Building Service Worker
Job Description
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Building Service Worker, On-Call
Reporting to the Campus Manager, and utilizing a service excellence approach, this position provides custodial services, general facility and grounds maintenance, and security functions. This position will be expected to report to Nelson (10th street, KSA and Silver King) and Castlegar campus as required including both Residences. Schedule flexibility and reliable transportation are vital for successful applicants.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Performs custodial duties including:
- Performing general custodial duties such as dusting, garbage collection, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning and disinfecting washrooms etc.;
- Performing heavy manual labour such as carpet cleaning, scrubbing/polishing floors, moving furniture etc.;
- Performing exterior building maintenance such as window washing;
- Advising of equipment in need of repair;
- Performing maintenance and minor repairs to assigned tools and equipment;
- Replenishing custodial supplies;
- Performing general maintenance of facility and reporting maintenance problems; and
- Setting up and taking down for special events and functions.
Performs security functions including:
- Clearing and securing the building at the end of the day;
- Reporting security problems to the director of facilities;
- Monitoring students working in studios after hours;
- Assisting with emergency evacuation; and
- Managing special situations such as power outages.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Physical ability to perform job duties
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to multi-task
Education and Experience
- High school graduation
- Custodial Training Certificate
- WHMIS certification
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
- First Aid Certificate preferred
- Minimum 1-year custodial experience in a public institution
This is an on-call position commencing approximately October 7, 2024. This is an opportunity for secondment provided the successful candidate holds a regular PPWC position. Salary will be Pay Grade 5, $28.61 per hour in accordance with the Selkirk College PPWC Collective Agreement.
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