The Wellington Catholic DSB is committed to equity for all students and staff, and to delivering the highest quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation in the hiring process to support applicants with disabilities. Please see the job opportunities page on our website for more details.
Job Posting 26-176
100% TEMPORARY CARETAKER (3 positions)
Location: Unassigned (float)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shift: Afternoons 3:30pm-11:30pm;
Must also willing to work Day shift
Start Date: asap
Ending Date: TBA - 80 working days
Starting Rate: $26.82/hr plus $0.85 shift premium on afternoons
Under the direction of the Caretaker-in-charge, the Staff Caretaker will be responsible for:
Cleaning all areas of the school building on a daily basis, as well as clearing ice and snow, performing minor repairs and grounds work, handling garbage, securing the building, reporting maintenance issues, interaction with Community Use groups as required, handling alarm and emergency situations while on shift, and other duties as assigned by the Caretaker-in-Charge.
Required Education And Experience
- A Grade 12 Secondary School diploma, or equivalent
- A thorough understanding of both the Health and Safety Regulations and the W.H.I.M.S. Program
- Excellent Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of computer applications as required by the position
- Ability to operate the school’s computerized HVAC system
- Good eye/hand coordination to safely operate equipment and small tools
- Previous related experience
- Practical hands on knowledge of caretaking duties in an institutional environment is an asset
The successful candidate must have the ability to operate equipment such as a snow blower, wet/dry vacuum, steam cleaner, floor scrubbers, buffing machine etc., as well as be able to complete physical work such as dry mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming, dusting, etc. Lifting and climbing is a requirement for this position. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, safety conscious, and work with minimal supervision. Daily travel may be required between multiple sites.
Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply
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POSTING DATE: WEDNESDAY October 14, 2026
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY October 20, 2026 at 4:00pm
Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if needed to fill remaining vacant position(s).
Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment. Please note that the CRC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment, and in most cases must include a Vulnerable Sector Screening. While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Wellington Catholic District School Board, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes.
