Join The Upper Canada District School Board Creating Futures, Leading and Learning for All We are currently accepting applications for Lead Custodian. Under the supervision of the Facilities Operations Manager, the Lead Custodian is responsible for the appearance of an UCDSB worksite(s) and/or the second shift at a worksite. The Principal may provide direction to the Lead Custodian within the worksite(s) in conjunction with the Facilities Operations Manager. This position is covered under the UCDSB/CUPE collective agreement. For more information on employment information such as entitlements, pay, staffing, job protection, union security and dues information under the agreement please click here to view it on our external website. Qualifications and Experience: A secondary school diploma is required. Completion of three modules of the Building Environmental Systems (BES) course or equivalent education and/or experience is mandatory. Three or more years cleaning and maintenance experience and demonstrated experience in small equipment repair and maintenance is required. The successful candidate may be required to obtain specific courses and/or certifications relevant to the worksite(s) such as water treatment certificate, lockout / tag out, fall arrest, WHMIS, etc within a specific period after hiring and/or during the period of employment. SKILLS REQUIRED: Technical Strong knowledge of cleaning methods Strong capacity to recognize current and potential problems for repair and to undertake appropriate strategies to remediate Strong technical aptitude with respect to all mechanical and electrical applications, water and sewage,



including the operations and maintenance of HVAC systems, as well as electrical and plumbing maintenance Demonstrated ability to safely use ladders, and lifts inside and outside of building Familiarity with rural and urban school environment requirements (i.E., septic, water, wells, waste disposal, HVAC, boilers) Working knowledge of spreadsheet applications and word processing software, e-mail and Internet applications Ability to adapt to sequencing of tasks to fit the situation Regulation and Compliance Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, related regulations and UCDSB policies and procedures. Strong ability to effectively comprehend manuals, safety guidelines and other materials and to determine their applicability to the working workplace Strong ability to learn new systems and processes, either through documentation, demonstration or other direction Strong awareness of policies, laws and regulations related to confined spaces procedures and/or restricted areas Demonstrated ability to understand requirement for privacy, to respect confidentiality of information, and to practice tact and diplomacy Communication and Personal Strong ability to communicate effectively, written and oral, with public, visitors, contractors, staff,



students, supervisor, co-workers and administration Strong ability to manage changing conditions and continuous improvements; be adaptable and receptive to new ideas and change Demonstrated initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities and resolving them through the use of appropriate approaches Strong ability to work well with a variety of people and respond to special needs and requests Organization, Management and Leadership Proven ability to effectively organize both priorities and people in fast-paced changing environment Demonstrated ability to organize and lead site-based implementation of system initiatives involving multiple people and new systems or processes Demonstrated ability to motivate and organize custodial staff by instruction and/or demonstration Ability to successfully aid in resolving conflict or dissent among a team Strong ability to productively work alone in buildings day and night and also in a team environment Proven ability to adapt procedures and processes including sequencing of tasks to respond to changes in circumstances DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Operations Ordering of necessary cleaning supplies and keeping proper inventory Coordinates and organizes community use preparation Oversees “extracurricular or community use of school permits” as per rental document from school administration. Oversees control of supply and cleaning materials, restocks paper products, forwards invoices, signed and coded, to Facilities Operations Manager notifying that goods are received and ready for

📌 Lead Custodian - Permanent -1.0 Fte (Mississippi Mills)
🏢 Upper Canada District School Board
📍 Mississippi Mills