Custodian

MISSION STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Works in a supervised capacity within the routine job description, tailored to specific program needs. Requires skills or experience working with people. Ability to work with minimal supervision and as directed. High personal standards of cleanliness, thoroughness, and attention to detail. Physical ability to satisfactorily complete all tasks in an efficient manner. Must be able to work effectively within the environment of people in crisis. All responsibilities are under the supervision of the Facilities Manager in coordination with the Corps Officers, who will monitor for accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures of The Salvation Army.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent level required; degree preferred
• Previous janitorial or maintenance experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must possess identification documents sufficient for hiring as required by the Department of Homeland Security
• Must be able to readily communicate problems verbally or in writing to immediate supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Adhere to daily check list for cleaning and maintenance of buildings and grounds as determined by seasons and event schedules
• Daily sweeping and mopping of all common areas, offices, lobby, etc.
• Vacuum all office spaces and hallways, as needed
• Dust and straighten furnishings, as needed
• Empty trash receptacles in meeting rooms, warehouse, food bank, offices, labs, breakrooms, and restrooms
• Clean all restrooms, breakrooms, floors, fixtures, and surfaces daily
• Stock paper products and soap dispensers
• Weekly window cleaning in all spaces of both buildings
• Keep supplies adequately stocked in the janitorial closets
• Assist the shelter staff with the proper methods, chemicals, and techniques for building custodial duties
• Keep building exterior patrolled for trash, cleanliness, and repair problems
• Report all graffiti, repair problems, or hazardous conditions to the Facilities Manager promptly
• Perform snow removal and apply de-ice products as needed during working hours
• Strip, wax, or burnish ceramic and VCT tiled areas as directed on a periodic basis
• Replace burned out light bulbs as necessary in all buildings
• Operate all necessary cleaning equipment, hand tools, and apparatus to perform custodial duties
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, pull, objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, doors, and reach overhead
• Ability to operate varied maintenance equipment (floor care, snow blower, lawn care equipment)
• Ability to operate a telephone and other office equipment
• Ability to access and produce information from a computer
• Ability to understand written information
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to sweep, clean, shovel snow, and perform other janitorial tasks as needed

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.