Custodians - On-call

Temporary/Relief School Custodians

School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) is seeking temporary school custodians available to work on a temporary or relief basis. Temporary employment may lead to regular employment opportunities. Under the supervision of the Manager of Operations and Transportation and/or the Principal, the Custodian is responsible for cleaning and securing District facilities.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Follow the district cleaning program to ensure clean and healthy facilities.
• Ensure that summer and holiday period cleaning is accomplished effectively and on time.
• Secure facilities including windows and doors, set intruder alarm and report security issues.
• Report maintenance issues to Manager of Operations and Transportation.
• Organize cleaning schedule and provide access to the facility for school and community use.
• Monitor custodial materials and supplies and make requests to replenish stock.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as requested.
• Keep current by participating in job-related training and professional learning.
• Communicate positively and effectively and interact as a collaborative and consultative team member.
• Act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health and Safety protocols and WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Grade 12 completion; course work or certification as a building service worker or custodial worker is desirable.
• WHMIS certification within last three years.
• At least four months recent successful experience in a custodial position.
• Demonstrated skills in safe and effective custodial methods and procedures required by the district.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning materials, methods and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective communication skills in verbal, written and digital format.
• Basic proficiency in using technology.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Medical certificate issued in last year demonstrating physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.
• Proven time management skills.

Temporary hours can range from 3 hrs/day up to 40 hrs/week. The wage rate for this position is as per the Collective Agreement between the Board of School Trustees for School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 2450. All interested candidates must apply complete with a cover letter, resume and proof of qualifications.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.

This job is classed under Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners (NOC 65312) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Janitors, caretakers and heavy-duty cleaners clean and maintain the interior and exterior of commercial, institutional and residential buildings and their surrounding grounds. They are employed by office and apartment building management companies, condominium corporations, educational institutions, health care facilities, recreational and shopping facilities, religious, industrial and other establishments.

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