Facility Services Worker – City of Port Coquitlam
Job Description
City of Port Coquitlam
Facility Services Worker
(Casual) – Job ID J0124-0751
Organization: Recreation Services
Job Title:24-014c- Facility Services Worker (Casual)
Job Type: Casual
Location: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Closing Date: December 31, 2024
Description:
Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam!
Affectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.
The City of Port Coquitlam is currently accepting applications from enthusiastic, energetic and qualified individuals for casual opportunities as a Facility Services Worker for our recreation buildings and facilities. Primary responsibilities include ice installation, pool maintenance and maintenance operation of related equipment at both indoor and outdoor facilities. Additional responsibilities include minor maintenance and repair of machines, pumps and filters, minor construction, renovation, and maintenance of recreation buildings, ensuring building security and the janitorial and custodial functions for the ice arena, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, public and multi-purpose areas.
The duties will vary according to the season and the recreation facility activities and requirements. While some independence of judgement is required, the performance of tasks is generally within established guidelines and more complex or unusual situations are reviewed with the supervisor to determine appropriate action. In addition, the incumbent may provide guidance and direction to a small group of subordinates engaged in building maintenance and janitorial duties.
Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Inspects, maintains, adjusts and operates a variety of ice-making, resurfacing and refrigeration equipment
- Performs a variety of semi-skilled building and equipment repair and maintenance tasks including painting, basic plumbing, replacing arena glass, basic carpentry and other related functions
- Operates equipment in building systems including heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC), lighting and electrical and plumbing systems and monitor the operation of a variety of pumps and filters and log results; clean and make minor repairs and adjustments
- Inspects, maintains, adjusts and operates a pool filtration system including activities such as the backwash of pool filters
The successful candidate for this position will have:
- High school graduation or equivalent (GED)
- Two (2) years full-time equivalent experience in ice making, pool maintenance, building maintenance
- BCRPA Pool Operator Level 1 and 2, or equivalent training recognized by other provincial bodies
- 5th Class Power Engineer’s Refrigeration Certificate of Competency
- Building Service Worker Certificate (approved minimum 16-hour course)
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License
- Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 Certification
Why should you consider working for us?
- An hourly starting wage of $32.43 (2022 rate of pay)
- We take our work seriously but not ourselves
- We have a positive attitude about the work we perform
- We care deeply about our community
- Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
- We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
- We are a living wage employer
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.