Head Caretaker - St. Kateri Elementary School

Holyspirit; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division in Lethbridge seeks a Head Caretaker for St. Kateri Elementary School. This 35-hour work week begins November 2, 2026 and supports a K-6 campus opening in 2026/2027. The role includes supervising caretakers, maintaining a safe, clean environment, and complying with CUPE 290.

The incumbent will lead maintenance tasks, ensure safety, and engage in a Christ-centered workplace with strong leadership and initiative.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• ABSA Class 5 Power Engineer certification or above.
• First Aid and WHMIS certification are required.
• Hydraulic Ladder Training, Confined Space Entry and Rescue, Fall Protection, Ladder Safety training.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Caretaker.
• Strong computer skills for emails and work orders.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and safety chemicals; fire extinguisher use.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a safe and clean environment for the school community.
• Supervise and train Caretakers at assigned school.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of cleaning and general maintenance.
• Perform tasks with high degree of satisfaction and manage physical demands.
• Communicate effectively and supervise with minimal oversight.

Skills

Effective communication

Mechanical aptitude

Supervisory leadership

Initiative

Takes charge of tasks

Minimal supervision

Education

High School Diploma

ABSA Class 5 Power Engineer

First Aid

WHMIS

Hydraulic Ladder Training

Confined Space Entry & Rescue Training

Fall Protection Training

Ladder Safety Training

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Fire extinguisher use

Email and work orders

Job description

HEAD CARETAKER – St. Kateri Elementary School

This position is open to all internal and external candidates. Prior to employment, successful applicants must provide supporting documents as outlined on our New Employees page.

We are looking to hire a continuous 35.0 hour per week Head Caretaker to work at St. Kateri Elementary School in Lethbridge. This assignment is to commence November 2, 2026. St. Kateri Elementary School is the newest addition to our Holy Spirit schools. It is a K-6 school on the west side of Lethbridge with a scheduled opening in the 2026/2027 school year. This position is covered by the CUPE 290 collective agreement.

The Individual

You are a strong advocate for youth and their success in learning. You demonstrate by interest, lifestyle, and growth involvement within a Christ-centered working environment. Your participation within the Catholic faith is considered to be an asset.

The Head Caretaker is responsible for providing and maintaining a safe and clean environment for their school and its community. The Head Caretaker supervises and trains Caretakers at their assigned school. The Head Caretaker demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of cleaning and general maintenance. The work may require strenuous physical effort to complete all duties alongside Caretakers. The Head Caretaker must be able to complete all work tasks to a high degree of satisfaction.

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma;
• ABSA Class 5 Power Engineer (above or equivalent);
• First Aid certificate;
• WHMIS certificate;
• Hydraulic Ladder Training (Mobile Aerial Work Platform);
• Confined Space Entry and Rescue Training;
• Fall Protection Training;
• Ladder Safety Training.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Caretaker.

TECHNICAL SKILLS (basic knowledge of):

• Effective computer skills (email, work orders);
• Commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals;
• Fire extinguisher use.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Effective communication skills;
• Mechanical aptitude;
• Effective supervisory and leadership skills;
• Strong self-directed initiative;
• Takes charge of assigned tasks;
• Requires minimal supervision.

The starting rate for this position is $28.68 per hour. Holy Spirit Catholic School Division offers a 100% employer paid comprehensive benefit package, supporting the wellness of our employees and meeting the needs of their families.

For more information regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

Please note: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We wish to thank all applicants in advance for submitting applications, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the application has listed a reference for that employer.