building maintenance worker

Government of Canada; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a dedicated individual for a maintenance role responsible for ensuring cleanliness and functionality in a commercial setting. The position requires physical effort and basic repair capabilities, providing potential candidates a chance to demonstrate their dependability and organizational skills in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning is an asset.
• Criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs.
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove debris.
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to systems.

Skills

Dependability

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Safety equipment/gear

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Commercial building

Responsibilities Tasks

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers
• Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
• Contact contractors for repairs and maintenance of the establishment
• Perform minor repairs on appliances
• Show apartments and offices to prospective tenants
• Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
• Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and fixtures
• Work with minimal supervision
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Experience and specialization Area of work experience

• Cleaning

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Safety equipment/gear

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability