Caretaker

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose summary:

The Custodian/Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing janitorial duties that ensure The Salvation Army Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre is maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner in compliance with applicable standards.

Accountabilities

• Works independently or cooperatively with team members to complete tasks on schedule and according to quality standards.
• Cleans, sanitizes, sweeps, dusts, mops, washes, vacuums, polishes, and waxes floors.
• Cleans windows, mirrors, woodwork, furniture, equipment, and other surfaces.
• Cleans offices, kitchen, washrooms and all other rooms.
• Responsible for tracking and record keeping of fridge/freezer temps, fire extinguishers, etc…
• Restock supplies of toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and other hygiene items.
• Empties trash bins and disposes of trash, recycling, and compost in the moloks. And works with the supervisors to arrange the disposal of items that do not fit
• Cleans, sterilizes and/or disinfects all areas.
• Cleans, sterilizes and/or disinfects equipment before and after each use.
• Spot wash accessible walls and spot clean carpets and perform general carpet cleaning, as required.
• Check doors and windows to ensure building security.
• Performs more extensive cleaning, carpet cleaning, stripping and waxing floors, and light maintenance during non-peak programming periods.
• Organizes and maintains janitorial supplies in janitorial room(s) and on janitorial carts.
• Follows established procedures and record-keeping for inventory tracking.
• Perform general repairs that do not require certification, such as patching, painting, plumbing, replacing light bulbs etc. Reports safety concerns and major repair issues to supervisor or designate.
• Lifts and moves furniture as requested (Chairs, tables, etc…).
• Ensure the general upkeep of external property, keeping sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice, including salting, litter pick up, up-keep of storage shed, watering of plants, etc
• Changing the outdoor sign when needed.
• Support with set up and tear down for programming/rentals.
• Complies with all prescribed sanitation and building disinfecting protocols.
• Monitor and maintain stock of regularly used items, i.e. mops, brooms, lights, supplies etc., and order/purchases as required.
• Health and Safety
• Contribute to the safety of staff, guests, customers, and clients (e.g., clear fire exits, cleans spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the building, keeping sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice, including salting, litter pick up etc.)
• Monitor and maintain mixed cleaner bottles for custodial use. Ensure that all bottles contain WHMIS compliant labeling.
• Monitor and maintain SDS’s, ensuring all SDS’s are WHMIS compliant.
• Performs monthly workplace health & safety inspections.
• Oversees Fire Safety for the facility – fire drills, fire safety book, fire panel
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
  
  

Working Conditions

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

• This is a permanent part-time position at 15 hours per week.
• Schedule may vary from week to week and include both weekdays and weekends.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required.
• The incumbent’s work environment is typically in the entire facility and property designated.
• The incumbent is required to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• The performance of the job requires operating industrial cleaning equipment and tools, mopping/sweeping, bending/twisting/lifting, occasional ladder work and fine motor skills.
• The performance of the job requires moderate to high attention when handling hazardous chemicals and using non-motorized/general cleaning equipment.
  
  

Education, Experience And Qualifications

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• Have up-to-date CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to achieve
• have a valid G2 driver's license
  
  

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) months prior related experience, including general familiarity with professional cleaning and maintenance procedures.
  
  

Skills And Capabilities

Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered.

• As required and as applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to Management.
• Participate in regular direct supervision with immediate supervisor and comply by attending to noted areas needing improvement to ensure maximum job performance.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional manner at all times.
• Be punctual and work all hours scheduled, advising immediate supervisor anytime this is not possible.
• Work as an effective member of the team.
• Work within fire safety, health & safety and emergency procedures.
• Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening and Drivers Abstract.
• Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
  
  

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.20 to $20.64 with a maximum of $24.77.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.