School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

SUPPORT STAFF Position: Casual Custodian III / Maintenance (Surge Narrow)

Posting Number: SY2526-CUST-015

Term of Employment: Ongoing, On Call as Required

Start Date: ASAP

Wage/Salary: $28.57/Hour

Deadline to Apply: 4:00 PM on March 06, 2026

Join our Team School District 72 is looking for a Casual Custodian III / Maintenance to join our team of professionals at Surge Narrow School. School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About The Role Reporting to the Custodial Supervisor and School Administrator, the Custodian III carries out all aspects of custodial work, including the use of various powered cleaning equipment and works independently to ensure the custodial needs are met at that site. This position assists with user groups when using school facilities and is responsible for building security.

Specific Responsibilities

• Carries out all aspects of custodial work, including the use of various powered cleaning equipment.
• Ensures the safe disposal of bio-hazard materials in accordance with the school district's Bio- Hazard Exposure Control Plan.
• Ensures the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS).
• Collects and removes waste and recycling from all areas.
• Changes lightbulbs.
• Cleans and maintains all types of floor surfaces.
• Loads and unloads vehicles; moves furniture and equipment.
• Prepares areas for user groups; assists and monitors use of facilities and equipment; provides secure building access.
• Ensures building security such as ensuring the facility is secured and armed.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with students, school administration, staff, and parents.
• Develops a close liaison with staff so that a team approach is developed.
• May provide job shadowing for orientation of new custodial staff periodically.
• Be familiar with site building systems and operations and report any issues, discrepancies or deficiencies to custodian supervisor and maintenance department.
• Works from oral and written instruction.
• Follows established procedures and policies.
• Other related duties as assigned

Bring your Expertise

• Minimum of two years of recent full-time equivalent experience (approximately 3500 hours) in commercial/institutional custodial work.
• Possess a valid B.C. Driver's License Class 5 minimum.
• Have a clear understanding of all cleaning functions, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of school building safety and security measures.
• Ability to operate all custodial equipment in a safe manner, and to use personal protective equipment.
• Physical ability to perform all custodial work, including heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs., and working at heights, including a ladder or scaffold.
• Successful completion of Building Service Worker Level 1 and other training as required.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with school administration, staff, and custodial colleagues.
• Ability to recognize, report and respond to building maintenance issues.
• Basic level of computer expertise using windows-based software.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Work in a safe and responsible manner.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in a respectful manner.
• Ability to organize and prioritize individual work.

Contribute to Our Success The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for 2024-2028 that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.

Experience The Benefits Of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.

How To Apply Please submit applications through theWe thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).