C127 - Housekeeper - (Part Time)

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Housekeeper at Phoenix Society performs heavy to light cleaning duties to ensure that the suites and common areas in the facility are in a clean and orderly condition, working in tandem with other janitorial staff and volunteers.

Key responsibilities include cleaning floors; shampooing rugs; washing walls and windows; removing garbage; laundry; cleaning appliances; and notifying management when any supplies or repairs are required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Grade 12.
• 1 to 3 years of related custodial/ housekeeping experience.
• WHMIS training is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license is required.
• Criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening is required.
• Tuberculosis screening and immunization records required.
• First Aid with CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming.
• Strip, seal, finish and polish floors as required.
• Gather and empty all garbage, recycling and compost bins.
• Service, clean and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture, fixtures and appliances.
• Clean windows, glass partitions and mirrors.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines and equipment.
• Steam-clean and/or shampoo carpets or rugs.
• Make beds and keep linens in stock as needed.
• Perform laundry duties.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

English fluency

Custodial/housekeeping experience

Heavy lifting

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Weekend availability

Education

Grade 12

WHMIS training

Criminal records check

Tuberculosis screening

First Aid with CPR

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Title:Housekeeper - (Part Time)

Number of Positions:1

Competition Number:C127

Location:Chilliwack, BC

Position Status:Part Time, Permanent

Shift Timings & Days:(Saturday - Sunday) 10:00 am- 06:00 pm

Reports to:ProgramManager

Compensation:(Grid 1)$23.89 - $25.54

Job Summary

TheHousekeeper at Phoenix Society performs heavy to light cleaning duties toensure that the suites andcommon areas in the facility are in a clean and orderly condition, working in tandem with other janitorial staff and volunteers. Keyresponsibilities include: cleaning floors; shampooing rugs; washing walls and windows;removing garbage; laundry; cleaning appliances; and notifying management whenany supplies or repairs are required.

Responsibilities

CustodialServices

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming


• Strip, seal, finish and polish floors as required


• Gatherand empty all garbage, recycling and compost bins


• Service,clean and supply restrooms


• Cleanand polish furniture, fixtures and appliances


• Cleanwindows, glass partitions and mirrors


• Dustfurniture, walls, machines and equipment


• Steam-cleanand/or shampoo carpets or rugs


• Makebeds and keep linens in stock as needed;


• Performslaundry duties such as washing linens and clothing.


• Followprocedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment


• Performother duties as requested

Maintenance Services

• Monitorbuilding security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors aftercleaning and checking electrical appliances to ensure that hazards are notcreated


• Notifymanagers concerning the need for major repairs, minor renovations, or building operating systems service


• Requisitionsupplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties


• Maintainand organize cleaning equipment, materials and supplies


• Performother duties as required

Qualifications

• Academic:Successful completion of Grade 12


• 1to 3 years of related experience providing custodial and/or housekeepingservices


• Relatedpost-secondary and WHMIS training is an asset


• ValidClass 5 driver’s licence is required


• Satisfactorycompletion of a criminal records check with vulnerable sector screening isrequired


• Satisfactorycompletion of Tuberculosis Screening form is required


• Satisfactorycompletion of Employee Immunization Record form is required
  
• FirstAid certification with CPR is required

Skills & Knowledge

• English:fluent and able to effectively communicate professionally, both orally andwritten


• Demonstratedexperience in custodial services and/or housekeeping


• Ability to perform heavy tolight cleaning duties including heavy lifting, climbing stairs, and standingfor extended periods of time


• Basic computer skills includingMicrosoft Office.


• Strongorganizational and time management skills with a high attention to detail


• Stronginterpersonal skills


• Abilityto work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance


• Ability to work independently and contribute to team settings


• Flexibility to work duringevenings and weekends, and be on call, as needed


• Excellent ability to work under pressure ina diverse, fast-paced, and dynamic environment


• Experiencein providing a person centered and community minded environment withmarginalized people is an asset.

Competencies

Approachto Work

• Demonstrates initiative,flexibility, adaptability and resourcefulness


• Actively seeks and incorporatesfeedback to inform continuous self-improvement


• Sets goals, creates andimplements action plans, monitors progress, and evaluates results


• Adeptly manages competing tasksand uses time efficiently and effectively

JobKnowledge & Quality of Work

• High-degree of relevant andcurrent job knowledge and skill


• Consistently produces accurate,thorough, high-quality work in a timely manner


• Builds and promotes a culture ofhealth and safety in the workplace


• Implements and enforces bestpractices in health and safety within the workplace(What doesenforce mean? Is it up to this position to enforce?)

Judgement& Decision-Making

• Modelsindependentthinkingand creativity


• Demonstrateseffectiveproblem-solving skills


• Makes clear, consistent,transparent and timely decisions after contemplating various available coursesof action


• Exercises sound judgment in thebest interests of the organization

Communication& Interpersonal Skills

• Expresses themselves clearly andprofessionally both verbally and in writing


• Displays high emotionalintelligence; uses tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex andconfidential situations


• Has a manner, style and presencethat makes a positive impression


• Listens to and considers others’views

PersonalLeadership

• Modelstheorganization’s core values of social justice, teamwork, social innovation, andstrength-based practices


• Fosters enthusiasm, energy andcommitment


• Takes responsibility forpersonal actions, performance and health


• Is reliable and accountable;shows up on time ready to work

Teamwork& Collaboration

• Effectively works with their colleagues to ensure organizationalsuccess


• Champions positive workingrelationships with staff and external stakeholders


• Supports an environment ofopenness, and champions teamwork and communication across programs


• Leverages the expertise andexperience of others for organizational success

ClosingDetails

ClosingDate

Internal applications will be accepted until April 15th, 2026, 04:00 pm

"All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9." Internal applicants must notify the manager of intent to apply.

External applicants will be reviewed after internal applicants have been reviewed and interviewed.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Phoenix is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people of all gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact our HR department. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.