Custodian 1 (0.625 FTE - Permanent/Full-Time)

District School Board Ontario North East; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The District School Board Ontario North East is seeking a Custodian 1 at Ecole Secondaire Cochrane High School for 25 hours per week (0.625 FTE), 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Start date as soon as possible.

You will maintain the Board's buildings by performing routine cleaning to ensure a safe, clean environment for students, staff and visitors. WHMIS certification and a High School diploma/GED are required or preferred for internal candidates.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Current WHMIS certificate.
• Basic computer skills (email, data entry).
• Ability to read safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Experience in custodial work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Board's buildings by performing routine cleaning and related tasks.
• Operate cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency; perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Ensure a safe, clean, healthy environment for students, staff and visitors.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Read and interpret safety rules

Write routine reports

Operate cleaning equipment

Physical endurance

Education

High School diploma or GED

WHMIS certificate

Job description

CUPE

Comp. 26-501

Closing date: 2026-11-05 @ 4:00 pm EST

Custodian 1

Location: Ecole Secondaire Cochrane High School

Start date: As soon as possible

Vacancy Details: 0.625 FTE (Permanent/Full-time, 25 hours/week - 3:00pm to 8:00pm)

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Position Summary:

Maintain the Board's buildings by performing routine cleaning and other related tasks to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment for students, staff, and visitors.

Requirements:

• Basic computer skills (e-mail, data entry)
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency, perform medium to heavy physical labor with assistance. Must have physical ability to perform medium to heavy work tasks.
• High School diploma or general degree (GED).
• Current WHMIS certificate.
• Experience in custodial work is preferred.

Compensation:

Salary in accordance with the current CUPE collective agreement Collective Agreement $28.45 per hour

DSB1 may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants, as defined under the Employment Standards Act (ESA). AI is not used to make final hiring decisions. In DSB1, final hiring decisions are made by DSB1 staff.

Additional Information:

Internal applicants shall provide a covering letter indicating the position to which they are applying, a completeresume, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from their immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one which must be the current supervisor).

External applicants shall provide a covering letter and a complete resume, including complete information about experience, training, employment history, dates, places and addresses of previous employers, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one which must be a current or recent supervisor). Must provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment.

- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-

It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning environment for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22.

Accommodation: Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation please contact [e-mail]

The Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment.

Jonathan Byer (Board Chair) - Lesleigh Dye (Chief Executive Officer)

2026-10-29