Lead Custodian (CU-50)

Position Overview

The Simcoe County District School Board is hiring a Lead Custodian for a permanent, full-time role in Bradford, Ontario. The position carries posting number CU-50 and involves working 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, on an as-required shift basis.

Key Duties

This role is responsible for leading custodial work and may include the full scope of tasks outlined in the Lead Custodian job description. The employer notes that responsibilities are not limited to the items listed and may expand based on operational needs.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• At least two years of experience in custodial work or a closely related field.
• Strong leadership and planning ability, along with good organizational skills.
• The ability to communicate and work cooperatively with supervisors, colleagues, students, staff, and members of the public.
• Comfort using computer software such as Excel, MS Word, and Outlook to complete requisitions and related documentation.
• Capability to lead a crew, organize priorities, and schedule workloads effectively.
• A self-driven and motivated approach to work.
• Computer skills sufficient to use facility services building systems and maintenance order systems would be considered an advantage.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a resume that clearly outlines education, experience, and qualifications by 12:00 p.m. on the closing date. Supporting documents confirming certifications and written permission to contact two professional references are also required. The cover letter may be addressed to Rick Leal, Assistant Manager of Operations. To support seniority verification, candidates must include their Employee Identification Number in the application letter.

Applications are accepted only through the ApplyToEducation platform; paper, email, and fax submissions are not accepted. Assistance with registration is available through the ATE Help Desk at 1-416-932-8866 or 1-877-900-5627. Application fees are covered by the school board.

Selection and Employment Terms

Testing will be part of the selection process. Only candidates whose resumes clearly demonstrate the required qualifications and skills will be contacted for an interview. External applications will remain on file, but no acknowledgement of receipt will be issued. Probationary employees may apply for additional hours or promotion.

Membership in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees, even for individuals already receiving an OMERS pension. This position belongs to the CUPE Local 1310 bargaining unit, and employment conditions, including any union dues, are governed by the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Equity, Accessibility, and Hiring Commitment

The school board is committed to dignity, individualization, inclusion, and equitable access for students and staff. It recognizes its duty to accommodate needs short of undue hardship under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

The organization also emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusive hiring, and encourages applicants who reflect a broad range of identities and lived experiences, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, and women.

New hires must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to the board before starting work. All new employees are also required to complete mandatory training modules before their first day.