CUPE- Unassigned Caretaker - Orangeville, Shelburne, North Wellington, Erin - REPOST

Canadian Union of Public Employees

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 66 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. We are committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students

The UGDSB is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.

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The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our Custodial team for a permanent full-time opportunity in the capacity of Permanent Unassigned Caretaker.

Location:

Unassigned; including but not limited to:
Orangeville, Shelburne, North Wellington, and Erin

FTE and

Hours:

1.0 FTE; 40 hours per week

Hourly Pay Rate: $25.05 per hour (probationary rate), $26.65 per hour (permanent rate); wage rate effective September 1, 2025

Note:

An additional shift premium of $0.7 3 per hour applies to afternoon shift

Shift: Primary afternoon shift, with the requirement to work day shift as needed

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Board Information: 12-month position; permanent; full-time;
Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Union

Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Reporting to the Custodial Manager, the responsibilities of the Permanent Unassigned Caretaker are as follows:

The Caretaker – Unassigned support role duties include but are not limited to:

• Opening and closing of sites
• Snow removal – salting and sanding
• Water flushing
• Cleaning of classrooms, offices, cafeteria, gymnasium, auditorium, washrooms, and all related areas as directed by the Head Caretaker, Shift Supervisor or designate
• Daily check logs
• Operating the Clorox 360 Machine if required
• Head Caretaker duties
• Other duties as assigned

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D.) or equivalent
• A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• Able to lift up to 50lbs
• Able to be successfully fit tested for an N95 respirator and maintain proper fit
• An understanding of health and safety regulations as well as the WHMIS program
• Independent, self-motivated and detail oriented
• Knowledge of computer applications as required by the position
• Strong mechanical aptitude is considered would be considered an asset
• Basic understanding of heating and ventilation equipment would be considered an asset

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Please note:

An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB's Criminal Record Check for requirements.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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