Part-Time Cleaner

The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) seeks a Part-Time Cleaner to join our Facilities team.

Located in Toronto, the AGO attracts approximately one million visitors annually with its extensive collection of more than 120,000 works of art.

Responsibilities:

Housekeeping

• Using proper equipment, chemicals, and techniques: cleans washrooms including cubicles, mirrors, fixtures, waste receptacles, walls and floors. Replenishes paper products, personal hygiene items and soap.
• Monitors all public areas during open hours to maintain general cleanliness and restock supplies as needed.
• Cleans kitchen appliances in serveries, staff lounge, and the Grange. Launders Grange linens and housekeeping items as needed.
• Tests and evaluates new cleaning products.

Events and Maintenance

• Sets-up and dismantles furniture and equipment for internal and external events in a safe and efficient manner.
• Delivers, installs, dismantles furniture and equipment for events, office moves, and personnel or public use in a safe and efficient manner.
• Vacuums, mops, cleans areas before and after furniture is set up or dismantled.

Common Tasks

• Maintains building exterior; sweeps walks, collects garbage, clears leaves and snow.
• Identifies irregularities with washroom and other facilities and reports to supervisor.
• Cleans and maintains equipment used for all aspects of the job. Reports irregularities or repair needs to supervisor.
• Delivers items to and from all areas of the building.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment, and products.
• Operates lifting aids. May operate scissor lift or other lifting devices.
• Knowledge of safe material handling practices.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions.

Benefits:

• Discounts to GoodLife Fitness.
• Free tickets to every major exhibit at AGO.
• Discounts to major attractions as part of the Provincial/City Reciprocal Programs.
• Free admission to the AGO for friends and family, discounts at the gift shop, bistro, and Learning Centre.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online with your resume and cover letter.

Commitment to Diversity: The AGO is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility, embedding these values in our strategic plan and ongoing priorities.