TEMPORARY CARETAKER – FLOATER

The Upper Grand District School Board’s 3,000 plus dedicated teaching and support staff provide student success to over 35,000 students who attend our 65 elementary schools and 11 secondary schools in the City of Guelph, County of Wellington and County of Dufferin. The Upper Grand District School Board is situated on the treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit and Saugeen Ojibway Nation, and Six Nations of the Grand River within The Haldimand Tract.

The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous people
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
• Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting with multiple identities, which can be complex and create unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings, and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential.

LOCATION: Locations will vary and change throughout the UGDSB with multiple school assignments in one day; Access to your personal vehicle is required.

Areas for this position include but are not limited to, Guelph, Fergus, and Erin

HOURLY RATE: $20.43 per hour

HOURS: The Temporary Caretaker – Floater position can pick up shifts anywhere between 3:00 pm and 12:00 am. However, there is no guarantee of working hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• General cleaning of classrooms, offices, cafeteria, gymnasium, auditorium, washrooms, and all related areas as directed by the Head Caretaker, Shift Supervisor or designate
• Clean and wax all floors to preserve the floor surface as required, dust mop and damp mop all floors and corridors
• Damp mop washroom floors with germicidal detergent
• Ensure washrooms are always kept in a clean sanitary condition
• Washroom fixtures and dispensers are to be disinfected as required and dispensers are to be kept adequately supplied
• Remove marks from walls, doors, and all surfaces as necessary,
• Clean glass surfaces inside and outside as required
• Responsible for snow removal and treatment of icy areas from entrances and steps and other pedestrian areas as required for the safety of students, staff, and community use, including ensuring safe access to portables
• Maintain furniture, equipment, and fixtures in a sanitized and dust-free manner
• Report any malfunction of electrical equipment to the Head Caretaker or Shift Supervisor, emergencies must be reported to Plant Operations
• Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies in the caretaker supply room

• Replace burned out lights and carry out minor maintenance as required or report such maintenance needs to Head Caretaker and/or Shift Supervisor
• Remove waste daily and deposit in appropriate waste bins
• Responsible for maintaining the security of the school
• Move furniture or equipment within buildings as required for various activities as directed
• Follow good housekeeping practices
• Maintain Board tools in good repair
• Comply with all requirements of the OHSA, Electrical Code, Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, WHMIS and Board policies
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• O.S.S.D. or equivalent
• Ability to maintain a work schedule with minimum supervision
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Passion for a positive customer service experience with staff, students, and the public
• Willingness and demonstrated ability to perform all requirements of the position, including using ladders and scaffolds
• Current Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety regulations as well as the WHMIS program
• Knowledge of computer applications as required by the position
• Ability to prioritize tasks and continually assess risks

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Prior cleaning experience in an institutional or commercial environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Basic understanding of heating and ventilation equipment

Applicants must be willing and able to perform all related duties required at the time of this posting.

HOW TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates are invited to apply using one of the methods below; please include work-related references and supporting educational and/or training documentation; specify ‘ Job Code 22CUPE70’ in the subject line.

Mail:
HR - Upper Grand District School Board
Attn: Human Resources, Recruitment
500 Victoria Road North, Guelph, ON, N1E 6K2

Email: cupe.jobs@ ugdsb.on.ca (PDF format preferred)

Accommodations are available during all phases of the recruitment process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance to the Manager of Wellness and Employee Health.

Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Screening, prior to the commencement of employment. Please note that the CRC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment.

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

… Equal Opportunity Employer …

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $20.43 per hour

Schedule:

• Evening shift

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-03-03

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