Unassigned Caretaker

**ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)**

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 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. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is 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. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

**Location**: Unassigned; including but not limited to: Guelph, Fergus, and Erin

**Hourly Rate**: $22.31 per hour (probationary rate); $23.73 per hour (permanent rate after a successful probationary period)

**Hours**: 40 hours per week (8 hours/day); Monday through Friday; Hours of shifts will vary

**Board Information**:1.0 FTE; **permanent**, full-time; Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE)

**Responsibilities**:
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
- Additional duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- 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

This position requires a person who is thoroughly familiar with all standard caretaking methods and who has a desire to upgrade to new methods for improvement as they develop. It is expected that the incumbent will be one who strives for excellence both in their own work and in the work of their staff.

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

**APPLICATION DETAILS**

**INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING**

Employment Equity
- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
- 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, creating complex and 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. Please visit Safe, Equitable and Inclusive Schools to find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

Pay: $22.31-$23.73 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person