Job No: JP2026115

Location: Fort St. John

Salary:

$33.28 per hour, as per BCGEU Collective Agreement

Nature of Work

Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled custodial tasks and operates a variety of custodial equipment in the cleaning and minor maintenance of City facilities. Ability to work varied shifts (including evenings and weekends) is required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to the Facilities Manager. May be required to work independently and/or with minimal supervision.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Cleans, sweeps, scrubs, hoses, mops, vacuums, waxes and polishes flooring using hand and/or powered custodial tools.
- Cleans and dusts furniture, counters, woodwork, sills, computer monitors and other office equipment.
- Removes graffiti from inside and outside of facilities as directed.
- Empties and cleans wastepaper, garbage, and recycling containers and removes garbage from facilities to appropriate containers.
- Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and lunchrooms and replenishes supplies; places dirty dishes in dishwashers and washes dirty dishes as applicable.
- Washes windows, walls, display cases, partitions and woodwork.
- Cleans and polishes metal surfaces, including doors, window sills, and elevators.
- Cleans light fixtures and ceilings.
- Maintains building security, including ensuring all doors and windows are locked and alarms are set.
- Clears and removes snow from entrances and walkways where applicable.
- Inspects and maintains assigned custodial equipment and small tools to ensure proper operating conditions.
- Unloads, loads and moves supplies.
- Keeps records of work completed; maintains log books, inspections and related records.
- Picks up litter from around buildings and grounds.
- Answers routine questions from the public and other staff.




- Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper care and protected techniques of building maintenance; participates in departmental training.
- Performs other custodial duties as related and assigned.
- May serve on various employee or other committees.
- Contributes to a positive work environment by modelling a respectful workplace, as per City policy.
- Takes reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and the health and safety of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. Properly wears protective clothing, devices and equipment provided and ensures hazards are immediately reported to Supervisors. Complies with the City of Fort St. John's Occupational Health and Safety program and all applicable policies and procedures.

PERFORMANCE FACTORS

- Knowledge, Ability and Skills
- Reliability
- Customer Service
- Attendance and Punctuality
- Quantity of Work
- Compliance
- Cooperation
- Health & Safety

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS

- Grade 12 or equivalent
- WHMIS
- Ability to obtain and maintain RCMP Enhanced Reliability Clearance
- Minimum of one year of experience cleaning commercial or municipal facilities
- Demonstrated working knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and safe work procedures used in custodial activities.
- Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
- Skill in operation, maintenance, and care of standard custodial tools and equipment.
- Demonstrable understanding and adherence to WHMIS principles and practices
- Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work safely.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public.
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Ability to complete required records.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

📌 Custodian, Facilities, Aux Part Time Term (Fort St. John)
🏢 City of Fort St. John
📍 Fort St. John