Janitor Leader

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Burnaby is seeking a Janitor Leader to maintain cleanliness in various city buildings. Responsibilities include directing a small team, scheduling cleaning tasks, and performing minor maintenance as required. This role requires high school graduation and knowledge of janitorial methods. A valid Driver’s License is necessary, along with the ability to communicate and coordinate effectively. Competitive salary offered, with regular full-time hours from Friday to Tuesday.

Qualifications

• Up to high school graduation and experience in janitorial work required.
• Considerable knowledge of cleaning methods and tools needed.
• Ability to understand and execute instructions is essential.
• Valid Driver’s License for British Columbia is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain buildings according to cleanliness standards.
• Direct a small group of subordinates in cleaning tasks.
• Schedule work based on building usage and cleaning practices.
• Perform minor maintenance and keep simple records.

Skills

Knowledge of janitorial methods

Ability to coordinate activities

Effective communication

Knowledge of safety precautions

Education

High school graduation or equivalent experience

Job description

Janitor Leader

Competition No: 2026-043
Duration: Regular Full Time
Salary: $5,018 – 5,232 – 5,423 – 5,656 – 5,889/month (2024 Rates)
Schedule: 40 hours weekly; Friday to Tuesday from 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘B’ and ‘R’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement
Last Updated: 2/5/26

Overview

This position works in the FM Custodial Civic organizational unit, based at Laurel Street Works Yard on the mobile team and at the Cultural Complex, will be deployed to various Burnaby locations as operationally required. 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 superior 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

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. Enhanced RCMP Security Clearance would be an asset.

Location

Location: Laurel Street Works Yard (Mobile team) & Cultural Complex (Shadbolt Centre and Burnaby Village Museum).

How to apply

Please apply online by February 17, 2026. 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. Apply to this position. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Visit us at www.burnaby.ca

Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm 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.