Job Details
School District No. 53 (Okanagan Similkameen) Job Description
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JOB NUMBER: RESPONSIBLE TO: JOB SUMMARY:
C USTODIAN - VARIOUS LOCATIONS
303C
Director of Facilities
Under the supervision of the director of facilities and/or the principal, the custodian is responsible for cleaning and securing district facilities.
J OB D UTIES AND R ESPONSIBILITIES :
- follow the district cleaning program to ensure clean and healthy facilities;
- secure facilities including check windows and doors, set intruder alarm and report security issues;
- monitor and provide access for facility use per Facility Request forms;
- minor maintenance of facilities and cleaning equipment and initiate work orders;
- monitor custodial materials and supplies and make requests to replenish stock;
- may be required to remove snow and ice, deliver/pick up mail, and respond to emergency call- outs for security and/or repairs;
- participate in job-related training and staff development;
- communicate positively and effectively, and interact as a collaborative and consultative team member;
- understand and act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health & Safety Manual, and WorkSafeBC regulations;
- maintain confidentiality; and
- other duties as assigned.
- certification as building service worker or custodian is preferred;
- six months experience, obtained within the last four years, in the application of modern custodial methods and procedures required for commercial facilities;
- demonstrated knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, and equipment (such as floor polishers, carpet extractors, backpack vacuum cleaners, and auto scrubbers);
- ability to take direction from supervisor(s) and work as part of a team;
- effective communication skills in verbal, written and electronic format;
- strong problem-solving and organizational skills; and
- physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.
Note: Clear criminal record checks are required prior to employment with the district.