Function Coordinator / Custodian (Contract) (NU 20.26)

Norfolk County•Simcoe, ON

10h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Function Coordinator/Custodian, you’ll manage bookings, support events, and maintain the Waterford Lions Community Centre to ensure it is safe, clean, and welcoming. Your work will create smooth, successful experiences for community events, directly supporting vibrant, well‑used public spaces.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years related experience working with the public individually or in a group setting.
Past experience and general knowledge in janitorial and building maintenance is preferred.
Capability of working with computers and software related to facility booking.
Must be highly self-motivated, dependable, physically capable to perform the duties required, able to work flexible hours and possess excellent communication skills.
Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Valid Ontario G driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Past experience and general knowledge in janitorial and building maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Booking, scheduling of events e.g., weddings, meetings, trade shows, special events.
Record keeping including proper documentation for facility contracts, ordering of supplies and materials, service work orders.
Arranges for the facility to be opened for prospective renters to view.
Handling enquiries for facility rentals, showing the facility to customers, caterers, and advising users of fees, additional charges, available services, rules and regulations, etc.
Ensure events/activities taking place in hall are operated in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, legislation and Norfolk County policies and procedures.
Responsible for opening, closing and securing facility before, during and after events
Responsible for the necessary cleaning, setup and takedown of tables and chairs required for facility events including coordinating access for hall decorators, caterers, musicians and other event requirements.
Responsible for cleaning of the Community Centre including washrooms, main hall, meeting rooms, kitchen, storage areas and all equipment.
Responsible for ensuring flower beds, grounds are maintained in a respectable manner – including weeding of flower beds, planting annuals, watering, mulch, etc.
Required to work most weekends, late evenings during and after special events, as well as, flexible hours to cover daytime meetings and use.
Actual hours of work vary from one week to another depending upon the number of events, meetings scheduled and the size of the event.
Weekend events are often “back to back” and require immediate janitorial and set up/takedown after each event.
Work closely with Facility Booking Clerk and other Customer Service Personnel to ensure payments are made prior to event happening.
Ensures the Community Centre is in a safe and attractive condition to accommodate the user group or individual user.