Building Service Worker

City-of-New-Westminste; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New Westminster is seeking reliable cleaning staff to support the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre. Responsibilities include deep cleaning in the community centre during off-hours, and maintenance of floors and equipment.

Candidates must hold a Building Service Worker certificate and WHMIS, with a valid BC driver's licence. Position includes overnight shifts, potential assignment to other recreation sites, and requires safety-conscious, independent yet collaborative workers with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of janitorial methods, materials, tools and equipment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently or in a team.
• Must be able to pass a police information check and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out deep cleaning in the community centre during non-operating hours.
• Perform detailed floor care and maintenance of various flooring types.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on cleaning equipment and related machinery.
• Ensure safety, efficiency and sustainability in all tasks.

Skills

Janitorial methods

Equipment operation

Task prioritization

Communication

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Building Service Worker certificate

WHMIS certificate

Pool Operator 1 certificate

Valid BC Driver’s Licence

Police Information Check – Vulnerable Sector

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.

Join our dynamic team at the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre, a state of the art facility designed for flexibility, accessibility, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Carry out deep cleaning tasks in the community centre during non-operating hours, covering multipurpose rooms, public washrooms, aquatic centre change rooms, fitness centre and gyms.
• Perform detailed floor care duties, adhering to specific protocols for a variety of flooring types.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on cleaning equipment, including auto-scrubbers, carpet extractors, and related machinery.
• Ensure compliance with established guidelines, emphasizing safety, efficiency and sustainability.

Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Proficient in janitorial methods, materials, tools, and equipment
• Good knowledge of the principles of operating automatic heat, hot water and ventilation units
• Knowledge of routine building maintenance and repair tasks
• Capability to prioritize tasks and exercise independent judgement
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications required
• Demonstrate both independent work capability and collaborative teamwork within a diverse work group

Education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Building Service Worker certificate
• WHMIS certificate
• Pool Operator 1 certificate is an asset
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence
• The ability to successfully pass and maintain a clear Police Information Check – Vulnerable Sector

Additional Information

• These positions will include overnight shifts
• Applicants must attach a copy of the required certifications to their applications
• Regular shift changes are scheduled throughout the year and are based on operational requirements
• The successful candidate may be assigned to work at other recreation sites for extended periods

*Qualified candidates will be assessed based on their knowledge, skills and abilities, and may be selected for an interview should they meet the qualifications and requirements of the position.