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Substitute Building Service Worker (On-Call)

Richmond – School District #38

Richmond, B.C.

Job description

Substitute Building Service Worker

Recognized for its diversity, dedication to inclusion, and strong partnerships with the community, the Richmond School District is among one of the largest districts in British Columbia with some of the highest graduation rates in the province. With a long history of providing high quality experiences for students, the Richmond School District strives to be The Best Place to Learn and Lead.

Richmond School District operates 38 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, alternate programs, continuing education and a number of additional facilities. The district enrolls approximately 21,000 students (K-12) and employs over 3000 dedicated staff.

The District is seeking applicants for the position of Substitute Building Service Worker (on-call).

Successful applicants must have:

  • Grade 10 or equivalent education
  • Building Service Worker Certificate
  • Relevant cleaning experience

The basic rate of pay for this position is $26.93, plus 4% vacation pay and 7% sick pay, resulting in a total hourly rate of $29.89. Hiring will begin in the Spring of 2026.

For more information about Richmond School District 38, please visit www.makeafuture.ca/richmond or our website at www.sd38.bc.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however ONLY those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Richmond School District is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Our ability to provide the best education for our student population relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Richmond School District is the best place to learn and lead.

About this occupation

This job is classed under Light duty cleaners (NOC 65310) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Light duty cleaners clean lobbies, hallways, offices and rooms of hotels, motels, resorts, hospitals, schools, office buildings and private residences. They are employed by hotels, motels, resorts, recreational facilities, hospitals and other institutions, building management companies, cleaning service companies and private individuals. Housekeepers perform housekeeping duties in residential, and institutional settings.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Sweep, mop, wash, wax and polish floors
  • Dust furniture and vacuum carpeting and area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
  • Make beds, change sheets and distribute clean towels and toiletries
  • Attend to guests' requests for extra supplies
  • Stock linen closets and other supplies' areas

Usual requirements

  • Some secondary school education may be required.
  • On-the-job training is usually provided.

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What you’ll do

Perform building service and cleaning duties

Benefits

  • 4% vacation pay
  • 7% sick pay
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