Temporary Custodian

Position: Temporary Custodian

Hours of Work: Full-Time (1.0 fte) at 40 hours per week

Location: Beaver Brae Secondary School

Rate of Pay: $26.49 / hour

Union Affiliation: CUPE

Start Date: Effective immediately until the return of the incumbent

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

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.

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.

Grade 12 education or equivalent, good communication skills, ability to perform duties of the position. Knowledge of commercial cleaning products, materials and applications as well as knowledge of cleaning procedures as they relate to public buildings. Must demonstrate an ability to follow oral and written instructions. This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) at the employee’s expense.

KPDSB 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 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.