Custodians - On-call

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Nakusp; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) is seeking temporary or relief school custodians to maintain clean and secure district facilities. Under supervision of the Manager of Operations and Transportation and/or the Principal, custodians perform cleaning, securing facilities, and related duties.

Temporary hours range from 3 hours per day up to 40 hours per week; successful applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check and may be considered for regular employment opportunities in the future.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion; certification as building service worker desirable.
• WHMIS certification within last three years.
• At least four months recent custodial experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning materials, methods and equipment.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; strong communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in using technology.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Medical certificate within last year proving physical ability.

Responsibilities

• Follow the district cleaning program to maintain clean and healthy facilities.
• Ensure summer and holiday cleaning is completed on time.
• Secure facilities including windows and doors, set intruder alarm, report issues.
• Report maintenance issues to the Manager of Operations and Transportation.
• Organize cleaning schedule and provide access for school and community use.
• Monitor custodial materials and supplies and request replenishment.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as needed.
• Keep current with job-related training and professional learning.
• Communicate positively and work as part of a collaborative team.
• Act in accordance with policies, Health and Safety and WorkSafeBC.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Tech literacy

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Grade 12 completion

WHMIS within 3 years

Building service worker certification desirable

Tools

Cleaning materials & equipment knowledge

Job description

Temporary/Relief School Custodians

School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) is seeking temporary school custodians available to work on a temporary or relief basis. Temporary employment may lead to regular employment opportunities. Under the supervision of the Manager of Operations and Transportation and/or the Principal, the Custodian is responsible for cleaning and securing District facilities.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Follow the district cleaning program to ensure clean and healthy facilities.
• Ensure that summer and holiday period cleaning is accomplished effectively and on time.
• Secure facilities including windows and doors, set intruder alarm and report security issues.
• Report maintenance issues to Manager of Operations and Transportation.
• Organize cleaning schedule and provide access to the facility for school and community use.
• Monitor custodial materials and supplies and make requests to replenish stock.
• Respond to emergency call-outs as requested.
• Keep current by participating in job-related training and professional learning.
• Communicate positively and effectively and interact as a collaborative and consultative team member.
• Act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health and Safety protocols and WorkSafeBC regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Grade 12 completion; course work or certification as a building service worker or custodial worker is desirable.
• WHMIS certification within last three years.
• At least four months recent successful experience in a custodial position.
• Demonstrated skills in safe and effective custodial methods and procedures required by the district.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning materials, methods and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective communication skills in verbal, written and digital format.
• Basic proficiency in using technology.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Medical certificate issued in last year demonstrating physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.
• Proven time management skills.

Temporary hours can range from 3 hrs/day up to 40 hrs/week. The wage rate for this position is as per the Collective Agreement between the Board of School Trustees for School District 10 (Arrow Lakes) and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 2450.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Please note that successful applicants will be subject to a Criminal Record Check.