174159 - Casual Cleaner

The Public Schools Branch is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. The Public Schools Branch is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, colour, religion, nationality, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The Public Schools Branch (PSB), represents all 56 of Prince Edward Island’s English-language public schools, serving more than 20,000 students from kindergarten through grade 12. It is PSB’s primary focus to foster inclusive, diverse, safe, and caring learning environments that inspire a commitment to lifelong learning and community engagement as we prepare successful global citizens for our ever-changing world.

This is work in the cleaning and care of the Public Schools Branch properties. Work involves maintaining assigned premises in a clean and orderly condition by following established methods.

Why Do Casuals Work for the Public Schools Branch?

• Work/Life balance and flexibility to choose a shift that works for you
• Training provided within our schools including WHIMIS, ladder training and cleaning procedures
• Gain experience that may assist you in obtaining a relief or permanent position with the PSB with a competitive wage and benefits
• Ability to work at different grade levels of schools in your community
• Build relationships with other cleaners and custodians who can provide valuable guidance, and support as you navigate a cleaning career with PSB
• Opportunity to have a positive impact to better the Public Education System for students and staff of the PSB with ensuring that our schools are clean and safe

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Cleaning furniture, equipment, and fixtures,
• Sweeping, mopping and scrubbing floors;
• Stripping, waxing and polishing floors and furniture;
• Vacuuming and cleaning carpets;
• Cleaning lavatories and replacing lavatory supplies;
• Cleaning white/blackboards, windows and walls;
• General grounds maintenance, mowing lawns, raking leaves, keeping grounds neat and tidy;
• Maintaining a safe school property and environment by shovelling snow, removing ice from school property, moving furniture, equipment, supplies and materials and generally assure the security of school premises;
• Tasks that are assigned by a supervisor and are checked for adherence to instructions and quality standards;
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Grade 12 high school diploma or GED;
• Demonstrated equivalencies may be considered;
• WHMIS training (provided);
• Must be able to work unsupervised in an assigned area and be capable of making autonomous decisions to complete the required tasks;
• Good physical health with the ability to lift 60-70 lbs, climb to a height of approximately 25 feet and work overhead and in a kneeling position;
• Clear communication skills;
• Demonstrated ability to understand and consistently maintain established standard cleaning procedures;
• Demonstrate ability to read instructions and write clearly;
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Good work record;
• Experience cleaning in an institutional environment would be an asset;
• CPR/First Aid Training would be an asset;
• Experience dealing with children/youth would be an asset;
• Applicants must submit a Criminal Record Check (CRC) and have no past or present criminal record which would be detrimental in working in an environment with children, youth and other adults.

**CSA safety approved clothing and equipment is required for all custodian/cleaners/trades workers (permanent, relief or casual).

Please Note: Ensure the application clearly demonstrate show you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided and only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.