Janitor

salvationarmyca; Triton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Triton/Brighton Community Church Ministries seeks a part-time janitorial worker responsible for cleaning and maintaining facilities to a healthy, safe standard. Responsibilities include garbage and recycling management, surface cleaning, washroom upkeep, and reporting repairs to supervisors.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma, at least 6 months custodial experience, and a commitment to OH&S policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Willingness to develop understanding and support for The Salvation Army mission.
• Ability to provide an original background check including Child Check if appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Perform light cleaning to maintain defined work areas.
• Maintain weekly upkeep of facilities; empty garbage, recycle, and clean surfaces.
• Clean washrooms, stock supplies, and report repairs to supervisor.
• Spot clean walls, strip/wax floors, and shampoo carpets as needed.
• Ensure building security and report safety concerns to supervisor.

Skills

Dependable

Excellent communication skills

Friendly disposition

Lifting to 10 lbs

Education

High School Diploma

Related maintenance education/certificates would be an asset

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

Position Purpose summary

The role is responsible for performing janitorial duties and ensuring The Salvation Army Triton/Brighton Community Church Ministries and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner in compliance with applicable standards.

Accountabilities

General duties

Responsible for any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain defined work areas. Ensure the weekly upkeep of the facilities i.e., empty all garbage receptacles, put garbage out for designated garbage day and return recycling and composite bins when emptied. Vacuum all carpeted areas, sweep all tiled areas, wash floors and baseboards in tiled areas, clean all glass areas; windows and ledges etc. using a ladder where/when needed, dust all offices and furnishings. Wipe down all tables, chairs, and door handles, checks, cleans, moves, arranges, and dusts furniture as required. If applicable, ensure kitchen cleanliness, clean and polish sinks, toilets and counter tops, mirrors, and fixtures; clean washrooms (toilets, sinks, floors), restock washrooms and hand sanitizers, and distribute received material as required. Identify/report to supervisor any repairs that may require an external service provider. Check doors and windows to ensure building security. Perform minor repairs such as electrical (change light bulbs) and plumbing (unblocking toilets, troubleshooting flushing issues), wall parch-painting, light furniture fixing (tighten screws) reports safety concerns and major repair issues to supervisor. Spot wash accessible walls, strip and wax floors, spot cleaning, and shampoo carpets as required. Ensure the general upkeep of external property, keeping sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice, including salting, litter pick up and up-keep of storage shed. Salting and clearing of snow to the front sidewalks and 3 entrances. Lawn care at the Ministry unit.

Health and Safety

Monitor and maintain mixed cleaner bottles for custodial use. Ensure that all bottles contain WHMIS compliant labeling. Keep food bank area clean and safe by adhering to all health and safety standards recommended by Public Health etc. Contribute to the overall safety of staff, volunteers, donors, clients, and guests (e.g., clear fire exits, cleans spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the buildings) Use personal prescribed safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer. Report any workplace hazards, dangers, safety issues, injuries, or illness' immediately and ensure care is taken with all equipment and property. Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Working environment is typically in the corps building in generally agreeable conditions and some outdoor duties.
• Hours of work: 15 hours per week

Education, experience, AND Qualifications

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.

Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.

Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• High School Diploma
• Related maintenance Education/ Certificates would be an asset

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum 6 months custodial and/or maintenance work experience

Skills and Capabilities

• Dependable
• Excellent communication skills
• Friendly disposition
• Capable of lifting to 10lbs

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $16.35 to $19.50 with a maximum of $22.64. 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.

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