Rainy River District School BoardNotice of PositionPosting Number:2526-108Date of Posting:April 17, 2026Position:1.0 FTE CaretakerAnticipated Start Date:ImmediatelyLocation:Northern Lakes K-12 SchoolRate of Pay:$28.18 per hour as per CUPE Collective AgreementApplicants PrioritizationPermanent full‑time and part‑time membersCasual custodial staff with at least 2080 hoursOther casual custodians and external applicantsJob OverviewDepartment:MaintenancePosition:Caretaker/CustodialEmployee Group:CUPE Local 65Job ResponsibilitiesJob Function:Under the direct supervision of the Lead Custodian (where applicable) and the indirect supervision of the Principal/Vice‑Principal or designate, the Custodian I:Responsible for cleaning, minor maintenance and security of the school.Direction Received/Independent Action:Follows Board procedures for breakdowns, repairs and supply needs, cleaning duties, sanitary practices, chemical handling, WHMIS regulations and the Fire Marshal’s Act.Receives individual tasks and monthly priority assignments from the Superintendent of Plant Operations and Maintenance and, on occasion, from the Principal/Vice‑Principal or designate.Works independently: plans daily schedule, prioritizes tasks, rescues when new cleaning requirements arise, selects appropriate cleaning agents and tools.Receives guidance on new or revised regulations and policies from supervisor; on‑the‑job training provided when needed.Supervision/Direction of Other Employees:Does not normally supervise other employees but provides orientation and instruction to new employees.Assigns tasks to new employees and verifies satisfactory completion.Follows safe work practices to avoid injury to students, co‑workers and other facility users.Major Activity A: Cleaning While School Is In SessionUnlocks school doors in the morning, checks furnace and security systems, reports problems, and keeps keys secure.Stocks cleaning cart with fluids,



paper products, rags and utensils; advises supervisor of low stock.Sweeps floors, tidies furnishings, picks up litter, empties waste baskets, and stacks garbage bags for removal.Ensures windows are closed and doors locked after cleaning; unlocks doors forauthorized personnel when needed.Daily cleans doors, windows, entrances, toilets, sinks, fountains, table tops, desks, glue, and filing cabinets; vacuums carpets.Dust mops tile and cement floors; wet mops hallways;replenishes tissues, towels and soap in dispensers.Clean mirrors, walls and graffiti; weekly vacuums offices,computer room, library and board room; cleans sinks, blackboards and chalk ledges.Disinfects toilets, urinals and garbage cans with chemical disinfectant.Cuts grass in the yard, shovels snow from entrances, walks and hooks flag; cleans after special events; supervises community users after hours.Notifies supervisor of needed supplies and maintains inventory if one‑custodian.Protects confidential material; ensures building security, investigates unauthorized activity and reports to supervisor and authorities.Maintains fire extinguishers and emergency lighting systems.Major Activity B: Facility MaintenanceNotes and reports deficiencies and repair needs; performs minor plumbingrepairs; cleans up leaks and broken glass.Replaces burnt‑out bulbs and installs pencil sharpeners; provides minor general repairs such as tightening screws and hammering nails; performs minor maintenance, paints, touch‑ups on furnishings and fixtures.Major Activity C:



Custodial and Maintenance Duties During School BreaksWashes walls, light fixtures, and windows; scrubs and removes graffiti, gum, glue, tape, stickers and labels.Washes and cleans furnishings; clears classroomsfor stripping and waxing; replaces furnishings and re‑sets classrooms after waxing.Uses long‑handled tools and operates vacuums and scrubbing machines; performs minor service such as emptying dust bags; inspects wear anddamage.Dusts all blinds; thoroughly vacuums and shampoos carpets; launders dust mops.Performs any other duties assigned by the Lead Custodian or Principal/Vice‑Principal or designate.Physical DemandsPhysical strength: lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, moving furniture, and holding heavy equipment.Physical agility: reaching, stooping, twisting, and using step‑ladders for dusting and maintenance.Muscular strain: continuous standing and walking.Manual dexterity: operating equipment that requires whole‑body control.Mental and Visual DemandsTime factors: maintaining scheduled areas under regular work hours and handling unforeseen cleaning needs.Interruptions: unlocking doors for library or school access.Concentration: operating scrubbing machines for short to moderate periods.Working ConditionsHours:Shift length varies; shifts span daytime to late evening; no regular overnight travel; additional hours compensated.Workplace:80% indoors in dusty, potentially chemical environments; 20% outdoors during winter snow removal and summer cleaning.Hazards:Exposure to germs, caustic fluids, falls from ladders and wet surfaces, icing, and other routine occupational risks.Conditions of EmploymentBoard of Education Policies & ProceduresCollective AgreementCaretaking HandbookMembership in CUPEAccommodation in the recruitment process is available upon request for applicants with disabilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 1.0 Fte Caretaker - $28.2 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Rainy River District School Board
📍 Winnipeg