Building Maintenance Worker

Work site environment

• All weather conditions

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
• Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers
• Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
• Contact contractors for repairs and maintenance of the establishment
• Show apartments and offices to prospective tenants
• Water and tend to plants, lawns and/or gardens
• Work with minimal supervision
• Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Cleaning

Equipment

• Industrial vacuum cleaners/power sweepers
• Power lawn mowers
• Security system
• Snowblower

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Safety equipment/gear
• Equipment
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Reliability