Crosswalk Guard / Janitor

Eskasoni School Board; Eskasoni First Nation; On-site; CAD 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional education board in Eskasoni is seeking a dedicated Crosswalk Guard/Janitor for full-time employment. The role involves managing the safe passage of students at the crosswalk and performing janitorial tasks to maintain clean school facilities. Candidates should have a Grade 12 education, strong interpersonal skills, and fluency in Mi’kmaq and English. This position offers a competitive salary and aims to foster a safe environment for students. Applications must include a resume and references.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent/experience required.
• Traffic Control training is an asset.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.
• Janitorial experience and training in commercial cleaning procedures required.
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form.
• Willingness to work as part of the school support team.
• Fluency in Mi’kmaq and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate traffic flow and student movement at the crosswalk.
• Perform janitorial tasks and maintain cleanliness of school grounds.
• Report any incidents to the supervisor.
• Assist with moving furniture and grounds keeping.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Fluency in Mi’kmaq

Fluency in English

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Traffic Control training

First Aid certification

WHMIS certification

Tools

Janitorial cleaning supplies

Job description

Job Title

Crosswalk Guard/Janitor

Reporting to

Director of Capital Assets

Hours of work

8:30 am to 3:30 pm (Monday to Thursday and 3:00 pm on Fridays)

Location

Eskasoni Elementary & Middle School

Employment status

Full-time employment

Starting Salary

$39,964.00

Summary

The Crossing Guard/Janitor is responsible for managing the flow of traffic to ensure the safe passage of students in the crosswalk area going to and from the school. This position also assists with janitorial tasks outside of peak pedestrian times to ensure school grounds and facilities are maintained, clean, safe, and sanitary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of students crossing the crosswalk with the flow of vehicles.
• Guide, direct, and escort students at the school crossing location.
• Report student or driver accidents, incidents, and issues to the supervisor.
• Clean and disinfect washrooms and fixtures.
• Clean up spills and debris from the floors.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Empty trash cans and other waste containers.
• Spot clean walls and floors as necessary.
• Clean glass surfaces, windows, and washroom mirrors as necessary.
• Ensure proper disinfectant procedures are followed.
• Assist day janitors and maintenance personnel as needs arise.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Assist with grounds keeping.
• Other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent/experience
• Traffic Control training is an asset
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position, including working outdoors in varying weather conditions (rain, snow, cold, heat)
• Janitorial experience and training in commercial cleaning procedures required
• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral form
• Willingness to work as part of the school support team
• First Aid and WHMIS required.
• Fluency in Mi’kmaq and English is required.

Please note that successful candidates must provide a current satisfactory criminal record with a vulnerable sector check, child abuse registry check prior to commencing employment.

Preference will be given to Indigenous people in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preferences Policy of the Canadian Human Rights Commission.

While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted electronically through Bamboohr and must include a resume, cover letter, and 3 work-related references, or by email to [e-mail]

https://eskasonischoolboard.bamboohr.com/jobs/

Closing Date: February 11, 2026, at 3:00 pm.