Maintenance/Custodian (Verna J. Kirkness Institute of Higher Learning) – Opportunity

The Fisher River Board of Education invites applications for a Maintenance/Custodian Person

Provide daily maintenance and custodian services at the Verna J. Kirkness Institute of Higher Learning and may include other designated Education Facilities, as required. Duties will include but not limited to:

1. Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, grounds maintenance.
2. Inspect, operate and maintain heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

Requirements:

1. Current First Aid & WHIMIS required or willing to acquire;
2. A valid driver’s license;
3. Must be in good physical and mental health; due to the workload and heavy lifting;
4. Must be reliable and responsible, ability to work with minimal supervision and under stressful situations at times;
5. Must be able to work independently, as well as a team member;
6. Ability to take direction and follow through;
7. Ability to lift, push and pull required;
8. Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel and bend;
9. A positive attitude towards students, co-workers, supervisors & management;
10. Ability to operate skid steer, front end loader, and other equipment. Certificate to operate will be an asset;
11. Should have one year work experience in general maintenance and cleaning services

Applicants are requested to submit a covering letter, resume including three references; one of which must be from last employer, and current child abuse registry and vulnerable sector checks to: hr@frcneducation.ca

All applicants are thanked for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date for applications: May 28, 2026.

The successful candidate’s employment is contingent upon meeting all pre-employment policies of the Fisher River Cree Nation including the illegal drug by-law.