C212 - Housekeeper - (Full- Time)

Phoenix Society; Surrey; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Society on Main Campus is seeking a full-time Housekeeper to maintain clean and orderly suites and common areas. This role works Monday to Friday, 08:00 am to 04:00 pm, and reports to the Manager of Operations.

You will perform heavy to light cleaning, laundry, and notice management when supplies or repairs are needed. The ideal candidate has Grade 12, 1–3 years of custodial experience, and a valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Academic: 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 form is required.
• Employee immunization record form is required.
• First Aid certification with CPR is 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 such as washing linens and clothing.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Custodial experience

Heavy lifting

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Grade 12

WHMIS training

Criminal records check

Tuberculosis screening

Employee immunization

First Aid + CPR

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title:Housekeeper—(Full-Time)

Number of Positions:1

Competition Number:C212

Location:Main Campus

Position Status:Full-Time

Shift Timings & Days:(Monday-Friday) 08:00 am - 04:00 pm

Reports to:Manager of Operations

Compensation:(Grid 1)$24.05 - $25.82

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 license 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

Judgement& Decision-Making

• Modelsindependentthinkingand creativity
• Demonstrates effective problem-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

• Models the organization’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

Internalapplications will be accepted untilNovember 9th, 2026, 04:00 pm

“Allemployees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply onthe vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.”Internal applicants must notify the manager of intent to apply.

Externalapplicants will be reviewed after internal applicants have been reviewed andinterviewed.

Phoenixis committed to employment equity and encourages applications from people ofall gender identities and expressions, persons with disabilities, Indigenouspeoples and visible minorities. Persons with disabilities who anticipateneeding accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process maycontact our HR department. Any personal information provided will be maintainedin confidence.

Whilewe thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, only thoseselected for an interview will be contacted.