As one of the world’s leading theatre companies and Niagara’s 20 largest employers, The Shaw is dedicated to an ongoing process of increasing diversity and inclusion in our audiences, our programs, and in all of our hiring for staff, artists, and in the recruiting of board members.
The Shaw is committed to a future when our theatres joyously draw on and include all peoples, fully reflective of the world around us. As such, the Shaw Festival is an equal opportunity employer committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We encourage and invite applications from applicants who identify as Indigenous, Black or as persons of colour (IBPOC), the LGBTQ2+ communities and those identifying as gender fluid.
In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and in keeping with our wish to ensure a fully inclusive environment, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process. We will be happy to assist.
We acknowledge and honour the land upon which we gather as the historic and traditional territory of First Nations peoples. In particular we recognize and thank the Neutral Nation, the Mississauga and the Haudenosaunee for their stewardship of these lands over millennia.
HOUSEKEEPING POSITIONS
Job Type: Full-time Seasonal (July – December 23, 2026 | 35 hrs/wk – days, evenings and/or weekends)
Wage Rate: $20.93/hr (plus benefits including RRSP match)
Reporting to the Head of Housekeeping, the position will be responsible for a variety of light cleaning at our Shaw theatre buildings. As the position includes operating various cleaning equipment (eg. vacuum cleaner and other manual and power cleaning equipment) experience is an asset, but willing to train. The ideal candidate must have good written and oral communication skills, working well independently and as part of our busy Housekeeping team. We are hiring for a split position 3 afternoon shifts (12:30 – 8:00 pm and 2 morning shifts (5am–12:30pm) there will be 2 days off in between – 35 hours weekly – 5 days per week and must be able to work weekends. The ability to lift up to 20 lbs and a valid Class G drivers licence with a good driving record is required.
Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume prior to 5pm, July 17th, VIA EMAIL ONLY, to:
Shaw Festival Theatre
Att: Director Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $20.93 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Language:
Work Location: In person
