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On-Call Custodian East & West

Boundary – School District #51

Grand Forks, B.C.

Job description

School District 51 is looking for Casual On-Call School Custodians East & West interested in working in the Boundary Area. School District 51 operates on a 4-day week with schools open Monday to Thursday. Schools are located from Christina Lake to Beaverdell.

Job Summary:

The work involves routine cleaning of schools and School District buildings including minor maintenance tasks and security of a facility. The work is physically demanding and involves walking, standing, stooping, reaching, lifting, moving furniture and carrying equipment in accordance with WorkSafe BC requirements.

Job Requirements:

  • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Completion of a Course in custodial or building services preferred
  • Minimum 3 month custodial experience in an institutional setting
  • WHMIS Certificate
  • Must have the ability to perform physical labour and to be able to operate the required equipment
  • Ability to utilize good cleaning practices and procedures
  • Must have understanding and knowledge of safe work practices
  • Must be flexible and accept assignments on short notice
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision and have good organizational skills
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to meet and deal tactfully with public and other staff members
  • May be required to make minor job related repairs
  • Perform other related duties as required

The salary for this position is in accordance with the Collective Agreement presently in effect between the Board and C.U.P.E. Local 2098.

Interested persons with further questions are requested to contact David Reid, Director of Operations, at 250-442-8258.

Please note that in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act, selected candidates not currently employed by School District No. 51 (Boundary) must pay a $28 fee and sign a release to permit a criminal record review. Employment with SD51 (Boundary) is subject to passing this criminal record review.

School District 51 thanks all applicants for their interest in applying for these positions; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

About this occupation

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.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Operate industrial vacuum cleaners to remove scraps, dirt, heavy debris and other refuse
  • Wash windows, interior walls and ceilings
  • Empty trash cans and other waste containers
  • Sweep, mop, scrub and wax hallways, floors and stairs
  • Clean snow and ice from walkways and parking areas

Usual requirements

  • Completion of secondary school may be required.
  • Previous cleaning experience may be required.

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What you’ll do

Clean schools and School District buildings. Perform minor maintenance tasks and job-related repairs. Maintain facility security. Operate required cleaning and maintenance equipment. Move furniture and carry equipment. Perform other related duties as required

What you’ll need

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. Completion of a custodial or building services course preferred. Minimum 3 months of custodial experience in an institutional setting. WHMIS Certificate. Ability to perform physical labour. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to accept assignments on short notice. Ability to follow oral and written instructions

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