Job Title Janitor / Maintenance

Lookout Housing + Health Society; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lookout Housing + Health Society is seeking a Janitor / Maintenance Worker dedicated to supporting adults with low income. This role includes ensuring site cleanliness, maintaining building functions, and supporting community needs. The position involves various shifts and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education, plus two years of recent related experience.
• Must have current Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate.
• A minimum of two years sobriety if related concerns to alcohol and/or drug use.

Responsibilities

• Janitorial work such as sweeping, washing, and waxing floors.
• Monitor and upkeep all building equipment.
• Maintain repairs on premises including the upkeep of suites.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Crisis Intervention Skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to manage stress

Education

Grade 12 education

Building Service Worker Diploma

Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certificate

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Date : May 27, 2025

Company : Lookout Housing and Health Society

Employment Status

Casual

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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

15 minute walk from Stadium-Chinatown Skytrain Station

Days and Hours of work

7 days a week, day, afternoon / evening and overnight shifts, weekdays, weekends and holidays

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

25.18 - 26.84 depending 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.

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
• 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 June 27, 2025 at 5 : 00 pm

All employees, including laid off and displaced employees, are entitled to apply on the vacancy and be considered pursuant to the provisions of Article 12.9.” Internal applicants must apply through "Career Opportunities" on SAP. External applicants will be reviewed after Internal.

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WELCOME TO APPLY. THOSE SHORT-LISTED WILL BE CONTACTED.

c. BCGEU, Shop Steward

Lookout Housing and Health Society is committed to empowering people from different races, gender, age, religion, identities and unique experiences. We welcome everyone from diverse backgrounds and encourage them to apply in order to foster an inclusive environment.

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