S-25-081 | Caretaker, class I

Details of the position

Job title:

Caretaker, class I

School / Centre / Department :

Richmond Regional High School

Location :

Richmond, Quebec

Workload & schedule :

38.75 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 3:45 pm

Status :

Regular

Effective Date :

January 19, 2026

Salary :

$25.98 per hour

Supervisor :

School Principal

Nature of the work

The principal and customary work of an employee in this class of employment consists in being responsible for carrying out the maintenance work as well as the preventive and physical upkeep of an educational institution or building, and being responsible for a total area covering greater than 9 275 m2.

The role also consists in organizing and carrying out such work as well as coordinating and overseeing it when it is carried out by members of a team for which he or she is responsible.

In addition, he or she performs the characteristic functions of the class of employment of maintenance workman, class II.

Description of tasks

Acts as team leader.

According to the schedule established by the supervisor, organizes, coordinates, and oversees all maintenance work and preventative and physical upkeep carried our by team members.

Gives his opinion and reports on the quality of the work

Ensure the cleanliness of the premises.

Organize and carries out maintenance work by performing Maintenance Workman Class II duties

Ensure that the maintenance apparatus and equipment are kept in good condition

Ensure that the building and its equipment are in good condition

Inspect and verify lighting, heating, and ventilation systems

Ensure the operation of heating equipment

Carry out or ensure that the required preventative upkeep is carried out

Carry out minor or temporary repairs

Report any breakdown detected and ensure that the necessary repairs are carried out

Follow up the work of specialized or nonspecialized workmen

Repair doors, windows, furniture

May assemble and install material

Ensure adequate security against fire and theft

May be required to monitor the comings and goings of visitors, students, and staff

If need be, ensure the preparation of rooms and halls

Order and purchase materials, products, and equipment required for maintenance work

Keep inventory

Ensure that the standards respecting the safe use, storage, and disposal of products are respected

Make suggestions and recommendations concerning products. materials, equipment, and work methods

Coordinate, supervise, and oversee the work of other nonspecialized employees

May be required to perform other related duties.

Desired profile

Experience

Have three years of pertinent experience

Practical skills

Have a general knowledge of the operation of heating, ventilation, lighting, and alarm systems that caretakers oversee.

Have a basic knowledge of the main building trades.