Summary
The Janitor is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of 43 Housing’s legacy buildings. This position supports the safety, comfort, and well-being of residents by performing routine cleaning, minor maintenance, and exterior upkeep across multiple properties. This role requires travel between sites; therefore, access to a reliable vehicle is essential.
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs regular cleaning and disinfecting of common areas including lobbies, hallways, laundry rooms, offices, stairwells, windows, floors, and washrooms using appropriate equipment and materials.
Cleans vacant suites as needed throughout the month to prepare for new tenants.
Dust, vacuums, mops, polishes, and maintain floors, carpets, and windows.
Keeps exterior building areas, sidewalks, and entrances clean and free of litter, debris, and hazards.
Assists with basic seasonal tasks such as sweeping, watering plants, or light gardening.
Performs light maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, plunging sinks and toilets, tightening fixtures, and reporting maintenance issues promptly to the Housing Supervisor.
Monitors and reports any damage, safety hazards, or unusual activity at the sites.
Maintains inventory of cleaning supplies and materials for all assigned buildings.
Tracks supply usage, places orders as required and ensure proper storage and labeling of cleaning products.
Follows safety protocols and uses cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with WHMIS standards.
Ensure doors and windows are secured and alarms set when buildings are vacated.
Works respectfully in residential environments, maintaining professionalism and discretion.
Required skills and qualifications
Grade 10 education or equivalent.
Knowledge of cleaning methods, WHMIS, and safe handling of chemicals and equipment.
Training and Experience
Minimum of one (1) month of related cleaning experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Experience working in residential, multi-site, or social housing settings considered an asset.
Requirements
Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Physically able to perform cleaning and light maintenance duties.
Bending and lifting boxes up to 25lbs.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and communicate clearly.
Working Conditions
Travel required between multiple buildings within the Tri-Cities area. Must have appropriate car insurance coverage.
Exposure to cleaning products, occasional unpleasant odors, and moderate physical activity.
Post Closing date - December 19, 2025
Location: Port Coquitlam
Hours: 25 hours per week. Monday to Friday
Start Date: As soon as possible
SHARE recognizes the systemic discrimination that Black, Indigenous, Persons of Colour and many other groups have historically experienced, and continue to face in our society, and in our community. SHARE is committed to being an inclusive, welcoming and unbiased employer. Multilingual skills and multicultural competence are assets.
Our Organization
SHARE is an accredited non-profit, independent, community-based organization providing leadership and programs in response to the social needs of the residents of the Tri-Cities (Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra), New Westminster and adjacent communities. SHARE Family & Community Services exists to Connect, Engage, and Strengthen Individuals and Families.
To learn more about SHARE Family & Community Services:
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Visit our website at https://sharesociety.ca/
