Team Lead, CustodianEducation Department
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fort McKay First Nation is seeking a motivated individual with a positive attitude to fill the position of Team Lead, Custodian. This position will play a pivotal role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. Reporting to the Principal of Elsie Fabian school, the incumbent will oversee custodial operations, coordinate tasks, and ensure the school facilities meet high cleanliness standards. This is a full-time position, located in Fort McKay, AB. This position may need to work outside of regular working hours.
KEY RESPONSIBITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and supervise a team of custodial staff, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Coordinate work schedules, assignments, and responsibilities to ensure efficient and effective custodial operations.
• Oversee the day-to-day cleanliness and maintenance of school facilities, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with cleaning standards.
• Manage custodial supplies and equipment, including ordering, tracking inventory levels, and ensuring proper storage.
• Collaborate with the school administration to budget and plan for custodial needs.
• Ensure custodial activities adhere to safety protocols, regulations, and school policies.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Provide ongoing training to custodial staff on proper cleaning techniques, equipment usage, and safety procedures.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the custodial team.
• Communicate effectively with school administration, staff, and custodial team members.
• Address custodial concerns, inquiries, and requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with the school event coordinators to plan and provide custodial support for special events and activities.
• Ensure facilities are prepared and restored after events.
• Promote and implement environmentally friendly custodial practices, such as waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Additional certification such as WHMIS or training in custodial services, janitorial management, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in custodial or janitorial roles.
• Proven experience in leadership or supervisory capacity, demonstrating the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• Experience in managing custodial operations in an educational or institutional setting is highly desirable.
• Experience in commercial janitorial environment
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards related to custodial activities.
• Previous experience in conducting safety inspections and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience in inventory management, including ordering supplies, tracking inventory levels, and budgeting for custodial needs.
• Proven ability to plan and provide custodial support for events and activities.
• Basic computer skills for inventory management, communication, and reporting purposes.
• Experience working in a First Nations community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values is a definite asset
• Clean Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector required
• Valid class 5 Driver's License & Clean Driver's Abstract required

WHY APPLY?
Fort McKay is committed to the success of its employees and in addition to a competitive compensation structure, we also offer the following:

• An employer matched Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• On-site Fitness Centre because a healthy work-life balance is important to us!
• The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to protecting its traditional lands

ABOUT ELSIE FABIAN SCHOOL
The Elsie Fabian School opened its doors September of 2022 and we are looking for a dynamic and passionate Educator who loves Northern Living to join the team! The school incorporates both the Dene and Cree Language, culture, and Land-Based Education where students learn about their rich local history. Fort McKay is looking for talented educators who practice and believe that the well-being of the child is at the center of everything; this is the shared practice and belief of the Fort McKay elders, parents and community members.
The foundation of the Elsie Fabian School is engagement in teaching and learning, parents and community, culture and traditions, and a school environment based on the principles of love, responsibility, respect, listening, nurturing, relationships, humility and learning. Join us and be apart of the Fort McKay community - a Nation that is committed to advancing quality education for all First Nations learners by connecting to land and honouring our languages.
ABOUT FORT MCKAY
The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE: https://fortmckayfirstnation2.applytojob.com/apply
Closing Date: December 18, 2024
Please indicate Competition #069-2024
Check us out on social media -> Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter & Instagram or www.fortmckay.com
Qualified candidates are invited to apply with a comprehensive resume detailing qualifications and experience as it relates to the position of interest.*Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.

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