Building Service Worker (PT AFT )- Flint

Atira Women's Resource Society; Vancouver; Presencial; CAD 25.000 - 35.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Atira Women's Resource Society in Vancouver, BC, is hiring a Part-Time Building Services Worker. You will perform cleaning duties across common areas, kitchens, bathrooms, floors and stairwells, with weekend shifts.

This unionized role offers 16 hours per week at 21.72 CAD per hour, plus the opportunity to support residents in a housing-focused organization that centers anti-violence and equity.

Formación

• One month related experience or equivalent education
• Able to perform heavy cleaning duties
• Vaccination for Covid-19 recommended (not mandatory)
• Union membership may be required (BCGEU)

Responsabilidades

• Wash and clean floors and carpets in common areas
• Clean bathrooms, kitchens and room doors; dust and polish
• Clean stairwells; dispose of refuge and debris
• Clean windows; report building issues to Manager

Conocimientos

Initiative

Judgement

Problem-solving

Tenant rapport

Independent work

Educación

Experience or related education

Herramientas

First Aid certificate

WHMIS certificate

Descripción del empleo

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location Vancouver, BC V6A1B5, CAN

• On-site
• Frontline Operations
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: BUILD002441

Description

Requisition Number: BUILD002441 Type: Internal - Part-Time (permanent) Hours of Work: 16 hours per week; Saturday through Sunday from 11:30 am - 8:00 pm Compensation: $21.72/hr (Wage grid#3) Program & Location: Flint- Downtown Eastside, Vancouver Union: BC Government Employee's Union (BCGEU)- This position requires union membership Deadline: By noon Nov 12, 2026

About Us

Atira Women's Resource Society (Atira) is a non-profit organization known for inclusionary hiring practices, values-driven work, and innovative approaches to supporting communities it serves. Rooted in feminist, anti-violence principles, Atira provides housing, programs, and supports for people of all genders, with a continued focus on addressing gendered violence, misogyny, and systemic oppression. Atira believes a job is more than a paycheque - it's an opportunity to contribute to meaningful systemic and social change.

About the Job

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Building Services Worker, is responsible for washing and cleaning floors and carpets, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens and room doors in common areas, cleaning stairwells, disposing of refuge, cleaning windows, dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures. The Building Services Worker is regularly exposed to and in direct contact with dust, dirt, fumes, cleaning and other chemicals, germs and human waste. The Building Services Worker maintains the cleanliness of the grounds, may be required to clean vacant rooms; and reports any damage and/or problems in the building to the Building Manager.

About You

You are aligned with Atira's mission, vision, values, and philosophy and bring a strong commitment to anti-oppression and intersectional practice. You understand the impacts of colonialism, especially in Canada, including the legacy of the residential school system, and you approach your work with cultural humility and respect. You are comfortable working in a harm reduction environment and supporting people who may be experiencing substance use and/or mental wellness challenges. You support those who choose abstinence while recognizing abstinence is just one option among many. You are inclusive and affirming of people of all genders, including transgender, Two-Spirit, intersex, transfeminine and non-binary individuals, and understand the realities of gendered violence, misogyny, systemic barriers and how these harms disproportionately impact women. You are sex worker positive - you understand sex work, including survival sex work, as part of a broader social, economic, and gendered context and bring an approach grounded in respect, autonomy, and dignity.

You treat others with fairness and respect, challenge practices that conflict with shared values, and contribute to a supportive, accountable team environment. You inspire others through your commitment to anti-violence and promoting equity, prioritize the needs of the communities we serve, and challenge the status quo to improve quality and sustainability. You take smart risks and make thoughtful, timely decisions.

Lived experience and connection to the community served are assets. Atira encourages applications from individuals whose lived experience reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Programs specifically serving First Nations, Métis, and Inuk women and children, hiring preference will be given to First Nations, Métis, and Inuk women.

You Also Have

• Proven initiative, judgement, decision-making and problem-saving capabilities.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain rapport with tenants, your co-workers, and other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and carry out work with independence.
• Physical ability to perform the duties and carry out heavy cleaning duties

Additional Requisites/Assets

• One (1) month recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• A valid First Aid certificate is required.
• WHMIS certificate is required. (training can be provided if required)
• All positions are subject to a criminal records review (paid by Atira)
• You are recommended to be vaccinated for Covid-19

Additional Information

• Physical Demands:

• o Must have the physical ability to perform heavy cleaning tasks.
• o Regular exposure to dust, dirt, fumes, cleaning chemicals, germs, and human waste

At Atira, we value diverse experiences and recognize that some applicants may face barriers to obtaining required certifications. If you are passionate about this role, meet the other qualifications, and believe you have the necessary skills and experience but do not currently hold a valid First Aid certificate, we encourage you to contact us you can contact us at People & Culture Recruitment. Atira is committed to being an inclusive employer and may be able to connect you with resources to support you in meeting this requirement.