KCA Janitor (8 hour vacant)

Job Description

KCA Janitor (8 hour vacant)

Janitor

Kings County Academy

Vacant Position / 8 hour shift

Effective Immediately

Rate of Pay as per CUPE Collective Agreement ($;per hour)

Closing date for applications : Midnight, June 6, 2024

Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Collective Agreement Local 3876.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Custodial Supervisor, the successful candidate for this position will be required to perform a wide variety of janitorial tasks.

Qualifications and Abilities :

• The successful candidate must be physically able to perform duties.
• Possess the knowledge and ability to apply modern cleaning methods and practices with minimal supervision, and be able to recognize safety hazards throughout the premises.

Responsibilities :

• Clean, on a daily basis, all assigned areas of the school in accordance with established practices and standards.
• Obtain and maintain sufficient supplies on hand to carry out duties and responsibilities.
• Report any breakdowns, accidents, damage or vandalism to the appropriate supervisor.
• Secure all doors and windows whenever the building is vacated and activate security system if last person to vacate building.
• Perform floor care duties, such as stripping, sealing, waxing, burnishing, etc.
• Perform snow and ice control duties as needed.
• Pick up litter and trash from yards, driveways, parking lots and walkways on an ongoing basis with general clean-ups.
• Perform duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and Board policies and procedures including occupational health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS, and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia.
• Other related duties as assigned.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and a completed Child Abuse Registry Request for a Search Form.

Qualified applicants from within the CUPE Bargaining Unit local 3876 will be considered first. We thank all applicants for their interest;

however only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

About Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education

The Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education (AVRCE) includes 40 schools and two adult high schools, serving approximately 12,900 students.

Quick Facts :

• 40 elementary, middle & high schools
• 2 adult high schools
• 12,905 students
• 183 International students
• 3970 employees
• Annapolis County & Kings County, Nova Scotia

Geographic Area : AVRCE serves a diverse area in the Annapolis Valley, covering communities from Digby to Windsor, Nova Scotia.

This includes 6 towns, 3 municipal regions, 3 Mi’kmaq communities and 10 historic African Nova Scotian communities contributing to a diverse population.

Schools and Programs : AVRCE oversees a wide range of elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as specialized programs and services to support student learning and development.

Among these are French Immersion, International Baccalaureate (IB), and diverse vocational training opportunities.

Student Support Services : AVRCE is dedicated to supporting students by offering a range of support services including counselling, mental health resources, special education, and programs focused on improving literacy and numeracy.

Community Engagement : Encouraging parental and community participation in school activities and decision-making processes is very important at Annapolis Valley.

This helps guarantee that our schools reflect the needs and values of the communities they serve.

Focus on Inclusive Education : at AVRCE, all students are valued. We make a conscious effort to create inclusive learning environments that accommodate the diverse needs of all students, including those with disabilities and those from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.