Janitor in Burns Lake, British Columbia at Carrier Sekani Family Services

Discover what it means to Practice Differently with Carrier Sekani Family Services as a Part-Time Safe House Janitor in Burns Lake, BC.

The Carrier Sekani Family Services Safe House program provides emergency sheltering and education, advocacy, referrals and healing services in a culturally immersed manner to women and children fleeing family violence. The safe house is centrally located in Burns Lake and is available to women and their children affected by family violence throughout BC.

The Janitor of the Safe House is responsible for the provision of cleaning services to Safe House and grounds to ensure a clean, aesthetic and comfortable environment.

The Heart of the Work

As leaders in Indigenous health and family services, Carrier Sekani Family Services (CSFS) is committed to practicing differently by placing culture at the centre of everything we do. Working in partnership with Nation Elders, Hereditary Chiefs, communities, and families, we have grown since the late 1980s into a trusted organization of more than 600 employees serving 11 member Nations across Northern British Columbia. Through culturally grounded services, we honour the strengths, experiences, and values of Indigenous peoples while supporting the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

What You’ll Do

The Safe House Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized residential environment by cleaning and sanitizing living spaces, common areas, bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry facilities. Duties include cleaning surfaces, appliances, floors, and high-touch areas, disposing of garbage and recyclables, restocking supplies, organizing storage spaces, and assisting with inventory management. The role also supports outdoor maintenance, reports repair needs to the supervisor, assists with moving light furniture and supplies, and may occasionally help with grocery shopping, food handling, and meal preparation. Other related duties may be assigned as required.

What You Bring

There’s no single path to this work, everyone brings different life experiences and qualifications to the table. We encourage you to apply, even if your background doesn’t match every qualification listed below!

• Minimum grade 10 education

• One (1) year experience in building and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair

• WHIMIS

• Minimum First Aid Level 1

• Minimum FoodSafe Level 1

What We Offer

This role pays between $24.084 and $28.767 per hour, with most candidates starting between the minimum and midpoint. Where you land in the range will depend on your experience, skills, and overall fit, along with considerations like market conditions and internal equity.

Permanent Part-Time Employees: In addition to base salary, CSFS offers:

• Generous and flexible time off arrangements.
• Municipal pension plan enrollment (with an employer contribution of 9.31%).
• Extended health and dental benefits.
• Meaningful professional development opportunities.

Position Details

Position Title: Part-Time Janitor (20 hours per week)

Location: Burns Lake

Travel Required: No travel is required for this position.

Deadline to Apply: October 16, 2026

Required Documents: Resume and Cover Letter. Tell us why you’d be a great fit for this role!

Go to www.practicedifferently.ca and click on ‘View Opportunities’ to apply.

We’re committed to making our hiring process accessible. If you need any accommodations at any stage, just reach out to our HR team at recruitment@csfs.org, we’re happy to work with you.

For more on our work culture and how we practice differently, click here.

Final Comments

At CSFS, we are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where diverse identities, experiences, and perspectives are welcomed and valued.

In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, preference will be given to qualified candidates with Aboriginal Ancestry.