JobID: 4913

Position Type:
Facilities/Caretaker

Date Posted:
7/3/2025

Location:
Grenfell Elementary School

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
07/16/2025

At Prairie Valley School Division, we strive to inspire lifelong learners and engaged citizens. Our work is guided by our core values. We believe in the power of Compassion, caring for others with empathy, kindness, and genuine concern without judgment. We prioritize a sense of Belonging, embracing equity, diversity, and inclusion for all to succeed. Our commitment to Integrity means we uphold honesty, ethical behaviour and being true to our word by taking ownership for all our actions. We believe in Collaboration, engaging in meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and open, transparent communication. Finally, we thrive on Curiosity, continuously inspiring excellence, growth and improvement fueled by innovation, creativity and courage.

We believe all employees have an important role in ensuring students have the best possible opportunities to achieve success in learning and life. If you are looking for a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can have a positive impact on student success and our school communities, we invite you to apply for the Caretaker position at Grenfell Community Elementary School in the community of Grenfell. Grenfell Community Elementary School offers grade Pre-K to Grade 6 programming to an enrolment of approximately 115students. Grenfell cis located 134 km east of Regina. This is a permanent part-time position that will commence as soon as possible.

Role Overview:
Under the direction of the school administrator for all day-to-day operations and the Caretaking Manager for all technical components, the caretaker is responsible for providing a safe, clean and healthy environment for students, staff and the public and overseeing day to day building operations, working as part of both the school-specific and Division-wide Facilities teams.

What you will do:

• Proactively and thoroughly complete daily, weekly, monthly and annual cleaning, maintenance routines and grounds work as described in the Caretaker Manual and as required by the Facilities department and/or school-based administrator, meeting established standards.

• Conduct required checks of HVAC equipment, Life Safety Systems (including basic visual checks of fire panels), facilities, grounds and equipment and all required documentation independently and accurately.

• Work cooperatively with the school-based administrator and staff to support school and community events and activities.

• Maintain adequate supplies of cleaning and paper products.

• Carry out daily facility security requirements and respond to security alarms.

• Complete minor maintenance and repairs, both independently and in consultation with Facility Maintenance Technicians, and proactively raise any building related concerns with the school-based administrator and/or Facilities managers.

• Assist in working towards the maximum operational efficiency of the building including power, energy and water consumption.

• Perform other duties as may be required or assigned by the school administrator and/or Caretaking Manager.

What will make you successful:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.

• Interest in obtaining or the completion of:

  • WHMIS training.
  • Fireman’s Certificate.

• Minimum 3 years caretaking experience.

• Knowledge and ability to safely monitor and reset a boiler and associated+ HVAC system.

• Ability to safely operate floor cleaning, stripping and waxing equipment and outdoor equipment such as snow blowers and lawnmowers.

• Ability to perform basic building maintenance and repair functions.

• Ability to manage confidential material and maintain staff and student privacy.

What you can expect:

• Hourly rate range: $22.02- $25.75.

• 100% employer paid health benefits plan.

• Employer matched pension plan.

• Hours of work are 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday, 12 months per year.

• Additional working conditions, leave provisions and other benefits are described in the CUPE Agreement.

How to Apply:

• For further details of the position, contact Kristine Klovansky, Caretaking Manager, by email kristine.klovansky@pvsd.ca.

• Interested applicants will apply online at www.pvsd.ca/careers by midnight on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

Selection Procedure:
We thank all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted by email.