Groundskeeper

The Salvation Army International; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation & sick time

RRSPs

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Salvation Army International is seeking a part-time Facilities Maintenance worker to ensure safe and comfortable environments across our Crossroads Residential Services buildings and grounds in Saskatoon, Canada. You will perform mechanical maintenance, general repairs, and grounds care to support clients and staff.

Key duties include completing work orders, inspecting facilities, and maintaining supplies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Satisfactory Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Satisfactory Child Intervention Check.
• Valid Saskatchewan Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• First Aid/CPR Level A or C required.
• WHMIS training completed.
• Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Complete facility work orders for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Inspect condition of facility and coordinate with supervisor.
• Troubleshoot minor building systems and perform repairs.
• Maintain grounds, custodial tasks, and inventory.
• Operate vehicles and assist with procurement paperwork as needed.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector

Child Intervention Check

Saskatchewan Driver's License

First Aid/CPR

WHMIS training

Experience considered

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word Processing

Job description

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

This position provides assistance with the maintenance of all Crossroads Residential Services buildings exterior, interior and the surrounding grounds. The incumbent will perform a wide range of skilled mechanical preventative maintenance tasks and building repair work; perform general upkeep of the external property; and provide required sanitation and cleaning. The incumbent is part of a team responsible for the provision of a safe and comfortable building environment for all clients and staff.

Accountabilities

Maintenance Completes assigned facility work orders for repairs, maintenance, and preventative tasks in a timely and thorough manner, within the skillset of the incumbent. Completes regular reviews of the condition of the facility, on a timely basis, in conjunction with the supervisor. Conducts required readings on heating systems, including logging pertinent data in logbooks, in conjunction with the supervisor, per schedules. Resolves minor troubleshooting of building systems. Completes adjustments and required repairs, as assigned or by following instructions, to The Salvation Army standards and in accordance with maintenance procedures. Cleans, maintains, and services equipment and tools; performs maintenance on small engines; ensures proper storage. As assigned by Supervisor, organizes, and maintains supplies required for site operation; takes inventory count.

Grounds Keeping

• Ensures the external property is in a safe and clean condition, in all seasons, for pedestrians and vehicles, by removing snow and ice from sidewalks and parking lots.
• Safely operates all assigned company vehicles and related equipment.

Administrative

• Maintains and keeps organized supplies required for site operation and takes inventory count, as assigned by the supervisor.
• Completes daily logs and required records for all maintenance, grounds keeping, and custodial tasks performed each day.
• Follows established procedures and documentation for inventory tracking.
• Attends meetings as requested by the Supervisor.
• Completes, and renews as required, all Salvation Army mandatory training and training required for the position.
• May assist in preparing request for purchase order requisitions with all required backup as instructed.
• Communicate with vendors and contractors when required in consultation with supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is sometimes conducted in disagreeable conditions such as noise from equipment and shop tools. Working in confined spaces and heights (performing overhead maintenance and/or repair work up to 35 feet up), inclement weather and extreme temperatures (heat/cold) Exposure to toxic chemicals and electrical hazards Exposure to bodily fluids and dealing with angry people. The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army's Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Satisfactory Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Satisfactory Child Intervention Check
• The Salvation Army - Canada and Bermuda Territory Job Description
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Drivers License and satisfactory Saskatchewan Drivers Abstract Standard
• First Aid/Level A or C CPR
• WHMIS training
• Alternative combination of education and experience might be considered.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

A minimum of one (1) year of related experience in building operations, including heat plant, HVAC and general repairs (i.e., electrical & plumbing) In addition, approximately six (6) months of experience in custodial duties Knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology, i.e., Outlook, Word Processing, creating and managing EXCEL spreadsheets.

Skills and Capabilities

Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army- its mission, culture, and values. Able to proficiently perform necessary maintenance tasks in all, or some, of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, carpentry. Can safely and efficiently operate company vehicles and machinery (i.e. grass mowers, snow blower, snow brush, All Terrain Vehicle {Brutus) with various PTO attachments, floor scrubber, extractor, power washer, commercial washer and dryer, snow plow and ride on mower.) Strength and agility, and able to endure frequent walking, bending, lifting heavy materials (up to 30 lbs.}, as well as ability to stand for extended periods, especially in performing grounds keeping duties (i.e. ., raking leaves, grass cutting, snow shoveling.) Comfortable climbing on, and working off, ladders at various heights (painting, dusting, changing light bulbs, cleaning eavestrough, pruning trees}, as well as performing various maintenance and cleaning tasks from an elevated platform (30+ feet above ground.) Able to attend to the worksite outside of regular schedule, including very early hours (4:00 am) in all weather conditions (i.e., clearing snow during heavy snowfalls.)

This is a part-time position Weekly scheduled hours:20 Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $16.60 to $20.76 with a maximum of $24.90.

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

Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.