Union speaks out about LKDSB plan to cut custodian position

The union is raising concerns after learning about Lambton-Kent District School Board’s plans to cut custodial positions.

The union is speaking out about the Lambton-Kent District School Board’s (LKDSB) plans to cut custodian positions.

CUPE Local 1238 says 22 custodial jobs will be affected.

LKDSB says the cuts will create 12 new positions at a higher pay rate for current staff to apply for.

Carrie Hopper, union president, says it’s “devastating” and leaves workers facing uncertainty and anxiety.

The board says it is trying to manage changes with attrition and new positions will help offset some of the losses.

The net reduction will be about 10 jobs to ensure essential work continues at schools, according to the board’s education director.