Part-Time Caretaker I - Elizabeth Barrett School

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS is currently seeking applications for a continuing, part-time (17.5 hrs/week) Caretaker I position to provide routine cleaning duties at Elizabeth Barrett School starting immediately. Monday to Friday (Must be available to work the day shift supporting multiple sites as assigned).

Under the supervision of the Head Building Operator (HBO), the Caretaker I provides caretaking services at their assigned Rocky View Schools (RVS) facilities. The Caretaker I is responsible for keeping school buildings, grounds, contents, and furnishings in good appearance and in clean, tidy, sanitary condition, as assigned by their supervisor.

Elizabeth Barrett Elementary School is located in the City of Cochrane and serves students from grades K-4 and French Immersion students from grades K-4. For more information regarding this school, please visit their website at .

Responsibilities Include

• Attention to detail related to varied and complex cleaning tasks
  
  
• Ability to work independently and perform assigned tasks within a team environment
• Demonstrated pride in workmanship
• Performs building security checks as scheduled by the Head Building Operator

• Keeps assigned sidewalks, steps, and entrances free from ice and snow
• Experience working in accordance with Occupational Health & Safety, WHMIS and other relevant legislation
  
  

Education/Experience

• Previous cleaning experience is considered an asset
• Certifications from cleaning organization is considered an asset
• Previous experience within a school division is considered an asset
• An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered

Knowledge/Skills

• Working knowledge of proper cleaning procedure
• Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Effective use of Microsoft Office Suite and web-based application.

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 6% vacation pay
• Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental Benefits, Wellness & Health Spending Account(s), Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free parking

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate(s) must submit a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
• External applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months.

How to Apply

We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

Please submit your application by quoting job code # 4077115. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.