Casual, on-call, Service Worker I - (S9934.24)

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Victoria in Victoria, BC is seeking a Casual, on-call Service Worker I to support UVic Custodial Services within Facilities Management. The role offers flexible shifts, including weekends, with an hourly rate of $24.28.

Work hours vary from a few hours to significantly more depending on operational needs. Responsibilities include routine janitorial tasks, cleaning and maintaining all surfaces, moving furniture, disposing waste and ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning tools, materials, equipment, methods and techniques used in building cleaning, gained either through on-the-job experience or completion of formal training.

Responsibilities

• Performs janitorial work necessary for routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings and facilities which involves mobility, bending, lifting and reaching.
• Cleans and maintains surfaces, moves furniture and equipment when required, disposes waste, cleans washrooms and applies disinfectants.
• Operates hand and power tools, requests supplies, and notes repairs needed for facilities.
• Maintains high standards of cleanliness, sanitation and safety and assists in maintaining security of facilities.

Job description

Casual, on-call, Service Worker I - (S9934.24)

Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Facilities Management

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

Salary Grade

Additional Posting Information

N/A

Hours of Work

On Call

Employee Group:

Casual

# of Hires Needed

6

Position Number

990077

Category

Building and Grounds Maintenance, Housekeeping, Other

About this Opportunity

A willingness and ability to work any recognized shift, including weekends, is expected.

UVic Custodial Services is searching for candidates that are available to assist with casual coverage in a building cleaning capacity. The suitable person must be positive, service oriented, and able to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Flexibility, reliability, and the ability to attend to work at a moments’ notice is important. Custodial experience is preferred but UVic provides training for suitable candidates. The hours of work can vary from as little as a few hours to much more dependent on operational needs.

This is a casual on-call position

Recognized Shifts

• Full-time: 5am – 1pm OR 5pm to 1am, Monday to Friday
• Part-time: 5am – 9am OR 9pm to 1am, Monday to Friday
• Weekend: 5am – 1pm, Saturday and Sunday AND 5am to 10:30am, either Friday or Monday

Hourly rate of pay is $24.28

Applications will be reviewed beginning 28 August 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Summary

Performs janitorial work necessary for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings and facilities which involves constant mobility, bending, lifting and reaching. Cleans and maintains all surfaces of furniture, furnishings, floors, walls and other surfaces. Moves furniture and equipment when required. Clears and cleans waste containers and properly disposes material. Cleans glass surfaces not requiring the use of scaffolds or safety devices. Cleans, disinfects and provides supplies for washrooms. Operates all manner of hand and power tools and performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment. Requests supplies and materials as required and stores for ready use. Reports furniture, fixtures and other facilities in need of repair. Maintains high standard of cleanliness, sanitation and safety and assists in maintaining security of facilities, in assigned areas. Other related duties as required, including occasional operation of light truck in performance of above duties.

Job Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning tools, materials, equipment, methods and techniques used in building cleaning, gained either through on-the-job experience or completion of formal training.

Territory Acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups .

Accessibility Statement

If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: [e-mail] Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.