Permanent Full-Time Caretaker & Groundskeeper

Good Spirit School Division #204; Yorkton; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SSBA Benefits Plan

Municipal Employees' Pension Plan

Professional development seminars

Job summary

The Good Spirit School Division invites applications for a permanent full-time Caretaker and Groundskeeper at Yorkton Regional High School. The role covers janitorial and grounds maintenance, with assignments 8.0 hours per day starting November 2, 2026, under CUPE 4784 terms.

A valid driver’s license and the ability to work independently or as part of a team are required. Salary follows the CUPE 4784 Collective Agreement; benefits include standard plan participation where eligible.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 10 Education or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain a clean and operational facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide general janitorial care of the school.
• Sweep, mop, remove garbage, sanitize surfaces.
• Maintain general upkeep of school and grounds.
• Operate hand tools and power equipment (mowers, blowers, snowblowers, tillers, tractors).
• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal or Caretaker Coordinator.

Skills

Team player

Maintenance mindset

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Tractor operation

Job description

The Good Spirit School Division Invitesapplications for Permanent Full-Time Caretaker & Groundskeeper

Yorkton Regional High School

Caretakers are valuable members of the team who provide for a clean, functional and attractive environment in all facilities owned and operated by the Division.

Assignment/Contract:

This position is a permanent full-time position of 8.0 hours/day.

The position commences November 2, 2026. The work schedule will be determined.

Salary:

In accordance the CUPE 4784 Collective Agreement.

Contact Details:

Michael Syvret,Caretaker Coordinator

306-786-5500

The duties of a Caretaker are to:

• Provide general care, upkeep, and maintenance. Including but not limited to:
  • Provide general janitorial care of the school.
  • Sweep, mop, removal of garbage, sanitizing of surfaces.
  • General upkeep of the school and school grounds.
  • Operates hand tools and power equipment, including mowers, leaf-blowers, snowblowers, tillers, and tractors.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Caretaker Coordinator and those listed in Job Description Facilities:Caretaker

The successful candidate will have the desired qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 10 Education or equivalent
• A valid drivers license
• Take pride in maintaining a clean and operational facility.
• Direct experience in the caretaking field and the ability to work independently and as a team member would be considered an asset.

Salary and Benefits:

• The successful candidate will be paid on a monthly basis at an hourly rate from $20.76 - $24.78 with vacation time accrued at the applicable rate.
• Benefits include participation in the Saskatchewan School Board Association (SSBA) Employee Benefits Plan if eligible, the Municipal Employees' Pension Plan, if enrolment is chosen andopportunities to attend professional development seminars.

Applicants not currently working for GSSD will be required to submit a recent (within the last six months) criminal record and vulnerable sector check acceptable to the Board of Education prior to offer of employment.

The Good Spirit School Division strives to provide safe, caring, and welcoming schools for children. Our primary objective is to foster a respectful learning environment to achieve student success and well-being in each of our 27 public schools throughout East-Central Saskatchewan. Our values of belonging, responsibility, learning, diversity and perseverance ensure "Students ComeFirst" and "Learning Without Limits...Achievement For All"

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Good Spirit School Division, however, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that GSSD may contact informal references not listed in your application package.