Custodian (Internal/External)(2 Positions)

W̱SÁNEĆ School Board; Central Saanich; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

W̱SÁNEĆ School Board is seeking two full-time Custodians under the Operations Maintenance & Transportation department to perform cleaning and minor maintenance, ensuring facilities are safe, sanitary, secure, and visually clean.

Work includes daily, weekly, monthly routines across multiple facilities such as ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Tribal School, Cultural Building, gymnasium and other campuses. Schedule may involve nights/weekends; BCGEU union; internal/external eligibility applies.

Qualifications

• Grade 10 required.
• Custodial and housekeeping experience preferred.
• First Aid and WHMIS certification required.
• Criminal Record Check (CRC) completed prior to hire.
• Six months related custodial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and basic maintenance to keep facilities safe and presentable.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and security procedures and report hazards.
• Open/close buildings on assigned schedule; work may include nights or weekends.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager and staff to ensure a clean, functional environment.

Skills

First Aid/WHMIS

Custodial skills

Criminal Record Check (CRC)

Education

Grade 10

Job description

Job Title: Custodian

Eligibility Status (Internal/External): *Internal/External

Department: Operations Maintenance & Transportation

Job Status: Full Time Continuing, Effective Immediately

Positions Available: 2

Details: Unionized position with the British Columbia General Employees Union (BCGEU)

*Internal Job Postings: Current and past employees as well as W̱SÁNEĆ community members.

**External Job Postings: Open to all individuals not eligible under the internal posting criteria.

Closing Date/Time: 4PM Monday, October 26, 2026

*In-person interviews will be held on Wednesday October 28, Thursday October 29, and Friday October 30. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the Operations Manager performs cleaning and minor maintenance tasks to ensure that facilities are maintained regarding safety, sanitation, security, and appearance.

SCOPE

Works under the direction of the Operations Manager or Executive Assistant or Principal or Director and works in accordance with Board policy and procedure to provide the students and staff of the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board with a safe, secure, comfortable, and clean environment. The scope of work includes daily, weekly, monthly, and annual cleaning of the following facilities: ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Tribal School including portables, Cultural Building, and gymnasium, W̱SÁNEĆ Leadership Secondary School. W̱SÁNEĆ College, Administration, SȽEȽEMW̱ Child Development Centre and outbuildings. Incumbents will be assigned to care for a group of buildings. May be required to work nights and weekends to open and close buildings.

HOURS OF WORK

Up to seven (8) hrs per day based on a schedule to be determined in accordance with the operational needs of the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 10
• Relevant skills (e.g., custodial, and housekeeping services)
• Valid Occupational First Aid, WHIMS certificate
• Six months related experience
• Completion of a Criminal Record Check (CRC)

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Working knowledge of WCB regulations or an equivalent combination of training and experience

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of cleaning and janitorial equipment (i.e., vacuums, floor burnisher, and dollies) and products and their operation
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and appearance of the facilities.
• Read and follow specifications and instructions and carry out basic math.
• Recognize unsafe or unsanitary situations and take appropriate action.
• Resolve routine problems and refer non routine problems to supervisor.
• Work as a team member, sharing information and workload.
• Initiate and complete daily, weekly, monthly tasks and routines
• Communicate verbally, clearly, and constructive with students, staff, and the public.

Preference will be given to First Nations Ancestry.

*FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST*