Janitor/ Maintenance

Lookout Housing and Health Society; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lookout Housing and Health Society invites applications for a Janitor/Maintenance Worker at The Junction in Courtenay. You will ensure cleanliness inside and outside the site while monitoring mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems for proper function.

The role requires respirator fit testing and compliance with WorkSafeBC health and safety standards. The position emphasizes delivering reliable housekeeping, repairing minor building issues, and supporting staff and volunteers to meet guest

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education with 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Building Service Worker Diploma is an asset.
• Must have Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate.
• Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting; strong communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Janitorial duties: sweeping, washing, and waxing floors; cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces.
• Garbage removal and recycling duties.
• Monitor and upkeep building equipment.
• Repair and maintenance of suites, plumbing, landscaping, etc.
• Assist staff and supervise volunteers; ensure facilities meet guest needs.
• Work is generally internal with possible external tasks on premises.
• Maintain health and safety compliance and stay alert during shifts.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Stress management

Safety awareness

Physical capability

Education

Grade 12 education

Building Service Worker Diploma

Occupational First Aid Level 1

Crisis Intervention Skills Training

Job description

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Company: Lookout Housing and Health Society

Employment Status

Full Time - Permanent

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We provide housing and a range of support services to adults with low or no income who have few, if any, housing or support options. Because the people we serve have challenges meeting basic needs and goals, we place minimal barriers between them and our services. For more information about Lookout, please visit www.lookoutsociety.ca

Location

The Junction-Courtenay

Days and Hours of work

Monday through Friday
Shift times will be 1000 - 1800 Hours
Shifts are 7.5 hours in length
Days of rest shall be consecutive. Schedule may change with two weeks’ notice
Probationary/qualifying period will be 488 hours with mid and end point reviews

$26.72 - 28.48depending upon applicants' length of seniority (as per the Collective Agreement)

Job Summary

The Janitor Maintenance Worker reports to the Site Manager and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of Lookout Housing and Health Society, including following Lookout’s Code of Ethics. Janitor/Maintenance Workers ensure the cleanliness of the overall site, both inside and outside. The worker will also ensure that building functions such as mechanical, plumbing, and electrical are properly maintained. Ongoing maintenance and janitorial work is required on premises.

This position requires successful completion of respirator fit testing, as Lookout is COR (Certificate of Recognition) certified and must comply with WorkSafeBC health and safety requirements. To ensure a proper respirator seal during fit testing and use, employees are required to be clean-shaven where the respirator seals against the face.

Job Duties

• Janitorial work such as sweeping, washing, and waxing floors; cleaning and disinfecting all surfaces
• Garbage removal and emptying recycling containers
• Monitor and upkeep all building equipment
• Maintain repairs on premises including the upkeep of suites by fixing, repairing, plumbing, landscaping, etc.
• Will assist new staff and oversee volunteers; and work with staff to ensure facilities meet the needs of guests
• Work is generally completed internally, while some external work on the premise may occur
• Job duties may have a few disagreeable factors
• Employees are expected to remain alert and attentive during working hours. Sleeping during shifts is not permitted
• Responsible for complying with and contributing to all aspects of health and safety program

Qualifications & Competence

Minimum Grade 12 education, plus two (2) years of recent related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Building Service Worker Diploma is an asset

Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate

Crisis Intervention Skills Training is an asset

Ability to work independently or in a team setting

Strong ability to manage stress and organize workload

Excellent communication, writing, documentation, and organizational skills

Understands and maintains clientele/worker boundaries

Ability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment

Strong physical and mental ability to perform work tasks and operate job related equipment

A minimum of two (2) years sobriety if related concerns to alcohol and/or drug use

Criminal Record Clearance – Vulnerable Sector

Closing Date

Applications will be accepted until October 13, 2026 at 5:00 pm