Construction-Jobs in Kanada

Job Description

Full-time; Permanent

Wage: $29.74(PG7); plus benefit enrollment

Date Posted: April 17, 2025

Who we are…

The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 115-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair which averages more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences.

At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees, or the community.

We are seeking a diligent and hard-working individual that has a passion for the Events industry and the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE). Our Facilities & Maintenance team works under the direction of the Director, PNE Maintenance & Facility Operations and are responsible for site maintenance, setup/teardown of events and janitorial tasks. They will provide direction and guidance to a small team on-site with a safety-first mindset and ensure all team members are working within Worksafe BC regulations and all other applicable legislation and company policies.

What will you do this year?

Operational Duties

1. Ensure work is complete within a specified time and site cleanliness standards are upheld and report any issues or difficulties to Foreperson or Management.
2. Perform regular walkthroughs of our venues to ensure cleanliness of common areas, lobbies, entrances, dressing rooms and washrooms as well as back of house areas, catwalk, storage spaces, and uncommonly used areas.
3. Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
4. Service, maintain and organize equipment and storage locations.
5. Operating and maintaining cleaning equipment: vacuum cleaners, Kaivac machines, floor scrubbers and other equipment; ensuring they are in good working condition.
6. Suggest improvements to cleaning process, equipment and materials.
7. Ability to operate company vehicles to transport equipment and materials to venues to be serviced.
8. Report repairs that need to be completed through our CMMS system (Limble).
9. Track and monitor scheduled planned maintenance and planned cleaning of specific areas of our venues and equipment.
10. Complete and document janitorial duties.
11. Clean office kitchen facilities, sinks, fridges, microwaves counters, floors, walls and surrounding areas.
12. Clean office washroom sinks, toilets, urinals, walls, floors, mirrors and surrounding areas.
13. Clean lobbies stairwells and entryway carpets and floors, windows, windowsills, dusting, sweeping and vacuuming.
14. Clean offices interior office windows, dust blinds, windowsills, painted surfaces and furniture.
15. Empty and dispose of the contents of office paper, organics, recycling and waste receptacles into the appropriate stream.
16. Ensure janitorial closets are clean and stocked for colleagues and client arrival.
17. Maintaining outdoor entryways, sweeping, picking up litter, and ensuring the exterior entryways of the buildings are clean.
18. Sanitizing high touch areas such as doors, light switches and other frequently touched surfaces.
19. Pre-Event - Stock janitorial closets with necessary products and equipment for an event.
20. Pre-Event - clean and stock of event washrooms.
21. Pre-Event - clean and stock suites.
22. Pre-Event - clean artist dressing rooms.
23. Post Event - Deep clean and stock of event washrooms.
24. Post Event - Deep clean and stock suites.
25. Post Event - Deep clean artist dressing rooms.
26. Maintain effective relationships with supervisors, employees, and the public.
27. Abide by corporate policies and reinforce corporate policies among all team members.
28. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Safety and Training

1. Lead with a safety-first mindset and ensure all team members are working within Worksafe BC regulations.
2. Review and Follow Safety Documentation (Toolbox Talks, FLHA, SOG’s Policies) to staff pertaining to cleaning Operations.
3. Ensure crews are informed of and are wearing the appropriate PPE for tasks.
4. Complete Daily Equipment Checks.

What else?

1. Building Service Worker (BSW) certification is required
2. Knowledge of WHIMS is required
3. Strong knowledge in waste diversion is considered an asset.
4. Previous Janitorial experience required.
5. Must have knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial work.
6. Skilled in the use of cleaning equipment and cleaning materials.
7. Ability to lift 50lbs and to perform a variety of routine tasks in the care and cleaning of assigned buildings.
8. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license and the ability to provide a clear and up-to-date Driver's Abstract is required.
9. Must have knowledge of Work Safe BC Regulations
10. Must have effective interpersonal skills, including tact diplomacy and flexibility to work effectively with management, staff, contractors, and the public.
11. Successful candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.
12. Work Schedule: Thursday - Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Who are you?

1. Passionate
2. Detail-oriented
3. Strong organizational skills
4. Eager self-starter
5. Motivated by fast-paced environments
6. Effective and adaptive communicator
7. Committed to striving for excellence & evolution

Where and when to APPLY?

Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the role is filled.

Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume/cover letter before Sunday, May 11, 2025. We look forward to hearing from you!