Facility Services Worker

This position works in the Facilities Management division. This is manual work of limited complexity and responsibility in the cleaning and care of various municipal premises. An employee of this class patrols premises to ensure security; answers inquiries and provides routine information and assistance; performs a variety of janitorial duties; sets up and takes down furniture and equipment for events and activities in and around various premises; locks and unlocks doors; performs minor repair, routine preventative servicing work; and may drive a vehicle to pick up supplies materials, and other work as required. Work is performed under general supervision and evaluated on the basis of adherence to instructions and work standards. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation and preferably supplemented by the completion of janitorial, building service worker, plus some related experience in janitorial or custodial work; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Sound knowledge of standard methods, materials and equipment used in janitorial care and maintenance of buildings and premises. Working knowledge of the general regulations and procedures governing facility operations and some knowledge of the routine building maintenance and minor repair tasks. Ability to perform manual work; understand and follow simple oral or written instructions, deal courteously and effectively with the public, and perform simple repair and maintenance tasks on building and equipment used. Skill in the operation of tools and equipment used in the work. A valid Driver's License for the Province of B.C. is preferred. Please note that a Police Information Check may be required for this position.

Clause 6 Application of Seniority:
Appointments to regular full time, temporary full time, regular part time and temporary part time positions shall be determined by seniority as defined by the greatest length of service in the specific posted job. These appointments shall be subject to the successful passing of the skill test(s) applicable to the classification, that they are not currently subject to a performance management plan, and have no discipline or recorded safety infractions in the previous eighteen (18) months. First consideration will be given to internal applicants (Clause 6 Application) and then open to external applicants.

Please apply online byOctober 23, 2026. 

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.