Facilities Custodian Service worker

The Victoria Conservatory of Music (VCM) is looking for a reliable individual to join our Facilities team in a full-time capacity. This individual will be a key part of the team that helps deliver a clean and vibrant space for the community to gather, study, enrich, and enjoy.

The Victoria Conservatory of Music – A great place to work

The VCM is so much more than just a music school; it is also a creative hub where music, technology, and vision converge, fostering an environment where students can stretch their musical imaginations. In addition, the VCM's beautiful heritage Alix Goolden Performance Hall is a premier concert space for the Greater Victoria region. The VCM is also a place where people come for the health and wellness benefits that music brings through our renowned Music Therapy program. We are a community that inspires, nurtures, and enriches through excellence in music education, performance, and wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Keeping building and property in clean and orderly condition
• Performing routine cleaning activities, including:
• Sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming floors
• Scrubbing, sanitizing, and suppling restroom facilities
• Dusting furniture, walls, and equipment
• Cleaning windows, mirrors, and partitions
• Preparing & mixing cleaning solutions
• Setting up rooms & equipment for classes and lessons
• Facilitating room entry/control of faculty and students

Strengths and Skills

· Ability to multi-task and exercise good judgment when prioritizing assigned duties

· Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with management

· Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with a range of people from different backgrounds

· Strong work ethic, combining energy and stamina

· Understanding of and commitment to creating a work environment that is inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible

· High level of professionalism with good judgement and discretion

Qualifications and Requirements

· Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures

· Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions

· Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and objects

· Ability to perform repetitive motion for periods of time

· Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals

· Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules

· Communication skills

· Building Service Worker Level 1 / WHIMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) training/certificate considered an asset

· A friendly and helpful personality who will interact professionally with students, concertgoers, faculty, staff

Hours: Permanent Full-time position, generally 30 to 37.5 hours/week with 7.5-hour days.

Compensation: $22.00/hr plus a competitive benefit package, including a bonus paid vacation week at Winter Break, Extended Health, Dental Health Spending Account, and Personal Wellness Days.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

A Criminal Record Review is required for all positions at the VCM.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their applications. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person