Caretaking Supervisor

**CARETAKING** SUPERVISOR** - S**t. Basil Catholic Education Centre**

We are looking to hire a continuous 35.0 hour per week Caretaking Supervisor at St. Basil Catholic Education Centre in Lethbridge. This assignment is to commence July 1, 2025. Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, the Caretaking Supervisor oversees the caretaking operations including supervision of all caretakers. This individual is relationship-focused and is responsible for ensuring a high standard of employee proficiency and facility cleanliness, maintenance, and safety. This is an out of scope position.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Regularly inspect facilities and consult with staff to ensure a high standard of cleanliness is being maintained;
- Train new employees in the proper cleaning and equipment operating procedures;
- Conduct and coordinate caretaking professional development days;
- In consultation with the Director of Facilities, determine supply and equipment needs within the department and arrange for procurement;
- Ensure that employees are aware of and comply with Division administrative procedures;
- Daily supervision of caretaking operations:

- Develop caretaking work schedules;
- Arrange the casual replacements for all caretaker absences;
- Approve caretaker vacation schedules;
- Review and approve caretaker time sheets;
- Review service requests from Head Caretakers.
- Coordinate caretaking services with external user groups renting Division facilities;
- Arrange for building checks by caretaking staff during summer school closure and during weekends throughout the year;
- Chair regular meetings with Head Caretakers distribute information within the Maintenance department;
- Communicate with the Director of Facilities about caretaking hours and staff concerns;
- Assist the Director of Facilities and Principals with hiring and evaluating performance of caretakers;
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- High School diploma;
- Journeyman certification (plumbing, electrical, heating, millwright);
- Bachelor of Management degree;
- 5th Class Power Engineer Certification, Building Operator B or equivalent certification - considered an asset;
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a supervisory role - considered an asset;
- WHIMIS Training;
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards as they relate to maintenance;
- Knowledge of building systems such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC;
- Ability to identify and communicate building repair issues;
- Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record;
- Able to work independently with limited direction from supervisor;
- Proficient knowledge of software technology (e.g.: Word, Excel);
- Proven capabilities to manage work scheduling, prioritizing multiple tasks;
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

**Application package must include the following**:

- A cover letter addressed to: Anthea Boras, Deputy Superintendent of Schools;
- Resume;
- Documentation which would support the education requirements for this position;
- Contact information for 3 references.