Shelter Facilities Maintenance Attendant

Maintain the Y Women’s Emergency Shelter in Kamloops through cleaning, light maintenance, and flexible daytime shifts. This temporary full-time position supports daily shelter operations.

Reporting to the Director of Programs, the Facility Maintenance Staff member works with the Shelter Services VAWISS team. Responsibilities include cleaning, sanitizing, laundry, supply restocking, minor repairs, and seasonal outdoor tasks. The position requires independent, respectful work within a shelter environment while coordinating with staff and outside providers.

• Clean vacant rooms, bathrooms, floors, windows, and common areas
• Sanitize touchpoints and restock essential shelter supplies
• Complete laundry, donations sorting, and perimeter checks
• Perform minor repairs, painting, and light maintenance tasks
• Coordinate outside contractors and seasonal property maintenance

• High School Diploma
• Level One First Aid and WHMIS certification
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Three references and satisfactory vulnerable sector Criminal Record check

Apply cleaning, maintenance, prioritization, and respectful shelter-service skills at YMCA BC’s Kamloops emergency shelter.