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Casual Caretakers

@ Ottawa Catholic School Board

Ottawa, Ontario

$20.70–$21.70/hr1+ years experience
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Overview

Ottawa Catholic School Board is hiring casual caretakers to clean and maintain school interiors and exteriors, perform routine security and safety checks, and handle other assigned duties. The work is on-call, covering days, evenings or Saturdays at various school locations, at $21.70/hour from September 1, 2025, plus 4% in lieu of vacation.

Pay:

$20.70–$21.70 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Clean and maintain school interior and exterior to standards
  • Perform daily routine security and safety checks
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements summary:

  • Some secondary school education with reading and writing skills
  • One year of related work experience
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical systems
  • Knowledge of WHMIS and its regulations
  • Ability to work independently at physically strenuous work
  • Personal vehicle required

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Employer posting date
2026-10-29
First seen by our source
2026-10-29
Source record updated
2026-11-08

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentCleaning & custodial
Experience1+ years
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingSchool
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsWHMIS
Background checksvulnerable sector
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, Racialized people, People with disabilities
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off

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The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is a faith-filled learning community of over 5,000 full-time staff serving 50,000 students across 90+ schools and work locations. Rooted in Catholic values, we nurture the mind, body, and spirit of every student in safe, inclusive, and welcoming environments where everyone belongs. The OCSB is recognized as a leader in innovative, future-ready education. Guided by our Deep Learning approach, students are empowered to think critically, act creatively, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. Our schools are at the heart of Ottawa’s vibrant neighbourhoods, offering high-quality English and French programming, faith-based learning experiences, and deep community connections. Our passionate educators, skilled professionals, and dedicated support staff work together to promote student achievement, well-being, and equity. We are committed to inclusive hiring and value diverse perspectives that reflect the students and families we serve. Working at the OCSB means more than just having a job—it’s about joining a collaborative, mission-driven team that believes in lifelong learning. Employees are supported with opportunities for growth through ongoing professional development, wellness programs, and faith-based learning that encourage both personal and spiritual development. At the OCSB, you can make a meaningful impact and grow in a place where your work truly matters.

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Reported office locations
  • 570 West Hunt Club Road, Ottawa, Ontario K2G 3R4, CA
Other recorded names
  • Ottawa Catholic School Board
Specialties
  • Providing students with a rich faith-based education
  • Top Employer in the National Capital Region
  • Top energy performing school board in Ontario
  • and Nationally recognized for innovative use of technology in education
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The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is a faith-filled learning community of over 5,000 full-time staff serving 50,000 students across 90+ schools and work locations. Rooted in Catholic values, we nurture the mind, body, and spirit of every student in safe, inclusive, and welcoming environments where everyone belongs. The OCSB is recognized as a leader in innovative, future-ready education. Guided by our Deep…

FieldValue
IndustryEducation Administration Programs
Company size5,001-10,000 employees
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Organization typeEducational
Year founded1856
SpecialtiesProviding students with a rich faith-based educationTop Employer in the National Capital RegionTop energy performing school board in Ontarioand Nationally recognized for innovative use of technology in education
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Job description

Casual Caretakers

Unite Here Local 272

*If you are a current OCSB employee, you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*

The OCSB is currently seeking Casual Caretakers. The possible work addresses for this position can be found in our .

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students across 90+ work locations. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Job Description:

The Caretaker:

  • performs cleaning and general maintenance of school interior/exterior, in accordance with established standards;

  • performs daily routine security and safety checks;

  • performs other duties, as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Some secondary school education where the ability to read and write has been developed;

  • one year of related work experience;

  • basic knowledge of mechanical systems;

  • knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and its regulations;

  • ability to work independently, performing physically strenuous work;

  • a personal vehicle will be required.

Status: Casual Caretakers work on-call and must be available days, evenings, or Saturdays at various school locations.

Annual (or Hourly) Salary: $20.70/hour plus 4% in lieu of vacation. The hourly wage effective as of September 1st, 2025, is $21.70/hour.

How to Apply: All applications for the position must be submitted through Apply to Education. If you are currently an OCSB Employee, please submit your application via your OCSB ATE account. Failure to complete this information may impact your eligibility to be considered.

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you are currently not an OCSB employee, at the completion of a successful interview, you will be required to provide an Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to .

For assistance with ApplytoEducation, please contact ATE directly at or by phone at 1-877-900-5627.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) , if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Data Privacy Statement: Information Collection Authorization: In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Protection of Health Information Protection Act. This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s & the ‘ ’ support document entitled ‘ may be viewed on the Board’s website at . Questions about Privacy should be directed to the Privacy Officer by email to .

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