Casual Custodian

**Job**Title**: Casual Custodian

**Job**Type**: Required to be available to work a minimum of three days per week

**Salary**: $26.22 per hour (effective September 1, 2025)

**Start**Date**: September 17, 2025

**Closing**Date**:**July 30, 2025

**Interviews**: Interviews will be held in person between July 29th - August 7th. If selected to move forward, you will

**Training**:Mandatory training is scheduled for September 17th. Your attendance will be required.

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**Who**We**Are**:**

The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) offers a world-class education for approximately 35,000 students in 87 schools. Spanning over 7,000 square kilometers, across diverse rural and urban communities in southeastern Ontario, KPR serves the Municipality of Clarington, Northumberland and Peterborough Counties, and City of Quinte West/Murray Ward.

The Board is situated on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg people, serving three vibrant Indigenous communities which include Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation.

Today, the Kawartha Pine Ridge school district is home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of all Indigenous people across Turtle Island, current and throughout history.

All positions in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board support the school's priority of student achievement and the Boards mission to educate our students to excel in learning, to succeed in life and to enrich our communities.
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**Main**Responsibilities**:**

The purpose of the Casual Custodian position is to support school operations and ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained school environment for all students, staff, and visitors.
- Daily regular cleaning of assigned area(s) including but not limited to floors, furniture, washrooms, windows, and other surfaces to maintain a hygienic and safe environment using appropriate equipment (i.e. floor cleaner, mops, vacuums, disinfectants) and following established cleaning protocols.
- Collect and dispose of garbage, recycling, and compost to prevent pest infestations and maintain cleanliness using bins, and dumpsters.
- Opens, closes, and secures board buildings by locking doors/windows and setting/disarming alarms to protect property and ensure safety using key systems and alarm panels under requirements of Safe Schools procedures Support after-hours school community permit use by setting up and dismantling rooms for events by arranging tables, chairs, and equipment to accommodate school and community functions as per permit terms and conditions.
- Maintain school grounds by removing snow and ice, sanding walkways, and tending to gardens by using appropriate equipment (i.e. snow blowers, shovels, salt, gardening tools) ensuring safe and accessible outdoor areas.
- Clean school yards to remove hazardous materials using appropriate disposal tools and assigned personal protective equipment to ensure outdoor safety as per health and safety procedures.
- Distribute deliveries and ship materials to support school operations.
- Perform minor repairs such as changing lightbulbs, tightening screws, and touching up paint to maintain facility functionality using appropriate tools and supplies as per custodial procedures. Refer more significant repairs to maintenance services.
- Maintain custodial equipment by performing routine checks and minor repairs to ensure operational readiness.
- Assist maintenance staff with custodial related tasks to support larger repairs and upkeep projects as directed by supervisor.
- Explain and exchange information with external contacts to assist with facilitating building maintenance and inspections.
- Flush water systems and log results to ensure safe drinking water for students and complete computer logs in compliance with ministry and board requirements.
- Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Manager, and/or Head Custodian in consultation with school administration.
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**Mandatory Minimum Qualifications**:**
- Completed Secondary School Diploma or equivalent years of experience.
- Minimum of six (6) months of cleaning experience with demonstrated skill and knowledge in custodial practices and equipment.

**Skills and Competencies**:

- Manages time effectively and prioritizes tasks to meet cleaning needs.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and willingly assist colleagues and contribute to group goals.
- Takes ownership of assigned area(s) and ensures responsibilities are met consistently and thoroughly.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to the Board’s mission to educate students to excel in learning, succeed in life, and enrich communities.
- Builds positive relationships through empathetic communication and respectful interactions with students, colleagues, and school c