Custodian - UBC Aquatic Centre

University of British Columbia - Staff; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia's Aquatic Centre is seeking a Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety within its environment. This role includes cleaning various areas, handling maintenance tasks, and providing excellent customer service. The position requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1 year relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred experience in institutional janitorial work or hotel setting.
• General knowledge of cleaning rules and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Dusts, sweeps, mops, and disinfects all surfaces.
• Maintains adequate levels of cleaning supplies.
• Cleans up spillages and ensures facility security.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

Completion of Grade 10

Job description

Staff - Union

Job Category CUPE 116 Job ProfileCUPE 116 Salaried - Service Worker - Aquatic Ctr Job Title Custodian - UBC Aquatic Centre Department Custodians | Athletics and Recreation Compensation Range $3,900.00 - $4,107.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date June 29, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Shift schedule for both of these positions is late afternoon-evening and includes one weekend afternoon-evening shift. This posting is for 2 vacancies

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

Under direction and supervision, is a member of the UBC Aquatic Centre custodial staff carrying out cleaning and service work in the UBC Aquatic Centre.

The Aquatic Centre is open from early morning to late evening seven days a week. Custodial shifts include days and evening shifts on weekdays and weekends.

Is required to observe safe working conditions and habits. Works from oral and written instructions, schedules, and specific requirements which will be of a daily and periodic nature as well as specific tasks assigned from time to time and always according to safe work procedures. Works in close proximity to patrons during facility open hours.

Organizational Status

Athletics & Recreation (A&R) is a department within the VP Students portfolio, with a strong focus on creating an exceptional UBC student experience. The A&R Department has a team of approximately 100 employees, and is led by a strong cross-unit management team. It services over 20,000 students through recreational programming, 25 varsity teams, 17 competitive club teams, along with thousands of members of the UBC community.

Work Performed

Dusts, sweeps, mops, washes, vacuums, strips, polishes, shampoos, disinfects and scrubs, as applicable, all surfaces of floors, walls, fixtures, furniture and appliances in various areas of buildings, operating light or heavy duty hand or power operated cleaning equipment in the performance of duties, as required.

Maintains adequate level of cleaning supplies and equipment according to instructions and work assigned; requests and receives materials and equipment as needed and ensures relevant equipment is in good operating condition.

Cleans up spillages and spot washes and disinfects floor surfaces where spillages occur or as requested.

Cleans the interior and exterior of windows, other glass surfaces and shades. Replenishes materials, such as toilet paper, paper towels and sanitary products according to need.

Sweeps and cleans sidewalks and related outdoor areas and clears snow when required.

Collects garbage and waste, empties waste receptacles and deposits in containers or at pick up points.

Reports any unusual circumstances related to building security; ensures that doors and windows are properly secured, assists in emergencies such as evacuation of persons from buildings, etc., as directed.

Move objects weighing 50 pounds or more long distances (more than 20 feet). May be required to re-arrange, move and set up furniture or equipment.

Carries out cleaning and service work in such areas as main entrance lobby, office areas, boardroom, all washrooms, shower rooms, change rooms, Pool deck and adjacent areas (Guard room, Wet class room, on deck offices), viewing area, mezzanine, hallways and other designated areas.

Performs minor maintenance and repairs including such tasks as unplugging toilets, hammering in nails, hanging pictures, drapes and blinds, oiling hinges and locks, changing light bulbs, tightening screws on fixtures, minor furniture repairs and adjustments, replacing door stops, adjusting door closures, removing broken glass from windows, removing and cleaning light fixtures, changing broken switch and wall plug covers etc.

Submits reports regarding maintenance or repairs needed to buildings and utilities and report signs of failure or abuse of fixtures and furnishings.

Attends to guest requests and their needs as appropriate.

Carries out any other related duties and necessary in keeping with the requirements and qualifications for the job.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Poor customer service will result in unsatisfactory job performance.

Supervision Received

Receives specific instructions only on new or unusual problems. Is expected to develop appropriate work procedures within established work regime.

AC Custodians work under the general supervision from the Head AC Custodian and from oral and written instructions and in accordance with standard procedures.

Direction may be received from Aquatic Centre, Lifeguards or Pool Operators to remedy specific conditions necessary for hygienic operation of the Aquatic environment.

May receive specific instructions on new or unusual problems from Head Custodian, Administrative Staff, Manager Aquatic Staff, Lifeguards or Pool Operators.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Completion of Grade 10.1 years relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred experience in institutional janitorial work or hotel experience.
General Knowledge of cleaning rules and regulations, security and safety policies and procedures. Able to meet physical requirements involving considerable walking, climbing and manual work.Bondable, and the ability to follow instructions and to adopt new methods and practice.Able to work with others.Able to communicate in English effectively verbally and in writing.