Temporary Custodian

INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL POSTING

C.U.P.E. LOCAL #1176 (CUSTODIAL STAFF)

THE BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

IS CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICANTS

FOR THE FOLLOWING CUSTODIAL POSITION

GROW YOUR CAREER IN BLUEWATER

As one of the area's largest employers, Bluewater District School Board has approximately 3,700 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,900 students and families across 8,673 square kilometres within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Come to Bluewater to experience the trails, sandy beaches, meandering rivers, and welcoming communities. Stay to experience a progressive career path with an employer that is dedicated to providing a positive working environment, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Position: Temporary Part-time Custodian (18 hours per week)

Schedule: Afternoon Shift (3:30 p.m. start)

Assignment may end earlier than anticipated if incumbent returns earlier than expected or circumstances change.

Reports to: Head Custodian/Assistant Head Custodian/School Principal/Supervisor, Plant Operations

Note: CUPE members must abide by all articles in the CUPE Local 1176 Collective Agreement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To abide by all Custodial related Plant practices and procedures, as well as follow all Board policies and procedures for Board Employees.
• To complete all assigned tasks.
• To be responsible for notifying the Head Custodian (HC) and/or Assistant Head Custodian (AHC) of repairs required to the building and equipment which are beyond your qualifications.
• To be responsible for equipment checks, minor maintenance and repairs.
• To be responsible for notifying the AHC, and/or HC of security breaches, mechanical or electrical failure or any other unusual circumstances.
• To draw from stock materials needed in meeting duties.
• To receive delivery of supplies and equipment.
• To work closely with our community education partners to help ensure the smoothoperation of their events.
• To perform any other custodial duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• Access to technology and the Internet
• Must be capable of performing a variety of repetitive, physical work (i.e., lifting, bending, pushing, pulling etc.)

Assets:

• Previous experience in commercial/industrial cleaning
• Comfort with basic facility/grounds maintenance
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Basic computer skills (i.e., communicating via e-mail, accessing information and training)
• Effective communication skills
• Reliable transportation to and from worksites

Application Process:

Interested applicants are invited to apply for this position online using Apply to Education (ATE)

Applicants are asked to provide a resume, cover letter, and three supervisory references (with written permission to contact) as well as proof of completed education and/or certifications that are relevant to this position.

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 pm on November 20, 2025 .

All fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board.

Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at or

We thank everyone for applying, however, only applicants who will be moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.

Posted On

November 13, :23 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

November 20, :00 PM EST/EDT

Openings

1

Job Type

Part Time, Contract

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

Job Open To

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents, Management & Professionals

City

Chesley

School/Location

CUS - Mildmay-Carrick Public School

Salary

$27.74/hr (Sept.1/25)

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

End Date

01/01/2027