Custodian Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Maintenance/Cleaning

CUSTODIAN Position

Description:

There is a position available for a Custodian at Upper Pine Elementary. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor in cooperation with the site Administrative Officer(s), and overseen by the Head Custodian, this position is responsible for custodial and minor building maintenance work in the cleaning of School District facilities. This position is effective September 8, 2026 to June 30, 2027, or until the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs first.

Hours of work: (4) hrs.per day, five (5) days per week

Duties to Commence: September 8, 2026

Work Year Base: Eleven (11) months per year

Commencing Salary: $25.98/hr.

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 to secure doors and windows in their area.

Performs minor maintenance on doors, windows, lamps, school furniture and other fixtures.

Overseen by the Head Custodian and under the general direction of the site Administrative Officer(s)/Supervisor, organizes the regular work day according to daily priorities. Must accommodate evening user groups.

Assists with seasonal clean ups which include stripping, scrubbing and waxing floors and washing walls, desks, furniture, etc.

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 and vehicles are operated according to set standards.

Ensures the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS) and the safe use and operation of equipment and hand tools.

Assumes the role of Head Custodian if needed.

Informs the Supervisor(s) and or site Administrative Officer(s) of vandalized equipment or property.

Performs other job related duties as directed by the site Administrative Officer(s)/Supervisor and Head Custodian.

Qualifications and Attributes:

Grade 10 or equivalency
Minimum 1 year of commercial cleaning or school cleaning experience is preferred
Ability to operate large, self-propelled auto scrubber and window cleaning equipment
Valid Class 5 driver's licenseand accessto areliable vehicle may be required
Reading comprehension of written instructions andsafety bulletins
Ability to workwith 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 asneeded
Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to staring employment

PLEASE NOTE:
Proof of graduation and/or highest level of education is required prior to starting position

For more information please contact:

Radu Grigoras, Maintenance Supervisor or email

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

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