Service Worker II

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Victoria is seeking a dedicated janitorial staff member to perform routine cleaning and upkeep of campuses and facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning all surfaces, moving furniture, waste disposal, washroom maintenance, and safe operation of basic tools and equipment.

The role emphasizes high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety, with occasional light truck operation as required to support facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning tools, materials, equipment, methods and techniques used in building cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings and facilities.
• Clean and maintain all surfaces of furniture, furnishings, floors, walls and other surfaces.
• Move furniture and equipment when required.
• Clear and disinfect waste containers and ensure proper disposal.
• Clean washrooms and provide supplies as needed.
• Operate hand and power tools and perform routine maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Report furniture, fixtures and other facilities in need of repair.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation and safety.
• Occasionally operate light truck in performance of above duties.

Skills

Cleaning tools knowledge

Job description

Performs janitorial work necessary for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings and facilities which involves constant mobility, bending, lifting and reaching. Cleans and maintains all surfaces of furniture, furnishings, floors, walls and other surfaces. Moves furniture and equipment when required. Clears and cleans waste containers and sorts material for proper disposal. Cleans glass surfaces not requiring the use of scaffolds or safety devices. Cleans, disinfects and provides supplies for washrooms. Operates all manner of hand and power tools and performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment. Requests supplies and materials as required and stores for ready use. Reports furniture, fixtures and other facilities in need of repair. Maintains high standard of cleanliness, sanitation and safety and assists in maintaining security of facilities, in assigned areas. Other related duties as required, including occasional operation of light truck in performance of above duties. Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning tools, materials, equipment, methods and techniques used in building cleaning, gained either through on-the-job experience or completion of formal training.