Building Service Worker II - Pool

District of Saanich; Saanich; On-site; CAD 4,684,000 - 5,786,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% in lieu of benefits

Job summary

District of Saanich is seeking five casual Building Service Worker II - Pool staff for Saanich Commonwealth Place. You will support the pool and recreation facilities by performing setup, custodial tasks, and preventive maintenance, while ensuring safe, clean operations and water quality.

The role requires Grade 11 or equivalent, Pool Operators I/II, WHMIS within a year, and First Aid Level I. Candidates must have 3–6 months related experience and be able to pass a Police Information Check with

Qualifications

• Grade 11 or equivalent is required.
• Pool Operators I and II qualifications.
• WHMIS certification valid within one year; Occupational First Aid Level I as required.
• Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC‑VS) no older than six months; renewal as per policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility set‑up, clean‑up, custodial and preventive maintenance work.
• Operate and service pool water‑heating and filtration equipment; maintain pool-water purity.
• Carry out minor maintenance and repair on building systems including heating, air‑conditioning, plumbing, painting and carpentry.
• Maintain equipment‑operation records and assist in training new part‑time, seasonal, and auxiliary staff.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

Grade 11 or equivalent

Tools

Pool Operators I/II

First Aid Level I

WHMIS certification

PIC‑VS clearance

Job description

Building Service Worker II - Pool

5 Casual (C.U.P.E. local 2011) positions

The District of Saanich's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a team player to help drive our mission of Healthy Nature, Healthy People, and Healthy Community, while supporting our vision: a Saanich where everyone belongs. You'll work within a team where service excellence, learning and sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.

Saanich Commonwealth Place is seeking five casual Building Service Worker II - Pool employees to join its Maintenance team. These positions support the safe, clean, efficient operation of the swimming pool and associated recreation-facility spaces, equipment, and systems.

In this hands‑on role, you will complete facility set‑up, clean‑up, custodial, and preventative‑maintenance work; operate and service pool water‑heating and filtration equipment; and maintain pool‑water purity. You will also carry out minor maintenance and repair work involving building systems and equipment, including heating and air‑conditioning systems, compressors, plumbing fixtures, painting, and carpentry. The work includes maintaining equipment‑operation records and assisting with training new part‑time, seasonal, and auxiliary employees.

Requirements include Grade 11 or equivalent; Pool Operators I and II qualifications; WHMIS certification valid within one year; and Occupational First Aid Level I, as required. You will bring more than three and up to six months of related experience. Employment is subject to the provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC‑VS) no older than six months; renewal is required in accordance with policy. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. The successful candidates will have sufficient physical strength to perform the work and the stamina to work varying shifts. These casual positions involve varying hours of work, as operationally required; hours and shifts are subject to change. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.

This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a wage of $36.68 per hour (2026 rate) plus 15% in lieu of benefits. Job description and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca.

The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.