Caretaker - Father Leonard Van Tighem School

Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Separate School Division; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Holy Spirit Catholic School Division is hiring a Caretaker for Father Leonard Van Tighem School in Lethbridge. The role involves maintaining a safe environment and requires specific certifications and physical capability. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to youth success and principles within a Christ-centered setting.

Benefits

100% employer-paid comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Caretaker.
• Strong working knowledge of cleaning and general maintenance.
• Ability to complete all work tasks to a high standard.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing and maintaining a safe and clean environment for the school.
• Supervised by Head Caretaker, assessed for performance.
• Work may require strenuous physical effort.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Good self-directed initiative

Takes charge of assigned tasks

Responds well to supervision

Education

High School Diploma

ABSA Class 5 Power Engineer or above

First Aid certificate

WHMIS certificate

Hydraulic Ladder Training

Confined Space Entry and Rescue Training

Fall Protection Training

Ladder Safety Training

Tools

Commercial cleaning equipment

Job description

CARETAKER Father Leonard Van Tighem School

This position is open to all internal and external candidates. Prior to employment, successful applicants must provide supporting documents as outlined on our New Employees page.

We are looking to hire a continuous 35.0-hour per week Caretaker with the initial assignment at Father Leonard Van Tighem School in Lethbridge. This assignment is to commence June 16, 2025. The successful candidate must be able to work weekday afternoons, evenings, and days as assigned. This position is covered by the CUPE 290 collective agreement.

The Individual

You are a strong advocate for youth and their success in learning. You demonstrate interest, lifestyle, and growth involvement within a Christ-centered working environment. Participation within the Catholic faith is considered an asset.

The Caretaker is responsible for providing and maintaining a safe and clean environment for their assigned school and its community. The Caretaker is supervised and trained by the Head Caretaker at their assigned school and is assessed for performance by the Head Caretaker, Principal, and Maintenance Supervisor. The Caretaker should have a strong working knowledge of cleaning and general maintenance and be able to complete all work tasks to a high standard. The work may require strenuous physical effort.

EDUCATION :

• High School Diploma;
• ABSA Class 5 Power Engineer or above (asset);
• First Aid certificate;
• WHMIS certificate;
• Hydraulic Ladder Training (Mobile Aerial Work Platform);
• Confined Space Entry and Rescue Training;
• Fall Protection Training;
• Ladder Safety Training.

WORK EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum 1 year experience as a Caretaker.

TECHNICAL SKILLS (basic knowledge of) :

• Commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals;

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS :

• Mechanical aptitude;
• Good self-directed initiative;
• Takes charge of assigned tasks;
• Responds well to supervision.

The starting rate for this position is $23.64 per hour. Holy Spirit Catholic School Division offers a 100% employer-paid comprehensive benefit package supporting employee wellness and family needs.

For more information, please contact our Maintenance Supervisor, Maxine Brooks.

Interested qualified applicants are asked to apply online with a complete application package.

Application package must include the following :

• A cover letter addressed to: Anthea Boras, Deputy Superintendent of Schools;
• Resume;
• Documentation supporting education requirements;
• Contact information for 3 references.

Please note : This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants in advance; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

By submitting an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for confidential reference checks, whether or not references are listed.

Key Skills

School Bus Driving, Tractor-Trailer Experience, Employee Evaluation, Paratransit, Van Driver, Bus Driving, Vehicle Maintenance, Box Truck Experience, Commercial Driving, Delivery Driver Experience, Driving, Heavy Lifting