use of the facility and the requirements of the season, however they are expected to range from 0 to 10 hours per week maximum.  Hours will be governed by instructions to be issued weekly by the Program Manager.

• The total annual compensation for the Building Superintendent has been set at $6,000 based on $20 per hour with an average of 6 hours per week. 

• The Building Superintendent will be retained as an independent contractor and not as an employee of the Baxter Arts Centre. Compensation for travel is not provided.

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For more information, or to submit a resume, please contact chair@baxterartscentre.org