Head Start Custodian

Position Title: Head Start Custodian
Department: Yeqwethet Aylexw

Yeqwethet Aylexw is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to fill the position of Custodian. The Yeqwethet Aylexw Custodian will provide routine maintenance and upkeep of Head Start facilities, grounds and associated systems and equipment. The tasks of the Custodian will contribute to the outcomes of the inspections of the grounds and facilities. This position may be required to work evenings and weekends.

This position will operate under the supervision of the Manager of Yeqwethet Aylexw.

Qualifications and Requirements

  1. Minimum of one year of work-related experience or a combination of equivalent training and experience.

  2. Knowledge of WCB and WHIMIS rules and regulations would be considered an asset

  3. First Aid certification is considered an asset

  4. Must be willing to obtain certification in WHIMIS, Building Service Worker Training and other skills training to meet Work Safe BC requirements

  5. Ability to conduct and prepare monthly maintenance activity reports for the department Manager

  6. Understands how to operate janitorial equipment

  7. Ability to follow procedures for the safe use of chemical cleaners and power equipment

  8. Must be well organized and bale to complete assigned duties promptly and accurately

  9. Self-motivated, resourceful and punctual

  10. Ability to be both a team player yet works well independently with little or no supervision

  11. Excellent verbal communication skills

  12. Ability to adhere to confidentiality guidelines of all records, materials and communications concerning the operations of the Yeqwethet Aylexw department and the Head start programs.

  13. Knowledge of Sts’ailes culture, traditions and history would be an asset

  14. A valid class 5 driver’s licence

Wage Range: Based on the Sts’ailes Salary Grid
Type of Position: Part Time- this position is subject to a 3-month probationary period and performance evaluation


Application Deadline: 4:00 PM February 18, 2025


Candidates will be screened according to the qualifications and requirements listed above and are required to submit a resume, cover letter and 2 letters of reference.

Please email, fax, or deliver your application to:

Sts’ailes, ATTN: Human Resources Office
4690 Salish Way, Agassiz, BC, V0M 1A1
Fax # 604-796-3946
E-mail: Tasheena.Urquhart@stsailes.com

We regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest.