Facilities and Cemetery Caretaker

Are you someone who takes pride in maintaining peaceful, beautiful spaces? Do you value meaningful work that connects to community, tradition, and care? On behalf of our client Congregation Emanu-El we are seeking a dedicated part-time (7-10 hours per week) Facilities and Cemetery Caretaker in Victoria, BC, to help them steward their sacred spaces with care and respect.

What They Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay: $30–$50, based on qualifications and experience
• Flexible scheduling that adapts to the rhythm of the synagogue and cemetery needs
• A chance to work both independently and collaboratively with a small, dedicated team
• Orientation and support in learning Jewish customs, particularly related to cemetery care
• A role grounded in respect, purpose, and service to the community
• An opportunity to be a visible part of meaningful life events, from holidays and celebrations to memorials and moments of reflection
• A work environment that values compassion, reliability, and dignity

What you will do in the role:

In this role, you’ll help preserve and care for two meaningful spaces in our community. You’ll oversee the general upkeep of the synagogue, coordinate contractors, and take on minor repairs to ensure the building remains welcoming and functional. At the cemetery, you’ll maintain the sacred grounds with care, tending to pathways, plantings, and equipment. You’ll also provide compassionate support during burials, working closely with clergy, families, and service providers to ensure all arrangements are handled with respect and dignity.

To learn more about this role and what your day may hold, be sure to review the full Job Description.

Our ideal Facilities and Cemetery Caretaker brings:

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant experience in caretaking, landscaping, or facilities management is preferred
• Working knowledge of minor maintenance duties, maintaining equipment functions and inventory, arranging for servicing when required, including Health and Safety regulations/protocols and WHIMIS principles
• Knowledge or experience in Jewish customs and practices, is an asset
• Physical ability to perform outdoor and manual tasks in all weather
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, professional demeanor
• Drivers Abstract and access to a personal vehicle (required)

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Take pride in hands-on, meaningful work that supports others
• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and coordinate professionally with third party vendors
• Have a strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization
• Appreciate heritage, tradition, and community service
• Want a flexible position where your work is valued every day

About Congregation Emanu-El:

Congregation Emanu-El is a warm and inclusive Jewish community blending tradition with progressive values. Their historic 160-year-old sanctuary and cemetery are more than buildings and grounds, they are places of spiritual connection, comfort, celebration, and remembrance. As caretakers of these spaces, they honor generations past while supporting a vibrant present-day community rooted in compassion, healing, and social justice.

Congregation Emanu-El is a progressive, egalitarian congregation that supports and celebrates diversity. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences to apply.

We want to hear from you:

If this role sounds like a good fit for you, then you are encouraged to apply, in confidence, to TallSky Consulting with a resume that clearly indicates how your experience and skills meet the requirements of this position.

TallSky is committed to supporting our clients in building inclusive cultures that embrace differences. Our approach reflects professional employment equity practices, and we believe in celebrating each candidate’s uniqueness. Diverse teams learn how to communicate respectfully, deliver more innovative solutions, and are better positioned for long-term success.

This position will remain open until it is filled. We thank all applicants; however, after the initial acknowledgement, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.