Caretaker 4 (40 hours)

Calgary Catholic School District; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Calgary Catholic School District in Alberta is seeking a reliable caretaker to oversee the care, cleaning and security of a two-storey elementary/jr high building, its grounds and facilities. The role involves scheduling and supervising Cleaning Assistants and Cleaners, maintaining heating and ventilation systems, and coordinating with the Principal and Caretaking Manager.

Candidates should have valid Alberta Building Operator B or Fifth Class Power Engineering, and complete the Caretaking

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Alberta Building Operator “B” Certificate, or Fifth Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency, and meets the minimum legislated requirements for heating surfaces in accordance with ABSA.
• Successful completion of Calgary Catholic Schools Caretaking Course.
• Willingness to participate in orientation with Principal and Caretaking Manager/Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Care for the school building and grounds, ensuring cleaning and security.
• Schedule and supervise Cleaning Assistants and Cleaners; provide leadership.
• Maintain heating/ventilation equipment and perform minor repairs as needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff, principal and students.

Skills

Leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Alberta Building Operator “B” Certificate

Fifth Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency

Job description

Job Requirements

Posting Dates: October 9, 2026 to October 16, 2026 (applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on October 16, 2026).

Vacancy: Two storey- Elementary/Jr High school, consisting of standard classrooms, library, gymnasium and administrative complex. Hot water heating system with central heating and ventilation unit.

Hours of Work : Day Shift (commences after 7:00 a.m. and before 2:00 p.m.)

Overall Accountability

Responsible for the care, cleaning and security of the school building and all of its grounds. Performs interior and exterior cleaning of school and grounds maintenance. Schedules the work of the Cleaning Assistant and Cleaners. Participates in and provides leadership and direction in such work as well as in other work that may be required by the School Principal and/or Caretaking Manager or Supervisor.

Specific Accountabilities

Self-motivated person who has demonstrated ability to apply proper caretaking procedures and to provide competent leadership as well as effective scheduling and supervision of work. Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously and communicate effectively with caretaking and instructional staff, school principal and students. Ability to maintain air handling equipment to designed standards. Reliable attendance and punctuality with satisfactory evaluations in the performance of caretaking duties. Demonstrated ability to perform minor repairs and maintenance of structures and equipment.

Qualifications

Possession of a valid Alberta Building Operator “B” Certificate, or Fifth Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency, and meets the minimum legislated requirements for heating surfaces in accordance with the Alberta Boiler Safety Association(ABSA), together with demonstrated ability to properly and safely start up and operate a school heating system. Successful completion of Calgary Catholic Schools Caretaking Course

The successful applicant will attend an orientation meeting with the Principal and Caretaking Manager/Supervisor.

This position is open to all qualified applicants