Custodian

School District 50 Haida Gwaii; Daajing Giids; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

HAIDA GWAII BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 50 is hiring a Temporary Custodian for Gidgalang Ḵuuyas Naay Secondary School (PRIMARILY). Start date is as soon as possible through December 31, 2026.

The role covers cleaning, security, and energy conservation with a 35-hour workweek. Wage is $29.59 per hour, plus a $1.00 shift premium when applicable. Candidates should have Grade 12 education and be willing to learn janitorial procedures, with WSBC safety knowledge and the ability to lift and

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• Experience or willingness to learn janitorial procedures.
• Familiarity with WHMIS and WSBC safety regulations.
• Ability to read and comprehend written safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, security, and energy conservation of the assigned building.
• Receive direction from the Working Foreman and assist school staff as needed.
• Occasional outdoor tasks and indoor duties as required.
• Must be able to lift, push, bend, and carry; work alone but cooperate with peers.

Skills

WHMIS knowledge

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Communication with staff and public

Physical stamina

Education

Grade 12 education

Tools

Janitorial equipment operation

Job description

HAIDA GWAII BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 50

TEMPORARY CUSTODIAN Gidgalang Ḵuuyas Naay Secondary School (PRIMARILY)

Start Date: As soon as possible to December 31, 2026

Salary

$29.59 per hour, plus a shift premium of $1.00 when applicable

Hours of Work

Thirty-Five (35) hours per week

The Custodian is responsible for the cleanliness, security, and energy conservation of the building to which assigned the Daajing Giids - Skidegate area. Receives direction from the Working Foreman and is required from time-to-time to carry-out requests of the school staff.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 level of education is required.
• Previous training and/or experience in janitorial procedures would be an asset or the willingness to learn and maintain safe and proper cleaning techniques.
• Maintain familiarity with Workplace Hazardous materials Information System (WHMIS) and WorkSafe BC (WSBC) safety regulations.
• Possess the ability to read and comprehend written instructions and “safety” warning of the products the employee uses and use such products safely.
• Possess mechanical aptitude to operate such janitorial equipment that is used within the facility, proper use and care.
• Possess the ability to meet and deal tactfully with students, members of staff and the public.
• The position is one that has inherent sensory and physical tasks and as such the job requires the capability to perform tasks such as lifting, pushing, holding, reaching, bending and carrying.
• The position is one that is primarily indoors but occasionally requires going outside and at times unpleasant tasks are called for owing to the nature of the work.
• Must be able to work alone, but be co-operative with peers when major tasks are encountered.
• Willingness to obtain WorkSafe BC - Level I First Aid if requested.

Application Deadline

Monday September 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Haida Gwaii School District No. 50 hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to qualified new hires with Haida and/or other Indigenous ancestry who have demonstrated knowledge and experience of Haida culture.