Custodian

Renfrew County District School Board; Douglas; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Renfrew County District School Board is seeking a reliable Custodian at Opeongo High School in Douglas, ON. The role supports building operations with cleaning, maintenance, and opening/closing duties, evening shift 2:30 pm to 8:30 pm, 5.5 hours per day.

Candidates should have a Grade 12 diploma and at least one year in custodial work, be able to work independently or in a team, and follow safety policies. The board emphasizes accessibility and equity; CUPE 1247 procedures apply and vulnerable

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ability and willingness to take on responsibility.
• Strong cleaning, preventive maintenance, and safety practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work with staff, students and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms, washrooms, floors and fixtures to a high standard.
• Open/close the building and check security and systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and light repairs as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and support grounds maintenance.

Skills

Cleaning

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

September 21, 2026

THE RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

CUSTODIAN

SCHOOL: Opeongo High School, Douglas, ON

Schedule

5.5 hours/day (27.5 hours/week)

2:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Schedule may be altered during School Breaks and subject to change

NOTE: This vacancy is for an existing position.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the head custodian and/or area supervisor, performs a variety of custodial duties such as routine cleaning, routine building and equipment maintenance, opening and closing the building, checking building systems, responding to emergency calls; performing grounds maintenance and other duties as assigned at the school.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent of Grade 12 and at least one year in the custodial field; proven to be dependable with a willingness to take on responsibility.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Able to clean rooms, washrooms, and fixtures; mop, wash, scrub and finish floors; pick up and dispose of garbage and recycling; vacuum and/or shampoo carpets; wipe and wash windows, blackboards, ledges, railings and furniture. Able to do a thorough cleaning such as stripping, resealing and refinishing floors. Capable of operating custodial cleaning equipment and identifying simple problems with this equipment. Able to perform heavy tasks including assisting in the unloading of heavy supplies or materials. Able to perform routine maintenance activities including repairing lockers, doors and furniture; replacing fuses and light bulbs, resetting circuit breakers and unclogging drains. Capable of using manual or mechanized equipment to remove snow, cut grass and perform other grounds maintenance. Able to perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all Board policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety to protect all occupants of the building. Able to complete tasks within deadlines and adjust priorities as needed. Able to work independently as well as in a team. Able to establish and maintain excellent working relations with supervisory staff, fellow workers, students, contractors and user groups. Able to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions in the conduct of the job. Exhibits strong judgment and trustworthiness while exercising good judgment and maintaining high ethical standards. Working knowledge of email and computer software programs like Excel or Word would be an asset. Knowledge of WHMIS.

Hiring will follow the requirements outlined in the CUPE 1247 Collective Agreement and the RCDSB Administrative Procedures. Members of the bargaining unit will be given first consideration. The District reserves the right not to fill a position.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

All other applicants are thanked for their interest.

All offers of employment are conditional upon receipt of a current

vulnerable sector screening and educational qualifications acceptable to the District.

The RCDSB is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Applicants requiring a Code-protected accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources ([e-mail]) throughout any stage of the recruitment.

The Renfrew County District School Board is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our employment practices. For more information, please visit the page.