Building Service Worker I

Competition Number: 26075

Category: Facility Operations and Building Maintenance

Job Title: Building Service Worker I

Department: Parks, Recreation and Community Services - Cedar Hill Campus: Recreation Centre and Golf Course.

Position Type: Up to 3 Casual Positions (CUPE Local 2011)

Salary: These are C.U.P.E. Local 2011 positions with a wage of $31.22 per hour and an additional 15% pay in lieu of benefits.

Posted Date: March 14, 2026

Closing Date: March 26, 2026

Last Modified: March 13, 2026, 6:40 pm

Status: Open

Description:

The District of Saanich's Parks, Recreation and Community Services department is seeking a team player to help drive our mission of Healthy Nature, Healthy People, and Healthy Community, while supporting our vision: a Saanich where everyone belongs. You’ll work within a team where service excellence, learning and knowledge sharing, and feedback and accountability are highly valued, and where communication, trust, respect, and positivity form the foundation for everything we do.

The Recreation Division is seeking a reliable and service-oriented Building Service Worker I to support the daily operations at Cedar Hill Campus: Recreation Centre and Golf Course. This position plays an important role in ensuring that recreation facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming for the community while supporting a wide variety of programs, activities, and events delivered at the facility.

Under the general direction of the Technical Building Services Supervisor or Building Services[CE1]  Supervisor, the Building Service Worker I performs a range of facility support duties including routine cleaning and maintenance of recreation areas, meeting rooms, washrooms, and common spaces. Responsibilities include setting up and taking down equipment and furniture for programs and events, monitoring facility conditions to ensure safety and cleanliness, assisting staff and user groups as required, and responding to general operational needs of the facility. The role requires a strong commitment to customer service and the ability to work cooperatively with staff, contractors, and members of the public.

Requirements include completion of Grade 11 or equivalent; Building Service Worker Level 1 certification; and a minimum of three months of related custodial or building service experience. Hard floor and carpet care certification is required, along with WHMIS certification valid within one year and Occupational First Aid Level I. Employment is subject to the provision of a satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector (PIC-VS) dated within the last six months. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The successful candidate(s) will work varying shifts including nights, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. Although we thank all applicants for applying, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Important Information:

The District of Saanich is proud to once again be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2026. As an inclusive, supportive, and high‑performing organization, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. We aim to attract and retain passionate, skilled individuals from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can contribute and thrive. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact accessibilityHR@saanich.ca in confidence. We are here to support your full participation.