SUPPLY COVERAGE CUSTODIAN

Durham District School Board; Canada; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Canada is seeking a Custodian to ensure a clean and safe school environment. Responsibilities include cleaning assigned areas, performing minor maintenance, and assisting with seasonal duties. The role offers a flexible, supply, on-call schedule, and requires a Grade 12 diploma along with a Criminal Background Check. Join us in inspiring the lives of over 80,000 students.

Qualifications

• Must have a Grade 12 diploma.
• Minimum 6-12 months of training.
• Current Criminal Background Check required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary school environment.
• Monitor and adjust building equipment as needed.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with seasonal duties like snow shoveling.
• Support the Lead Custodian and after-hour users.

Skills

Cleanliness and sanitation

Minor maintenance skills

Ability to work independently

Time management

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Tools

Floor cleaning equipment

Power tools

Job description

Job Details

The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, live and learn. This statement was co‑created in partnership with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island.

This is a supply, on‑call position; hours are not guaranteed and could range from 0 to 40 hours per week. It is an afternoon shift approximately 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday‑Friday during the school year, with possible alternate hours during holidays and summer clean‑up.

Under the direction of the Custodial Area Supervisor and Lead Custodian, the role maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary school environment by cleaning assigned areas, operating HVAC and energy systems, performing minor maintenance, organizing equipment, and completing seasonal tasks as needed.

Major Duties

1. Clean Assigned Areas

• Washrooms, showers and change–room areas: clean with disinfectants, replenish paper products, and maintain sanitary supplies.
• Halls and stairs: sweep, dust mop, and spot‑wet mop floors as scheduled.
• Classrooms: tidy, reposition furniture, vacuum carpets, dust ledges, disinfect desks, and spot‑clean walls and doors.
• Floor maintenance: strip, clean, seal, wax, and buff floor surfaces.
• General: dust blinds, wash windows, tidy, wipe, and spot‑clean fixtures as required.
• Garbage: empty and dispose of all waste.
• After work: set heating controls for minimum energy use, turn off lights, lock windows and doors, and test alarms.
• Equipment room: clean and store equipment, solvents, and chemicals properly.

2. Monitor and Adjust Building Equipment

• Adjust heating, ventilation, cooling, and related equipment to accommodate evening use and conserve energy.

3. Perform Minor Maintenance

• Replace light bulbs.
• Minor repairs to desks, chairs, tables, hinges, lockers, electrical cords, and plumbing fixtures.
• Disassemble and clean exhaust fans, air filters, grease motors, and drain air compressors.
• Assemble shelving units.

4. Perform Seasonal and Periodic Duties

• Summer: clean all desks and furniture, refinish floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets, wash blinds, windows, and walls.
• Winter: clear, shovel, and salt parking areas, walkways, and entrances.
• Yard work: cut grass, weed, maintain flower beds, trim trees and shrubs, and collect litter.
• Supplies and furniture: assist with unloading trucks, delivery, set‑up, and arrangement.
• Special events: set up and remove chairs and tables.

5. Assist Lead Custodian/Group Leader, the Principal, Staff, and After‑Hour Users

• Notify the supervisor of areas needing attention (e.g., leaks, equipment problems).
• Assist with unexpected or emergency situations.
• Monitor after‑hour users of the facility.
• Present a positive image and respond courteously to inquiries.

6. Other Duties as Assigned

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Equipment Used

Floor cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaners, mops, scrubbers, buffers, polishing machines), hand tools, power tools, snow blower, lawn mower, rake, and computer/printer.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma.
• 6–12 months of training.

Additional Requirements

Provide a current Criminal Background Check with vulnerable sector screening upon hire.

Equity and Inclusion

The DDSB is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from candidates who bring a variety of experiences and backgrounds. We adhere to fair, transparent hiring practices and are committed to equity and accessibility throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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