Casual Custodian

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board in Peterborough, Ontario, is seeking casual custodians to provide reliable coverage across multiple locations. The wage is $26.22 per hour, with a start as soon as possible and a closing date of October 29, 2026.

Applicants must have a secondary diploma and at least 6 months of cleaning experience; a current police check is required. Interviews will be in-person after the posting closes.

Qualifications

• Completed Secondary School Diploma or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of six (6) months of cleaning experience with demonstrated skill and knowledge in custodial practices and equipment.
• A Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) and Pardoned Sexual Offenders Database Search dated within six (6) months prior to the date of hire, is a requirement for employment.

Responsibilities

• Daily regular cleaning of assigned area(s) including floors, furniture, washrooms, windows, and other surfaces to maintain a hygienic and safe environment using appropriate equipment and following established cleaning protocols.
• Collect and dispose of garbage, recycling, and compost to prevent pest infestations and maintain cleanliness.
• Opens, closes, and secures board buildings by locking doors/windows and setting/disarming alarms to protect property and ensure safety.
• Support after-hours school community permit use by setting up and dismantling rooms for events by arranging tables, chairs, and equipment to accommodate school and community functions as per permit terms and conditions.
• Maintain school grounds by removing snow and ice, sanding walkways, and tending to gardens by using appropriate equipment.
• Clean school yards to remove hazardous materials using appropriate disposal tools and PPE as per health and safety procedures.
• Distribute deliveries and ship materials to support school operations.
• Perform minor repairs such as changing lightbulbs and touching up paint to maintain facility functionality.
• Maintain custodial equipment by performing routine checks and minor repairs.
• Assist maintenance staff with custodial related tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Explain and exchange information with external contacts to assist with facilitating building maintenance and inspections.
• Flush water systems and log results to ensure safe drinking water for students and complete computer logs in compliance with ministry and board requirements.
• Update and check emails to stay informed with department notifications and directives.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Casual Custodian

Job Type: This posting is for establishing a casual supply list for existing and future coverage needs (required to be available to work a minimum of three (3) days per week)

Wage: $26.22 per hour

Location: Peterborough, Northumberland, and Clarington Regions (to view the schools in these locations)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: October 29, 2026, at 12:00PM

Interviews: Interviews will be held in-person following the posting closing date

Who We Are

The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) offers a world-class education for approximately 36,000 students in 89 schools. Spanning over 7,000 square kilometers, across diverse rural and urban communities in southeastern Ontario, KPR serves the Municipality of Clarington, Northumberland and Peterborough Counties, and City of Quinte West/Murray Ward.

The Board is situated on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg people, serving three vibrant Indigenous communities which include Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation.

Today, the Kawartha Pine Ridge school district is home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of all Indigenous people across Turtle Island, current and throughout history.

All positions in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board support the school's priority of student achievement and the Boards mission to educate our students to excel in learning, to succeed in life and to enrich our communities.

Main Responsibilities

• Daily regular cleaning of assigned area(s) including but not limited to floors, furniture, washrooms, windows, and other surfaces to maintain a hygienic and safe environment using appropriate equipment (i.e. floor cleaner, mops, vacuums, disinfectants) and following established cleaning protocols.
• Collect and dispose of garbage, recycling, and compost to prevent pest infestations and maintain cleanliness using bins, and dumpsters.
• Opens, closes, and secures board buildings by locking doors/windows and setting/disarming alarms to protect property and ensure safety using key systems and alarm panels under requirements of Safe Schools procedures.
• Support after-hours school community permit use by setting up and dismantling rooms for events by arranging tables, chairs, and equipment to accommodate school and community functions as per permit terms and conditions.
• Maintain school grounds by removing snow and ice, sanding walkways, and tending to gardens by using appropriate equipment (i.e. snow blowers, shovels, salt, gardening tools) ensuring safe and accessible outdoor areas.
• Clean school yards to remove hazardous materials using appropriate disposal tools and assigned personal protective equipment to ensure outdoor safety as per health and safety procedures.
• Distribute deliveries and ship materials to support school operations.
• Perform minor repairs such as changing lightbulbs, tightening screws, and touching up paint to maintain facility functionality using appropriate tools and supplies as per custodial procedures. Refer more significant repairs to maintenance services.
• Maintain custodial equipment by performing routine checks and minor repairs to ensure operational readiness.
• Assist maintenance staff with custodial related tasks to support larger repairs and upkeep projects as directed by supervisor.
• Explain and exchange information with external contacts to assist with facilitating building maintenance and inspections.
• Flush water systems and log results to ensure safe drinking water for students and complete computer logs in compliance with ministry and board requirements.
• Update and check emails to stay informed with department notifications and directives using a computer and board email system.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Manager, and/or Head Custodian in consultation with school administration.

Qualifications

• Completed Secondary School Diploma or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of six (6) months of cleaning experience with demonstrated skill and knowledge in custodial practices and equipment.
• A Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) and Pardoned Sexual Offenders Database Search dated within six (6) months prior to the date of hire, is a requirement for employment.

Recruitment Process

Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an interview. Successful interviewees will then be required to complete a functional assessment conducted by a registered physiotherapist. This assessment will include a health screening and a physical evaluation.

Our Commitment

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• Persons who identify as women; and
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about what this means in our organization, please refer to our website at (see "Careers" section).

If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to to discuss further.

We thank you for your application and your interest in working at Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, at this time, we will only be contacting candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.