Primary School jobs in Esquimalt, BC

Under general direction the Custodian/Housekeeper provides custodial services for University facilities, providing regular cleaning, custodial maintenance and sanitation of common areas, primary use areas, shared spaces, lounges, office and building areas including interior surfaces, fixtures, furnishings and fittings contained within. The Custodian/Housekeeper provides heavier cleaning and sanitation in accordance with scheduled service level frequencies or on approved request (e.g. floors, walls, fabrics). The Custodian/Housekeeper maintains organizational standards for health and safety through routine cleaning activities. The Custodian/Housekeeper maintains a high quality of upkeep and detailing of campus spaces.

The incumbent is responsible for the physical appearance and cleanliness of assigned areas, ensuring they are maintained in accordance with applicable department, statutory codes and regulations, and for promoting the professional image presented by the University.

May be required to meet operational requirements including working in extreme weather conditions or assisting with other teams, units, or departments at the various university campuses.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate from a secondary school, or equivalent

• One (1) year experience performing related duties in an institutional environment and completion of a recognized Custodial certificate course, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

• Possession of a valid Class 5 driver’s license in the province of BC

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks: physically demanding, bending, crouching, kneeling, weight handling

• Ability to engage in walking, standing, lifting, carrying, and climbing for prolonged periods of time

• Demonstrated ability to operate machinery needed to perform custodial and housekeeping tasks (vacuums, scrubbing machines, speed buffers, burnishers, rug cleaners)

• Experience using cleaning equipment such as brooms, mops, plungers, buckets, pails, carts and common cleaning tools needed for routine tasks

• Ability to climb ladders and be comfortable working at heights

• Ability to handle chemicals and corrosive materials in a safe, efficient and effective manner according to WorkSafeBC Regulations

• Work independently and as part of a team

• Communicate effectively with internal and external clients

• General knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in the work performed

Preferred:

• Building Service Worker (BSW) Certificate

• Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and the use of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Policy and procedures

• Knowledge of basic computer applications

Additional Information

This position is regular full-time working 37.5 hours per week. The successful candidate must have the ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends. This is a CUPE Local 3886 Bargaining Unit position and the hourly rate is $24.69 and the university is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package. Royal Roads University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our faculty and staff including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

While Royal Roads University values all applications we receive, only those candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, you will need to be legally eligible to work in Canada for the duration of the employment contract. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us directly at human.resources@royalroads.ca attention: Abbi Rogers or 250-391-2600 extension 4408 so we can offer you individualized assistance and ensure equity in our recruitment and hiring process. ALL COMPETITIONS WILL CLOSE AT 10.00 P.M. ON THE DATE OF CLOSING