2026 - 24 - Building Service Worker 1 - PT - Physical Plant

Sobkow Technologies Inc.; Brandon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Brandon University invites applicants for a Building Service Worker I (BSW I) in the Physical Plant. The part-time regular role (49.6%) involves 18 hours per week with a schedule of weekday evenings and weekends, starting October 19, 2026.

The role requires Grade 12 or GED and two years in custodial work, with a valid Class 5 driver’s license. Staff report to the Director of Physical Plant and support campus cleanliness and upkeep.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 or GED.
• Two years of institutional cleaning and groundskeeping experience.
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, and working in elevated areas.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, buffing and waxing floors and carpet care.
• Operate auto-scrubbers and change lightbulbs.
• Snow and ice removal and grounds maintenance.
• Make beds in university residences and clean washrooms, walls and windows.
• Dispose of garbage and recycling; move furniture as needed.
• Maintain overall cleanliness before, during, and after sporting events.

Skills

Stamina and physical fitness

Teamwork

Independence and reliability

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Tools

FAMIS 360

Job description

• 2026 - 24 - Building Service Worker 1 - PT - Physical Plant

2026 - 24 - Building Service Worker 1 - PT - Physical Plant

Job Vacancy Number: 2026 - 24

Employee Group: IUOE (D)

Classification: Building Service Worker I (BSW I)

Department: Physical Plant

Type of Position: Part-Time, Regular (49.6%)

Hours of Work: 18 hours per week

Wage or Salary: $26.07 per hour

Start Date: October 19, 2026

Probation or Trial Period: Three (3) months' service

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position reports to the Director of Physical Plant and is responsible for a variety of tasks aimed at maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of Brandon University and the Healthy Living Centre. Duties include, but are not limited to cleaning, buffing and waxing floors, carpet care, auto scrubbing, changing lightbulbs, snow and ice removal, bed-making within university residences, cleaning washrooms, walls, and windows, garbage and recycling disposal, moving furniture, grounds maintenance, ensuring overall cleanliness before, during, and after sporting events, and maintaining overall cleanliness of Brandon University. Additional related duties may be assigned as needed.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

The preferred candidate will possess a minimum of Grade 12 or GED, along with two (2) years of experience in institutional cleaning and groundskeeping, or a combination of equivalent education and experience. The candidate must be physically capable of performing all aspects of the role, including repetitive tasks such as bending, heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, and working in elevated areas using ladders. Experience using FAMIS 360 or other work-order software is an asset. A physical demands assessment will be conducted as part of the hiring process. The successful candidate must hold a valid Class 5 driver's license and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

*NOTE*

This is a part-time (49.6%) regular position. This position will primarily be assigned to support cleaning in the Healthy Living Centre with a schedule of weekday evenings and weekends but hours and location of work are subject to change based on operational needs.

This position is subject to a Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. These checks must be submitted in accordance with the Policy in order to maintain employment.