Janitor

Position Title: Janitor Reports to: Manager of Supportive Housing Compensation: $23.99-$25.79/hour Union: BCGEU Status: Part Time - Regular Schedule: 8:30am-5:00pm, Tuesday to Friday (64 hours bi-weekly) Posting Closing Date: October 1, 2026 at 4pm Organizational Focus: Pacifica Housing has been providing safe and affordable homes for almost 35 years. We are a rapidly growing organization dedicated to meeting the housing and support needs of our community. As such, we are committed to building our fast-growing team with a culture that supports our people and reinforces our core values of authenticity, leadership, respect, and social justice. Pacifica is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer by The Living Wage for Families Campaign. Position’s Primary Objectives: The Janitorial Cleaner is responsible for ensuring that Pacifica Housing properties are maintained to high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety. This role performs a variety of janitorial and heavy cleaning duties according to established schedules and work orders, including unit turnovers, deep cleaning, and maintaining common areas. The Janitorial Cleaner contributes directly to tenant health, safety, and satisfaction by: Performing thorough cleaning tasks to sustain a safe and hygienic living environment. Completing unit turnover cleaning to Pacifica Housing specifications. Responding to cleaning work orders in a timely and efficient manner. Supporting infection control by performing pathogen-level cleaning as required. Maintaining professional, respectful relationships with tenants, staff, and colleagues. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to perform physically demanding cleaning tasks, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Key Responsibilities: Cleaning & Sanitation Perform heavy cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and disinfecting floors; washing walls and glass; and removing rubbish. Clean windows, mirrors, and glass partitions using appropriate cleaning methods and products. Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of resident units, including common areas. Perform unit turnover cleaning in accordance with Pacifica Housing standards and specifications. Carry out pathogen-level cleaning when required to sustain a sterile environment in units. Safety & Compliance Report safety hazards, accidents, or injury incidents immediately to the Field Manager. Follow infection control and health and safety practices when completing cleaning duties. Support compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements. Documentation & Reporting Complete and submit janitorial work orders and mileage claims to the Field Manager. Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities and work orders completed. Collaboration & Communication Maintain cordial and cooperative relationships with supportive housing staff and tenants. Communicate effectively with team members to ensure…