The Butchart Gardens - Custodial

The Butchart Gardens is looking for individuals to fill the following position: DEPARTMENT: VISITOR SERVICES - CUSTODIAL POSITION: CUSTODIAN The Butchart Gardens is looking for two individuals to join our Custodial team. The Custodial department is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene standards of washrooms and general buildings including vacuuming, mopping, washing, and garbage/recycling pickup. This department regularly interacts with the public and are often relied upon to answer general inquiries. The successful candidate will be required to: • clean and sanitize washrooms including toilets, sinks, and other washroom fixtures • clean staff and visitor areas in various buildings and restaurants • collect, and dispose of garbage and recycling • appropriately sort recycling materials • vacuum, scrub, and mop floors • maintain and replenish stock in washrooms • work efficiently while unsupervised • respond to visitor inquiries by providing information about The Gardens • report issues such as damaged or broken equipment to their supervisors • assist with other jobs as required from time to time The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications and demonstrated attributes: • ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively • An excellent, demonstrated understanding of how to provide exceptional visitor service • good organization skills and attention to detail • physically capability to perform repetitive tasks such as bending, lifting and reaching • a valid driver’s license is an asset This is seasonal position from June through October, then returning in December for our Christmas Season. This position requires evening and shift work, plus occasional overtime. Wage starting from $22.50 an hour. If you are interested in joining our Custodial team, please submit a resume and cover letter to: The Human Resource department care of: The Butchart Gardens Ltd., 800 Benvenuto Ave. Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8 or email hr@butchartgardens.com, or fax 250-544-4455. Applications will be accepted until the suitable candidates are found. The Butchart Gardens appreciates all applications, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted. Please note all candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.