Custodian - REPOST

Job summary

Perform routine cleaning and maintenance at the school, including floor care, waste and recycling disposal, and operation of custodial equipment. Open and close the building, check building systems, respond to emergency calls, and maintain the grounds as assigned.

Job details

REPOST October 15, 2026 THE RENFREW COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD requires a CUSTODIAN SCHOOL: Pine View Public School, Petawawa, ON Schedule 3 hours/day (15 hours/week) 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Schedule may be altered during School Breaks and subject to change NOTE: This vacancy is for an existing position. Position Summary Under the supervision of the head custodian and/or area supervisor, performs a variety of custodial duties such as routine cleaning, routine building and equipment maintenance, opening and closing the building, checking building systems, responding to emergency calls; performing grounds maintenance and other duties as assigned at the school. Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent of Grade 12 and at least one year in the custodial field; proven to be dependable with a willingness to take on responsibility. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Able to clean rooms, washrooms, and fixtures; mop, wash, scrub and finish floors; pick up and dispose of garbage and recycling; vacuum and/or shampoo carpets; wipe and wash windows, blackboards, ledges, railings and furniture. Able to do a thorough cleaning such as stripping, resealing and refinishing floors. Capable of operating custodial cleaning equipment and identifying simple problems with this equipment. Able to perform heavy tasks including assisting in the unloading of heavy supplies or materials. Able to perform routine maintenance activities including repairing lockers, doors and furniture; replacing fuses and light bulbs, resetting circuit breakers and unclogging drains. Capable of using manual or mechanized equipment to remove snow, cut grass and perform other grounds maintenance. Able to perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all Board policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety to protect all occupants of the building. Able to complete tasks within deadlines and adjust priorities as needed. Able to work independently as well as in a team. Able to establish and maintain excellent working relations with supervisory staff, fellow workers, students, contractors and user groups. Able to communicate effectively and follow oral and written instructions in the conduct of the job. Exhibits strong judgment and trustworthiness while exercising good judgment and maintaining high ethical standards. Working knowledge of email and computer software programs like Excel or Word would be an asset. Knowledge of WHMIS. Hiring will follow the requirements outlined in the CUPE 1247 Collective Agreement and the RCDSB Administrative Procedures. Members of the bargaining unit will be given first consideration. The District reserves the right not to fill a position. Please submit your application at www.applytoeducation.com to be considered for this posting. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All other applicants are thanked for their interest. All offers of employment are conditional upon receipt of a current vulnerable sector screening and educational qualifications acceptable to the District. The RCDSB is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring a Code-protected accommodation are encouraged to advise Human Resources (hrdept@rcdsb.on.ca) throughout any stage of the recruitment The Renfrew County District School Board is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our employment practices. For more information, please visit the page.

What you’ll do

Perform routine cleaning and maintenance at the school, including floor care, waste and recycling disposal, and operation of custodial equipment. Open and close the building, check building systems, respond to emergency calls, and maintain the grounds as assigned.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of custodial experience, along with dependability and willingness to take responsibility. Candidates must be able to perform physical cleaning and maintenance tasks, follow health and safety requirements, work independently or with a team, and communicate effectively; WHMIS knowledge is also required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Heavy Lifting · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Custodial Cleaning
• Floor Care and Refinishing
• Building and Equipment Maintenance
• Cleaning Equipment Operation
• Heavy Lifting
• Grounds Maintenance
• Snow Removal
• Occupational Health and Safety
• WHMIS
• Time Management
• Independent Work
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Following Instructions
• Judgment and Trustworthiness
• Microsoft Word and Excel

Job areas

• Trades
• Education
• Security & Safety

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