Ubc
Day-Service Worker
UBC Vancouver Campus - Vancouver, BC, Canada
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 hours ago
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About the role
- Custodial Services is responsible for the custodial care of UBC buildings.
- Daily work assignments and instructions are given by the Head Service Worker.
- Cleans the interior and exterior of windows, other glass surfaces, shades and Venetian blinds.
Responsibilities
- UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia.
- 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.
- Building Service Workers report to the Superintendent, Custodial Services, the Custodial Manager or the Assistant Supervisor, depending on the shift worked.
- Building Service Workers work both independently as well as in pairs or a team environment dependent on the nature of the custodial task performed.
- 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
- 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.
- Building Service Workers make decisions related to the sequence of custodial duties; errors may have minor impact on the efficiency of service provided.
- Building Service Workers report to the Superintendent, Custodial Services, the Custodial Manager or the Assistant Supervisor, depending on the
Requirements
- 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.
- Sweeps and cleans sidewalks and related areas and clears snow when required.
- May be required to re-arrange, move and set up furniture and equipment.
- Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
Nice to have
- General knowledge of custodial rules and regulations, security and safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to operate standard custodial equipment.
- Ability to follow instructions and to adopt new methods and practices.
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and accurately prioritize tasks in order to meet operational deadlines.
Compensation
- Compensation Range
Benefits
- Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
Equal opportunity
- At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students.
This listing is sourced directly from Ubc's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.