Care Facility jobs in Richmond, BC

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Job Description Summary

UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia.

Custodial Services is responsible for the custodial care of UBC buildings. Building Service Workers provide cleaning services for offices, classrooms, labs, and common areas at the Vancouver Point Grey Campus, provide minor maintenance tasks, lock and unlock exterior doors, and set up for University functions and events; including final exams and Congregation ceremonies.

Organizational Status
Building Service Workers report to the Custodial or Team Manager. Daily work assignments and instructions are given by the Head Service Worker.

Work Performed

Dusts, sweeps, mops, washes, vacuums, strips, waxes, polishes, shampoos, disinfects and scrubs, as applicable, all surfaces of floors, walls, fixtures, furniture and appliances in various areas of buildings, operating light or heavy duty hand or power operated cleaning equipment in the performance of duties, as required.

Maintains adequate level of cleaning supplies and equipment according to instructions and work assigned; requests and receives materials and equipment as needed and ensures relevant equipment is in good operating condition

Cleans up spillages and spot washes and waxes floors where spillages occur.

Cleans the interior and exterior of windows, other glass surfaces, shades and Venetian blinds.

Replenishes materials, such as soap, toilet paper, paper towels and writing papers in designated areas according to need

Sweeps and cleans sidewalks and related areas and clears snow when required.

Collects garbage and waste, empties waste receptacles and deposits in containers or at pick up points.

Performs tasks such as cleaning light fixtures and unplugging toilets and submits reports regarding maintenance or repairs needed to building and utilities and reports signs of abuse or failure of fixtures and furnishings.

Reports any unusual circumstances related to building security; assists in emergencies such as evacuation of persons from buildings, etc., as directed.

May be required to re-arrange, move and set up furniture and equipment.

May be required to make beds, distribute and change linens, remove soiled linen to designated collection area and collect laundry.

May be required to fill vending machines and attend to petty cash.

Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Building Service Workers make decisions related to the sequence of custodial duties; errors may have minor impact on the efficiency of service provided.

Supervision Received

Building Service Workers work under the general supervision from the Head Service Worker and from oral and written instructions and in accordance with standard procedures. Receives specific instructions on new or unusual problems from one of the following: Head Service Worker, Assistant Supervisor, Custodial Services, Custodial or Team Manager. Director, Custodial Services.

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None

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