Position: Casual Custodians

Hours of Work: Casual

Rate of Pay: $25.77/hour

Union Affiliation: CUPE

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

As one of the area’s largest employers, Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario. KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Come to KPDSB to experience the refreshing lakes, sandy beaches, breathtaking northern lights, and the welcoming tight-knit communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Board’s web site at.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Worksite Supervisor, responsible for all caretaking aspects of the facility and grounds, within their respective worksite(s). Implements and follows guidelines within the Custodial Manual. The incumbent may be assigned to system-wide caretaking work where required.

Qualifications

Grade 12 education or equivalent experience preferred but not required. Good communication skills, ability to perform the duties of the position and a demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions is required. Knowledge of commercial cleaning products, materials and applications as well as knowledge of cleaning procedures as they relate to public buildings is preferred.

First

Aid certification an asset and will be provided if necessary.

Responsibilities

- Communicates with Worksite Supervisor or Lead Custodian, where applicable, on a daily basis to ensure a safe, secure and clean environment is maintained in all buildings and outside grounds .
- Fulfils custodial responsibilities on a regular daily basis that are associated

with the cleanliness and upkeep of all buildings and outside grounds.




- Performs daily cleaning duties within all buildings as per requirements of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Ontario School Boards’ Insurance Exchange (OSBIE), Custodial Manual, etc. which may include but is not limited to, cleaning of assigned areas, removal of general waste (garbage, recycling, compost material, etc.),
- Casual custodians work on an as needed basis and accept assignments on short notice as they become available.
- Performs minor ground maintenance which may include but is not limited to snow removal from entrances, walkways, roof etc., salting/sanding, removal of general waste (garbage, recycling) from grounds and attending to flowers/shrubbery.
- Ensures building is always secure and locked when appropriate, as per the Custodial Manual .
- Permanent Custodians may provide guidance and/or training to casual custodians and summer staff, including students.
- Ensures that permit holders adhere to regulations related to the use of facilities. Assist permit holders with set up and proper use of equipment.
- Prepares work orders in co-operation with the Worksite Supervisor and/or Lead Custodian, where applicable, for repairs and maintenance as required.
- Assists the Lead Custodian in requisitions and maintains an inventory of custodial supplies.
- Responsible for safely operating all machinery associated with the duties and ensuring equipment is properly utilized and maintained.
- Certification in First Aid required and maintained.
- Report unauthorized activities in or on grounds of school and subsequent problems to Lead Custodian and/or Worksite Supervisor and/or SQS and proper authorities, including vandalism, break-ins and fire alarms. as warranted per situation.




- Other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions Custodians typically work in school/office settings, and/or other assigned worksite/board facilities, and occasionally, outdoor settings. The custodial role requires moderate with occasional heavy physical effort. Physical daily demands include frequent, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, and handling equipment. Occasional heavy effort may be required. Constant visual concentration is necessary. Constant handling and frequent gripping. Custodian may be required to work alone in their role.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Please include three (3) skilled references, one of whom must be a recent supervisor and permission to contact. These can be uploaded directly into your ATE application/portfolio – Attention: Randi Piovesan, Human Resources Assistant. The Board thanks all applicants for indicating their interest in this position, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.

KPSDB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities

Confidential Information provided by applicants will be used for the purposes of this competition only and will be protected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources throughout any stage of the recruitment process.

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