Emergency Warming Centre (Custodian)

At a glance

• Competition No: EWC26
• Duration: Auxiliary
• For City of Burnaby employees only
• Closing date: November 12, 2026
• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Hours of work details in Employee Notification emailed November 2, 2026

Full posting

Emergency Warming Centre (Custodian) Competition No: EWC26 (Custodian) Duration: Auxiliary Salary: Schedule: Special Notes: Last Updated: 11/2/26 *For City of Burnaby employees only We are accepting applications expressing interest to work in our Emergency Warming Centre. Please see the Employee Notification emailed on November 2, 2026 for further information on hours of work, etc. This vital role is responsible to help keep the Warming Centre clean and tidy under what can be difficult circumstances. Having experience working with the unhoused can provide much needed insight to some of the daily challenges faced, while maintaining care and compassion for the people we assist. Ensuring safety protocols and procedures are adhered to are essential while carefully cleaning restrooms, etc. Requirements for this role include the ability to problem solve and take initiative in addressing issues while working with disadvantaged and potentially challenging people in a diverse environment. Experience working in a Warming Centre is ideal. Additionally, we require a valid BC Drivers Licence. Applications will be considered based on experience, with senior candidates chosen. Please apply online by November 12, 2026. Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences. BackShare • • • • • Apply Now