Casual Caretaker

Résumé du poste

Maintain the cleanliness and safety of school interiors and exteriors, including classrooms, hallways, and playgrounds. Perform custodial duties such as mopping, vacuuming, floor stripping, and seasonal snow removal.

Détails du poste

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. As a Casual Caretaker in The Parkland School Division, you will be part of enacting our vision, mission and foundational statements. Vision Our students possess the confidence, resilience, insight and skills required to thrive in and positively impact the world. Mission We assure supportive learning environments, meaningful experiences and healthy relationships that create opportunities to develop resilience, to gain diversity in perspectives and to achieve enduring success. The Parkland School Division has openings for Casual Caretakers; we are accepting resumes for Casual Caretakers. Successful applicants to this posting will be required to be available to accept casual assignments across the Division and be available any time during the day or evening. Function and Purpose of Position A Casual Caretaker is a detail-oriented individual who is focused on the cleanliness of the school/location, including internal and external areas. Ensuring the premises are clean, tidy and prepared for the students, staff and general public is essential. Casual Caretakers May Report to the Supervisor of Environmental Services. Work under the guidance of the Head Caretaker, where applicable. Work independently and as part of the school community. Work with assigned duties by the Principal on an as-needed basis. Service Responsibilities Completion of all custodial duties including the following: Cleaning classrooms and hallways by wet- and dry-mopping. May use an auto-scrubber. Disinfect desktops and major touch points (door handles, light switches, etc.). Empty trash, replace liner, and wash container as needed. Dust flat and vertical surfaces, clean glass, and spot clean walls. Removing and replacing furniture from classrooms in order to do cleaning. Burnishing hallways and classrooms using a burnisher on a scheduled basis. Stripping and scrubbing floors using a swing buffing machine. Recoating floors. Vacuuming carpets. Replacing lights as required. Completing security checks on the building’s exterior doors and windows. Sanitizing washrooms daily. Replacing soap and toilet tissue as required. Placing garbage in dumpsters. Removing snow from all perimeter sidewalks and entry areas using shovels, brooms, or powered snow removal equipment. De-icing walk areas as required. Maintaining equipment in a clean, safe, operating condition. Conducting perimeter checks to ensure the exterior building site and playground area are safe and vandal-free on a daily basis. Attending to emergencies when necessary. Attending safety meetings. Performing other duties as assigned by the Head Caretaker. Additional Seasonal Cleaning And Rotational Duties Include The Following Cleaning out lockers, washing and disinfecting as required. Cleaning windows inside and out. Cleaning light fixtures and diffusers. Scrubbing walls, cleaning grout for ceramic tile and ceilings in some areas. Moving furniture to prepare for floor cleaning. Stripping and recoating floors. Burnishing and polishing floors. Cleaning desks, inside and out. Cleaning baseboards and the edge of floors. Moving desks and tables for examination purposes at least twice per year. Ability to work flexible hours/schedule during holiday periods and annual cleaning schedules. Skilled in the use of a variety of equipment: vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, polishers, wet vacuums and other related equipment. Ability to plan and prioritize work for self and seek help when needed. Provide support when necessary to Head Caretaker to prepare for summer cleaning schedule. Will also be responsible for snow removal in the winter. Help with the relocation of furniture and equipment as requested by the Principal and Head Caretaker, as needed Occupational Health and Safety & Safe Work Practices Knowledgeable in PSDs safety procedures and training to carry out the assigned duties safely Report any near misses or accidents immediately to the Supervisor of Environmental Services Able to identify any hazards involved in the assigned task, detail the controls that must be put in place, and articulate the specific practices to be followed to minimize the possibility of accidents and injury Monitoring the physical condition of equipment, tools and machinery and taking necessary precautions to correct as needed Comply with Occupational Health and Safety standards and practices Working Alone WHMIS Certification Communication and Relationships Interactions with management, colleagues, students and the public in a school setting. Responds to client concerns in a fast and efficient manner. Establishes and maintains professional working relationships. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Task-specific PPE is required. Clothing must be appropriate for the assigned task, i.e., no torn or ragged clothing. Other additional PPE may include footwear, gloves, etc. Other Duties The successful candidate will be expected to work during the day on all non-instructional days. Education And Experience Education: High School Diploma ii) WHMIS Certificate an asset iii) First Aid/CPR Certificate an asset iv) Building Service Work Certificate an asset Experience: 1 - 2 years of related experience. ii) Experience with Microsoft Word, email, and Internet computer applications is required Equivalencies will be considered. Knowledge, Skills And Attitudes Good oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good health and physical fitness The ability to take direction and work independently Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity and imagination The ability to deal with the emotional and mental stress of working around children/group of children/school setting. Decision Making A Casual Caretaker is responsible for making decisions directly relating to the tasks of their position and under the guidance of the Head Caretaker. Safety of students, staff and the general public is always required when completing tasks within the school environment. Working With Others Respectfully accepts feedback from various external and internal clients Works efficiently to prioritize workload and adapts to shifting workloads when necessary. Physical Demands A Casual Caretaker will be required to routinely lift items weighing up to 20 lbs. Sometimes, heavier lifting may be required. Ability to climb stairs/ladders frequently to varying heights. Ability to perform medium physical work regularly. Ability to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment. Repetitive and strenuous work. Working Conditions Working Alone Ability to work in various indoor and outdoor weather conditions The scheduled hours to be worked will be determined on an as-needed basis. Additional Information A Casual Caretaker must agree to respect the confidentiality and personal integrity of students, parents, teachers, and other staff. Hours of Work: will vary Pay Rate: $24.18/hr The successful candidate will be expected to work during the day on all non-instructional days. This position requires an original copy of a current clean criminal record check with vulnerable sector and an original copy of a child intervention record check. This position is covered by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 955 Collective Agreement. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH APPLY TO EDUCATION WILL BE ACCEPTED. Applying To a Job Is a Two-step Process. First, You Must Register And Create a Portfolio; Then You Must Apply To The Job Posting By Following The Steps Below Click on the position title of the job that you wish to apply to and then scroll down to the bottom of the page; click 'APPLY' Jobs that you have applied to will appear under the ‘Job Application Log’ in the Job Postings section; you will also receive a confirmation email. For technical support while applying to a position online, please contact our service provider for assistance: Apply to Education Phone: 1-877-900-5627 Email Hours: 5:30am-5:00pm, Monday through Friday We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ce que vous ferez

Maintain the cleanliness and safety of school interiors and exteriors, including classrooms, hallways, and playgrounds. Perform custodial duties such as mopping, vacuuming, floor stripping, and seasonal snow removal.

Exigences

Requires a high school diploma and 1-2 years of related experience, with WHMIS and First Aid certifications considered assets. Candidates must pass a criminal record check with a vulnerable sector search and be available for flexible casual assignments.

Compétences indiquées

• Gestion du temps · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Safety Compliance · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Word · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• email · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Custodial Services
• Floor Maintenance
• Snow Removal
• WHMIS
• Equipment Operation
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Physical Fitness
• Safety Compliance
• Microsoft Word
• Email
• Internet Applications

Domaines d’emploi

• Trades
• Education
• Government & Public Sector
• Security & Safety