Head Custodian Job Fort St. John area,BC Canada,Maintenance/Cleaning

HEAD CUSTODIAN

Position

Description:

There is a position available for a Head Custodian at Alwin Holland Elementary School. Applications must be completed online and will be accepted until 12:00 pm noon on January 6, 2026. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor in cooperation with the site Administrative Officer(s) and the Custodial Working Lead, this position is responsible for the custodial and minor building maintenance work in the cleaning of School District facilities.

The Head Custodian oversees the work of one or more custodians.

Hours of work: (8) hrs per day, five (5) days per week

Duties to Commence: January 12, 2026

Work Year Base: Eleven (11) months per year

Commencing Salary: $27.70/hr.

Duties:

Cleans and disinfects building interior, fixtures and windows. This includes garbage removal, sweeping, vacuuming and wet‑mopping floors. Also performs some related cleaning duties to the exterior of the buildings and landings.

Responsible for building security.

Performs minor maintenance on doors, windows, lamps, school furniture and other fixtures, replaces burnt light bulbs.

Under the general direction of the site Administrative Officer(s), Manager of Custodial Services, and Custodial Working Foreman, organizes regular work day and seasonal clean ups. Seasonal clean ups include stripping, scrubbing and waxing floors, washing walls, desks and furniture.

Must accommodate evening user groups.

Monitors and orders custodial and maintenance supplies as needed.

Maintains and ensures tools and equipment are in good working order.

Follows proper safety rules and standards by ensuring the worksite is safe and secure, that equipment is operated according to set standards and the proper and safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS).

Informs the Manager of Custodial Services, Custodial Working Foreman and/or site Administrative Officer(s) of vandalism.

Oversees the site orientation, training and work of one or more custodians as assigned.

Performs other job related duties as directed by the site Administrative Officer(s), Manager of Custodial Services, and Custodial Working Foreman.

Qualifications and Attributes:

Grade 10 or equivalency
1 year of commercial cleaning or school cleaning experience preferred
Experience in a supervisory role is preferred
Ability to operate large, self‑propelled auto scrubber and window cleaning equipment
Valid Class 5 driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle may be required
Reading comprehension of written instructions and safety bulletins
Ability to work with the public
Must be well organized
Ability to work independently and set priorities
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team
WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
Other applicable safety training and/or certification as provided by the District to be completed as needed
Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment

Please note:

Proof of graduation and or highest level of education is required prior to starting work.

For more information please contact:

Radu Grigoras, Maintenance Supervisor or email

All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position.

If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at or

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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