Custodian

Custodian
Job Number # 
18543
Employer 
Haahuupayak School
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Aug 03, 2018
Apply By 
Aug 15, 2018
Start Date 
2018-08-30
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
Afternoons & evenings with flexibility
Wage 
Commensurate with experience
NOC Code 
6733
Source 
Employer
Details 

haahuupayak School is an independent school located on Tseshaht First Nation Reserve in the beautiful Alberni Valley. Tseshaht First Nation is one of 14 tribes in the Nuuchahnulth Territories. The school community is nestled adjacent to the city of Port Alberni, which has a population of approximately 18,000.

The school has an average student enrolment of 150 and delivers the current BC Curriculum to its Kindergarten to Grade 7 students. Students and teachers are supported by an intensive Special Education Program and a vibrant cultural program.

At haahuupayak, it is our goal to provide an education that meets educational needs of today, in a manner consistent with Nuuchahnulth cultural teachings. Haahuupa means "continuous teaching with care."

At haahuupayak, children are guided to meet their potential, while gaining knowledge and appreciation of their culture.

REPORTING TO: Principal and Executive Assistant of haahuupayak School

POSITION SUMMARY

The custodian is responsible for providing professional quality cleaning at haahuupayak School.

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties will include but are not limited to:

  • Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of haahuupayak School
  • Previous custodial experience required;
  • ‘Manlift’ experience an asset
  • Reliable personal transportation, valid driver’s license an asset
  • Ability to work in a school environment, with minimal supervision
  • Good organizational skills
  • Good inventory and record keeping skills
  • Maintain a positive and professional attitude
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality and strong attention to detail
  • Excellent communications skills in (verbal, written, comprehension)
  • A high level of self-motivation and dependability
  • Able to work days and occasional weekends and evenings
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal and or Executive Assistant
Qualifications 

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

  • Completion of Grade 12, and one year of relevant work experience
  • Able to follow verbal directions
  • Ability to work well alone, or with a partner or team
  • Reliable and punctual with a dedicated professionalism to job and duties
  • Ability to be flexible with cleaning duties when needed
  • Pays attention to detail
  • Organized and able to follow a schedule
  • Ability to safely lift heavy items
  • Previous experience with cleaning equipment and machinery
  • Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and walk during daily routine, with ability to stand for long lengths of time
  • Previous experience cleaning preferred
  • WHMIS certification; familiar with related cleaning supplies and chemicals

EXPERIENCE

• Custodial - one year

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Good communication skills (oral and written)
  • Integrity (Honesty, Trustworthy, Professional etc.)
  • Ability to be open-minded and tolerant
  • Criminal Records Check appropriate to the Employer and the position
  • Current Driver’s License (not a requirement)
  • Life style consistence with the duties and responsibilities of the position
  • Organized with good time management
  • Experience working within a First Nation environment as asset
How to Apply 

With application by email, please provide Cover Letter, Resume including 3 current references and any other supporting documents to wpeterson@haahuupayak.com; petersonwayne57@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date is 5:00 P.M. on August 15, 2018.