Janitor, Full Time

Terrace, BC, Canada

$22.25 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Pay: $22.25 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

As a Janitor you will be responsible for keeping buildings clean and orderly, and performing heavy cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Stripping and wax floors
Collect and dispose of trash following approved procedures and infection control plans
Dust and damp mops floors following approved procedures
Move equipment and furniture for proper cleaning and place furniture back in correct placement
Clean assigned areas with the use of assigned materials and equipment. Sanitize all surfaces.
Wash walls, windows, furniture, baseboards, and other items to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff
Seek out areas requiring cleaning; take initiative to complete the task
Strip, scrub, buff and refinish floors, shampoo carpet
Complete all tasks assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

1 year of housekeeping/custodian experience
2 years' experience, stripping and waxing of floors
WHMIS and BSW Certifications an asset
Good command of English language, both verbal and written
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job

Position Requirements

A full and valid Class 5 Driver's License and clean drivers abstract
Pass a Drug & Alcohol Test
Shift: 12hr/Day
Rotation: 14 Days On/14 Days Off
Local applicants preferred

Perks

Wage will be increased to $23.25 after Nov 30, 2026
Travel and accommodations provided
Overtime after 8hr shift
Benefits after 3 months

ESS Canada is committed to building meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and supporting inclusive employment opportunities. Consistent with our Indigenous community partnership commitments and voluntary employment equity initiatives, qualified Indigenous applicants (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) may be given preference in the hiring process. Such applicants are invited to voluntarily self-identify and may be required to confirm a claim of Indigenous identity during the hiring process.

The hourly wage for this position is $22.25. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards offerings will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence-based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process. This is a posting for an existing job vacancy.

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Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize assigned areas, including floors, carpets, walls, windows, furniture, and other surfaces, while following approved procedures and infection control plans. Remove rubbish, move and replace furniture and equipment as needed, identify areas requiring attention, and complete tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Requires at least one year of housekeeping or custodial experience, including two years of floor stripping and waxing experience, along with the ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team. Applicants must have a valid Class 5 driver's license and clean driving abstract, pass a drug and alcohol test, and be physically able to perform the job; WHMIS and BSW certifications are assets.

Skills

Floor Stripping And Waxing
Floor Scrubbing And Buffing
Carpet Shampooing
Cleaning And Sanitizing
Dusting And Mopping
Waste Disposal
Infection Control
Furniture And Equipment Handling
Attention To Detail
Initiative
Following Written And Verbal Instructions
Independent Work
Teamwork
Physical Ability
English Communication

Benefits

Travel And Accommodations Provided
Overtime Pay After 8-Hour Shift
Benefits After 3 Months

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Janitorial
Housekeeping
Custodial Experience
Floor Stripping
Floor Waxing
Floor Scrubbing
Floor Buffing
Floor Refinishing
Carpet Shampooing
Dusting
Damp Mopping
Waste Disposal
Infection Control
Sanitization
WHMIS
BSW Certification
Class 5 Driver's License
Clean Driver's Abstract
Drug And Alcohol Test
Patient Environment
12-Hour Day Shifts
14 Days On And 14 Days Off
Overtime

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