Building Worker (AUX)

Vancouver Economic Commission; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Vancouver is seeking a Building Worker to perform a full range of cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in civic buildings, ensuring spaces are clean, safe, and welcoming for staff and the public.

Responsibilities include operating janitorial equipment, reporting maintenance needs, and following safety procedures. The role starts in October 2026, with pay ranging from CAD 28.83 to 33.75 per hour, and requires a BC driver's license and a Police Record Check.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized certification program in building services work and some related experience.
• Experience performing routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of buildings.
• Experience operating janitorial tools, equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Cleans spaces inside civic buildings including offices, meeting rooms, and bathrooms.
• Mops, washes, waxes and vacuums floors; cleans walls, doors and fixtures.
• Refills soap dispensers and paper products; empties waste and recycling.
• Performs minor maintenance such as replacing light bulbs and tightening fixtures.
• Sets up rooms for events by arranging tables and chairs.
• Reports maintenance needs to supervisor and follows safety procedures.

Skills

Safety practices

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Building services certification

Tools

Janitorial tools and equipment

Job description

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Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.

With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

The Building Worker position performs a full range of cleaning and minor maintenance tasks in, and around,
civic buildings, with the goal of keeping buildings clean and maintained in a safe and healthy manner and
notifies direct supervisor of the need for any building repairs and maintenance.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Cleans spaces inside civic buildings; including but not limited to offices, meeting rooms, common spaces, bathrooms, kitchens, change rooms, steam rooms, gymnasiums, pre-schools
• Mops, washes, waxes and buffs floors and vacuums carpeted flooring
• Washes and sanitizes washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers and fixtures
• Cleans mirrors, windows, window coverings, and glass
• Washes walls, doors, hardware and glass
• Cleans public entrances and exits including but not limited to glass, doors and hardware
• Cleans exterior grounds, spaces, parking lots and stairways
• Cleans, washes and sanitizes drinking fountains, sinks and counters
• Refills soap dispensers, toilet paper, paper towel and other supplies
• Empties waste baskets, garbage cans, and recycling
• Empties Zero Waste Stations into appropriate bins
• Dusts furniture and fixtures
• Opens doors for regular operating hours, locks doors after operating hours and check to ensure that hazards are prevented
• Reports maintenance needs, damages and acts of vandalism to Supervisor
• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas, using snow shovels and spreading ice melt/salt in areas
• Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to buildings and facilities
• Maintains storage areas, cleaning equipment, materials and supplies in a safe and orderly manner
• Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes and tags accordantly if ballast failure
• Sets up, arranges, and removes tables, chairs to prepare for events such as events and meetings
• Performs custodial and minor maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, replacing ceiling tiles, tightening loose door knobs, and unplugging toilets, sinks and drains
• Performs regularly scheduled deep cleaning tasks including, but not limited to, stripping, waxing and buffing floors, carpet cleaning and shampooing, power washing, high and low dusting, and cleaning blinds
• Performs regularly scheduled checks of emergency lights and fire extinguishers and reports on findings
• Provides information of building repairs and maintenance for Work Order to be approved by Supervisor
• Adheres to safety methods and procedures, departmental processes, and corporate policies
• Performs other related duties as required

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized certification program in building services work and some related
  experience
• Experience performing a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of
  buildings
• Experience operating and using janitorial tools, equipment and supplies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of materials, tools, methods, safety practices and equipment used in janitorial and
  maintenance work
• Ability to arrange an effective work schedule under minimum direct instruction
• Good health and strength sufficient to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and
  general maintenance of buildings
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations and understanding of utilizing WHMIS –MSDS
• Knowledge of qualities and uses of various cleaning, sanitizing, stripping and waxing compounds
• Basic knowledge of cleaning products and correct applications
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and procedures
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively with a team
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort
• Ability to explain and demonstrate instructions and guidelines to others effectively
• A current and valid BC Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record, where applicable
• A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Drivers License and Record Checks

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 14days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 14days of this posting
• If you have less than fiveyears driving experience in BC, a request must be made for out of province/country abstract and claims history

Business Unit/Department

Arts Culture Community Service

Affiliation:

CUPE 15 Non Pks

Position Start Date:

October 2026

Salary Information:

Pay Grade 13: $28.83 to $33.75 per hour

Application Close:

October 4, 2026

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all gendersand persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more aboutour commitment to diversity and inclusion .

The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). More about unceded traditional territories