Assistant Manager

Burnaby, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 15, 2026
1 position

$50,000–$55,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: College diploma
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Assistant Manager supervises daily cleaning operations and ensures client specifications are met while maintaining a safe work environment. They are responsible for training, coaching, and mentoring a team of up to 40 staff members to foster company culture and development.

Job details

Your next big step in leadership starts here ABOUT US: Established in 1956, BEST is a Canadian janitorial company that aims to create a cleaner world by focusing on communities' social, environmental, and economic impact. We have been recognized by Deloitte as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and by Waterstone Human Capital as one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures. JOB OVERVIEW: The Assistant Manager will be responsible for assisting the Site Manager in day to day cleaning operations at site level and ensure a safe, professional work environment. The ASM will foster BEST culture, mission, and values. JOB LOCATION: Burnaby, BC Shift Day/Time: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 per year DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervising and overseeing the direction of site operations, ensuring that the client’s specifications and requirements are met, and reviewing progress Train front line cleaning staff, supervisors and administration Motivate, coach, mentor and provide guidance to a staff of up to 40 team members ensuring employee development Effectively and professionally communicate with internal and external sources Identify, support, and develop growth plans for project works or other site locations Provide corrective and/or disciplinary action in accordance with BEST policy guidelines Identify potential issues, seek strategic alternative solutions while mitigating risk Implement and communicate company initiatives in a timely & effective manner Efficiently manage inventory levels of regularly ordered items Manage changing priorities with a thorough understanding of business needs Respond to inquiries outside business hours such as evening and weekends to meet business needs Other duties as required to support contractual needs and business growth KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Driver's License and access to vehicle Business-related Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree an asset Minimum 1 year of related work experience Ability to pass Canadian Criminal Background Check Intermediate knowledge of MS Office, Comprehensive understanding of the Employment Standards Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act Strong leadership, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills When you join the BEST team, you’ll enjoy: Flexible and hybrid work schedules for head office positions Competitive wages and benefits packages An excellent company culture, with access to educational grants and regular team events and celebrations Employee recognition and appreciation programs Opportunities for career advancement, on-the-job training, and upskilling within a quickly growing company BEST is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and encourages applicants of all backgrounds. Click to apply today!

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have at least one year of related work experience and a valid driver's license with access to a vehicle. A business-related post-secondary diploma or degree is considered an asset, along with knowledge of employment and safety legislation.