Janitor - Float

BC Housing; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BC Housing benefits

Top Employer recognition

Healthy work/life balance

Job summary

BC Housing is seeking a Janitor (Float) in Vancouver, BC to perform a variety of cleaning duties across Commission buildings. The role includes moving tenant furniture, maintaining outdoor areas, and ensuring recycling programs are followed. A valid criminal record check is required, and driving the Employer's vehicle may be needed.

We value inclusion and invite applicants from diverse backgrounds. This position offers benefits through BC Housing and opportunities for training and advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience performing janitorial duties across large buildings or housing facilities.
• Ability to operate janitorial equipment and use cleaning materials safely.
• Knowledge of recycling programs and waste management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties in assigned Commission buildings.
• Move furniture and maintain cleanliness of outdoor areas.
• Maintain recycling programs and safety compliance.
• Clear snow and apply ice melt when required.
• Drive Employer's vehicle when required.

Skills

Floor cleaning and polishing

Carpet cleaning

Window cleaning (inside/outside)

Equipment operation

Snow removal

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Vehicle operation (drive)

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Location: VANCOUVER, BC

• Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

JANITOR (FLOAT)

Job ID: 6909

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: VANCOUVER, BC

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status

JANITOR (FLOAT) :

$26.77 per/hour

Performs a variety of cleaning duties within assigned Commission buildings.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Mops, washes, waxes and polishes floors and vacuums carpets; cleans carpets (except on move outs), walls, doors, furniture, smoke alarms and dusts and sweeps areas;
• Moves Commission and tenant furniture and/or effects within a development;
• Maintains cleanliness of assigned outside areas and picks up litter and removes garbage, maintains integrity and compliance of recycling programs;
• Clears snow from doorways and walkways and applies ice melt product when required;
• Operates cleaning janitorial equipment and uses associated tools and cleaning materials;
• Washes windows inside and outside where accessible;
• Required to utilize tact and diplomacy and refers tenants to other staff where appropriate. In some occasions may be required to exercise interpersonal and conflict resolution skills when dealing with the resident population.
• Other related duties
• Changes light bulbs in buildings and in unlit areas where no Building Manager is assigned or the Building Manager is off duty;
• When required, shall drive the Employer's vehicle
• Please Note: Successful applicant(s) are subject to a satisfactory criminal record search and are required to maintain Security Clearance throughout their employment.

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.