Custodian

School District 60; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 60 in Fort St. John is seeking a Custodian at Ecole Central Elementary to perform cleaning and minor maintenance across facilities.

You will work five days a week, 8 hours daily, starting Sept 8, 2026, earning $25.98 per hour. The role requires safety awareness, teamwork, and the ability to organize tasks and operate cleaning equipment, with WHMIS training provided during probation.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 or equivalent.
• 1 year of commercial/school cleaning preferred.
• Ability to operate auto scrubber and window cleaning equipment.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle if required.
• Pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check.
• WHMIS and safety training to be completed during probation.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects interior, removes garbage, sweeps, vacuums, and mops; cleans exterior areas as needed.
• Secures doors and windows in assigned areas.
• Performs minor maintenance on doors, windows, lamps, and furniture.
• Organizes the regular workday with supervisor; may accommodate evening user groups.
• Assists with seasonal cleaning such as stripping and waxing floors.
• Maintains tools and equipment in good working order.
• Follows safety rules and WHMIS standards; ensures safety on site.
• May act as Head Custodian if required.
• Notifies supervisor of vandalized equipment or property.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor/H.Head Custodian.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Organized

Independent work

Reading comprehension

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

WHMIS Certificate

Tools

Auto scrubber

Window cleaning equipment

Job description

Position Description

There is a position available for a Custodian at Ecole Central Elementary.

CUSTODIAN

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor in cooperation with the site Administrative Officer(s), and overseen by the Head Custodian, this position is responsible for the custodial and minor building maintenance work in the cleaning of School District facilities.

Hours of work

(8) hrs. per day, five (5) days per week

Duties to Commence

September 8, 2026

Work Year Base

Eleven (11) months per year

Commencing Salary

$25.98/hr.

Duties

• Cleans and disinfects building interior, fixtures and windows. This includes garbage removal, sweeping, vacuuming and wet mopping floors. Also performs some related cleaning duties to the exterior of the buildings and landings.
• Responsible to secure doors and windows in their area.
• Performs minor maintenance on doors, windows, lamps, school furniture and other fixtures.
• Overseen by the Head Custodian and under the general direction of the site Administrative Officer(s)/Supervisor, organizes the regular work day according to daily priorities. Must accommodate evening user groups.
• Assists with seasonal clean ups which include stripping, scrubbing and waxing floors and washing walls, desks, furniture, etc.
• Maintains and ensures tools and equipment are in good working order.
• Follows proper safety rules and standards by ensuring the worksite is safe and secure, that equipment and vehicles are operated according to set standards.
• Ensures the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS) and the safe use and operation of equipment and hand tools.
• Assumes the role of Head Custodian if needed.
• Informs the Supervisor(s) and or site Administrative Officer(s) of vandalized equipment or property.
• Performs other job related duties as directed by the site Administrative Officer(s)/Supervisor and Head Custodian.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Grade 10 or equivalency
• Minimum 1 year of commercial cleaning or school cleaning experience is preferred
• Ability to operate large, self-propelled auto scrubber and window cleaning equipment
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle may be required
• Reading comprehension of written instructions and safety bulletins
• Ability to work with the public
• Must be well organized
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
• WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
• Other applicable safety training and/or certification as provided by the District to be completed as needed
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to staring employment

Proof of graduation and/or highest level of education is required prior to starting position

For More Information Please Contact

Radu Grigoras, Maintenance Supervisor [phone] or email [e-mail]

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.