Custodian 1 (1.0 FTE - Permanent/Full-Time)

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

Job summary

District School Board Ontario North East in Kirkland Lake is seeking a Custodian 1 to maintain buildings with routine cleaning and related tasks. The 1.0 FTE evening shift runs 2:00pm to 10:00pm, starting January 4, 2027.

Salary is $28.45 per hour under the CUPE agreement. Applicants should have a High School diploma (or GED), a WHMIS certificate, basic computer skills, and the ability to read safety rules and write routine reports.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Computer skills

Reading ability

Reporting

Cleaning efficiency

Physical labor

WHMIS

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

WHMIS certificate

Job description

CUPE

Comp. 26-518

Closing date: 2026-11-19 @ 4:00 pm EST

Custodian 1

Location: Kirkland Lake District Composite School

Start date: January 4, 2027

Vacancy Details: 1.0 FTE (Permanent/Full-time, 40 hours/week - 2:00pm to 10:00pm)

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 completion resume, 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)

2026-11-12