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School District 8 - Kootenay Lake is looking for qualified candidates to work on an as needed basis as Casual / On-Call Custodians for the 2025-2026 School Year. Qualified candidates will be considered for placement on the established casual lists for each of the Family of Schools within the District.

All awarded applicants will be required to join the CUPE Local 748 Union.

Note : A Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required from successful applicants, with a review every five (5) years.

Position Description :

Provides cleaning and minor maintenance services to facilities within established safety, sanitation, security, and appearance procedures. Organizes work to ensure maintenance is prioritized. Accommodates user groups.

Reports to :

Director of Operations or designate.

Direct Reports : N / A

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the overall cleaning of the site(s) assigned.
• Performs manual tasks such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, washing, scrubbing, disinfecting, picking up garbage, snow shoveling and disposing of materials.
• Operates caretaking equipment including but not limited to vacuums, polishers, and rug cleaners.
• Performs seasonal clean-up including refinishing of waxed floors, and washing walls, desks, and furniture.
• Moves furniture and equipment for cleaning and user needs.
• Opens building for occupancy, performs initial interior and exterior security check.
• Secures all doors and windows, performs security checks and sets alarm at the end of shift.
• Assists with preparing areas for user groups and assisting and monitoring use of facilities and equipment. Redirects individuals found in unauthorized areas as required.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs, reports vandalism to administrator and manager or designate.
• Responds to staff and school administrators' custodial requests
• Tends to emergent situations and communicates accordingly.
• Orders and confirms delivery of supplies.
• Operate and care for equipment related to the position.
• Attends district training programs.
• Follows safety rules and protocols, ensuring work site is safe and secure and vehicles and equipment are operating according to standards; proper use and safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS).

The above job description reflects the principle functions of the job. Other comparable or transient duties which are within the area of knowledge and skills required by the job description may also be assigned.

Job Requirements : Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience :

Skills & Knowledge & Abilities

SKILLS :

KNOWLEDGE :

ABILITY

RESPONSIBILITY

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

SALARY :

KEY RELATIONSHIPS :

Good working relationships with :

For more information please contact Will Rosendale, Manager of Operations at will.rosendale@sd8.bc.ca or 250-254-8475

School District 8 supports equity hiring for Indigenous applicants.