janitor

Government of Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated cleaning professional to maintain various locations in all weather conditions. This role involves performing a variety of cleaning tasks, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring safety and security standards are met. The ideal candidate will possess a secondary school graduation certificate and relevant certifications, along with a strong work ethic and reliability. Join a team that values dependability and offers opportunities for team building and personal growth. This position is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy hands-on work.

Benefits

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cleaning and maintenance.
• Building operator certificate and WHMIS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and wax floors; operate industrial vacuum cleaners.
• Make adjustments to heating, cooling, and plumbing systems.

Skills

Dependability

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Industrial vacuum cleaners

Carpet cleaning machine

Steam cleaners

Swimming pool maintenance equipment

Upholstery cleaning equipment

Snowblower

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Hindi
• Panjabi

Work site environment

• All weather conditions

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers
• Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
• Contact contractors for repairs and maintenance of the establishment
• Perform safety and security checks
• Supervise other workers
• Move heavy furniture, equipment and supplies
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and fixtures
• Work with minimal supervision
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Credentials

• Building operator certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Area of work experience: Cleaning

Equipment

• Industrial vacuum cleaners/power sweepers
• Carpet cleaning machine
• Steam cleaners
• Swimming pool maintenance and cleaning equipment
• Upholstery cleaning equipment
• Snowblower

Additional information

• Transportation/travel information: Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Fast-paced environment

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Reliability

Benefits

• Financial benefits: Bonus

Other benefits:

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance