custodian supervisor - cleaning services

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Burnaby is seeking a custodian supervisor for cleaning services, leading a small team during the night shift and ensuring buildings are kept clean and well-maintained.

The role requires directing a group of janitorial staff, scheduling tasks by building usage, and performing minor maintenance while maintaining records and complying with safety standards. A BC driver’s license is required; Police Information Check may be requested.

Qualifications

• Up to high school graduation and/or experience in janitorial work.
• Knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in janitorial care.
• Ability to direct subordinates and follow instructions; safety awareness and hazard knowledge.
• A valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the activities of a small group of custodial staff.
• Schedule cleaning tasks according to building usage and routines.
• Perform specialized janitorial tasks including minor maintenance.
• Keep simple records related to the work.
• Exercise some independent judgement in daily cleaning decisions; escalate complex issues to supervisor.

Skills

Direct and coordinate subordinates

Scheduling work

Janitorial experience

Record keeping

Driver's license (BC)

Education

Up to high school graduation

Job description

custodian supervisor - cleaning services

Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Janitor Leader

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Employer details City of Burnaby

Job details

Janitor Leader

Competition No: 2026-199

Duration: Temporary Full Time

Salary: $30.90 - 32.22 - 33.40 - 34.84 - 36.28/hour

Schedule: 40 hours weekly; Friday to Tuesday from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Special Notes: Subject to Note ?B? and ?R? of Schedule ?B? of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 8/13/26

Task: This position works in the FM Custodial PRC organizational unit. This is manual work with limited supervisory responsibilities in the cleaning and care of buildings and premises. An employee of this class maintains assigned buildings according to accepted standards of neatness and cleanliness. The incumbent directs and works with a small group of subordinates engaged in building cleaning; schedules the work according to building usage and normal cleaning practices; performs the specialized janitorial tasks including minor maintenance; keeps simple records related to the work. Some independence of judgement is exercised when scheduling and deciding extent of daily building cleaning required but most decisions are routine and repetitive. Problems are referred to a supervisor who checks the work through perusal of daily performance reports, discussions and periodic job site inspections to ensure work has been accomplished as required and according to acceptable standards. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation and experience in janitorial work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the janitorial care and maintenance of buildings. Sound knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work. Ability to direct and coordinate the activities of subordinates; to deal courteously and effectively with a variety of groups, clubs, individuals or associations using the facilities; to understand and execute oral and written instructions. A valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia is required. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position. This is a temporary full time position until September 30, 2027. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

• Location Burnaby , BC


• Work location On site


• Salary $ 30.90 HOUR hourly


• Terms of employment Term or contract Full time


• Starts as soon as possible


• vacancies 1 vacancy


• Source CivicJobs.ca #115449

Advertised until

2026-08-24