Basic Custodian

UNIFOR LOCAL 302 POSTINGS

BASIC CUSTODIAN

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do We are always learning Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage, inspire, innovate, because we are always learning.

We are accepting applications for the following permanent full-time 1.0 FTE Basic Custodian at the S.E.R.C. Centre in Stratford, Ontario. This position is located between Stratford District Secondary School and St. Michael's Catholic School.

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, with a minimum ½ hour unpaid lunch break, for a total of 8.5 hours per day, 12 months per year. This position is the afternoon shift and is not part of the rotation at Stratford District Secondary School.

The successful applicant will take their direction from the BES Head Custodian at Stratford District Secondary School and reports directly to the Custodial Services Officer.

The Basic Custodian duties may include:

Building Maintenance

• change lights
• shovel snow
• operate snow blower
• clean and inspect roof
• operate grass cutting equipment
• perform minor repairs
• conduct health and safety checks
• service roof top unit

Building Cleaning

• operate and maintain all equipment
• perform all minor and major cleaning

The ideal candidate should possess:

• the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding;
• mechanical aptitude with experience in 1 or more of the trade disciplines e.g. plumbing, electrical, carpentry;
• exemplary interpersonal, professional and organizational skills;
• the ability to use a computer e.g. GAFE;
• experience in handling machinery i.e. buffing machine, lawn mowers, snowblowers;
• knowledge of proper usage of hazardous chemicals and cleaning supplies; and,
• satisfactory attendance will be a consideration when awarding this position.

Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.

Compensation Package Details:

Rate of Pay: $26.10-$26.59 in accordance with the Basic Custodian grid, UNIFOR Collective Agreement

Pension Plan : Defined pension plan through the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS)

Health & Dental Benefits :

• Benefits are provided through Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan (OTIP)
• Comprehensive short-term and long-term disability coverage plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS which includes:

• 24/7 confidential support
• Access to information on personal fitness, nutrition, career, financial and legal advice; relationship & family support, and overall wellbeing resources.

Why Join AMDSB?

• We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.
• Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.
• Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation package, which is outlined above

Apply today

Interested applicants are requested to apply through Apply to Education.

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Director of Education

Posted On

December 04, :52 AM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

December 12, :00 PM EST/EDT

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Stratford

School/Location

Stratford District Secondary School

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter