We are accepting applications from existing USW USW1-1937 employees for a full-time three month term (or until the return of the incumbent) Custodian to join Recreation Services. This position plays a key role in ensuring that our facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner. The primary responsibilities of this role include:
- Sweeping, washing, stripping, and sealing floors. Cleaning and disinfecting washrooms, change rooms, showers, walls, fixtures, mirrors, and counters.
- Cleaning and maintaining pool deck and associated areas such as hot tub, sauna, steam room, stairs, rails, ramps, boards, and bleachers. Adding pool chemicals as required.
- Cleaning windows, walls, doors, cabinets, desks, and equipment throughout facilities.
- Set up and take down of facilities for special events, program activities, and user groups.
- Replenishing supplies and requesting supplies and equipment as required.
- Cleaning and maintaining equipment and tools. Removing garbage and recycling.
- Opening and closing facility as required. Maintaining routine records and logs. Monitoring facilities and reporting any maintenance needs or concerns to the Manager.
Our ideal candidate is:
- Safety conscious and mechanically inclined with a minimum of six months of directly related experience including: working knowledge of the materials, current methods, tools and equipment used in janitorial work, strong knowledge of WHMIS and proper and safe use of cleaning products and basic knowledge of routine building maintenance and repair.
- A strong communicator with a professional approach to customer service.
- Certified in WHMIS, current criminal record clearance, a valid BC Driver’s license and Grade 12 graduation.
- Able to effectively respond to customer concerns or complaints, including emergency situations when required.
- Flexible in working a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
- Additional preferred qualifications include: Building Service Worker Certificate – Level I or equivalent.
To review the complete job description and to apply go to Current Opportunities | Comox Valley Regional District.
The closing date for this position is September 17, 2026 at 3:00 pm. Applications for available positions with the CVRD must be received prior to the indicated closing date and time. We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The CVRD respectfully acknowledges the land on which it operates is on the unceded traditional territory of the K’ómoks First Nation, the traditional keepers of this land.
The CVRD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all individuals.