How Do I Become a Building Superintendent, Janitor or Caretaker?

Completion of secondary school may be required to work as a janitor, caretaker or superintendent, particularly if supervision of other workers is needed. Most building superintendents receive much of their training on the job.

Other requirements may include:

• a criminal record check
• previous cleaning and maintenance experience
• certificate in one or more of the trades or a building operator certificate
• basic building trade or building maintenance training
• knowledge of safety codes, regulations and equipment, and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• ability to understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• completion of a building service worker certificate program and/or a Certified Resident Manager designation

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