Building Service Worker Level 1

Competition #23/82A

Internal/External Posting

Closing date May 18, 2023

Building Service Worker Level 1 (5 Auxiliary)

Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department

POSITION FUNCTION

Perform custodial and janitorial functions at city owned buildings and facilities.

KEY DUTIES

Vacuum, shampoo carpets, wet and dry mop, strip, wax and polish floors, dust, clean, sanitize and disinfect surfaces. Dispose of refuse, recyclable and green waste materials; operate various custodial equipment such as auto scrubbers, burnisher, carpet cleaner steamer, wet vacuum, regular vacuums, defoamer, upholstery steamer, power washers, leaf blowers, sweeper push along, Clorox 360 and EMist and perform minor servicing as required.

Open and close various City owned buildings. Move furniture and equipment; set up meeting rooms as required and help with event set up; raise and lower flags as required; Clean sidewalks and outside stairs; remove snow and ice accumulations by shovelling or applying environmental ice melter.

Report required building repairs; fill out order forms to replenish inventory; stock custodian closets, washrooms with janitorial products, respond to service building requests as required.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is performed according to cleaning schedules or is assigned by supervisor and reviewed upon completion.

Problems are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort

Lift and move heavy materials and equipment. (often)

Perform tasks requiring repetitious movements such as sweeping, mopping and vacuuming. (frequent)

Mental Effort

Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort

Normal.

Work Environment

Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to abrasive cleaning compounds, related chemicals and dust. (occasional)

Key Skills And Abilities

Understand and carry out job related functions.

Knowledge of janitorial cleaning procedures.

Use power cleaning equipment.

Qualifications

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification

Grade 10.

Building Service Worker course level 1,2 and preferred completion of level 3 (32 hours)

WHIMIS (2 hours)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver Licence

Required to obtain criminal record clearance to be offered scheduling in required facilities (Police Station)

Experience

1 year of related janitorial experience in commercial buildings or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER

This is a shift position; 7 days a week 24 hours a day

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

Work schedule Various shifts, as needed. Must be available evenings and nights.

$30.59 per hour, Pay Grade 3

Job Code #4003

This is a CUPE Local 50 Position

To apply for this opportunity you will need to create an online profile or log back in to our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submission will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 430 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications and supporting materials as outlined in your resume.

At the City of Victoria, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBT2Q+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process.

If you require assistance, please email us at [email protected].