Maintenance Worker

TSA The Salvation Army TSA; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Custodial Team Leader in Saskatoon to ensure cleanliness and sanitation standards are met in residential facilities. The candidate will oversee cleaning operations and manage a team, providing essential services in a supportive environment for vulnerable individuals. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army are essential.

Qualifications

• At least two years of prior cleaning experience.
• Six months of experience leading a cleaning team.
• Police Information Check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide sanitation and custodial services to maintain a healthy environment.
• Lead the custodial team in the absence of a supervisor.
• Perform minor repairs and housekeeping tasks as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Job description

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 : This position provides required sanitation cleaning and custodial service to custodial standards ensuring the building environment is healthy and comfortable as well as distributing daily tasks and lead the custodial team when Facility Manager / Corps Officer is not onsite.

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

The incumbent may perform all some or similar range of duties.

1. Custodial :

Works independently or cooperatively with team members to complete tasks on schedule and according to quality standards.

Responds to and assists caretakers in their daily tasks in the absence of a supervisor.

Cleans sanitizes sweeps dusts mops washes vacuums polishes and waxes floors.

Cleans windows mirrors woodwork furniture equipment and other surfaces.

Cleans washroom facilities and shower rooms.

Cleans offices classrooms and other rooms.

Supplies toilet paper paper towels soap and other hygiene items.

Empties trash bins and dispose of trash in the garbage compactor or garbage bins.

Cleans sterilizes and / or disinfects areas.

Cleans sterilizes and / or disinfects equipment before and after each use.

Spot cleans carpets and performs general carpet cleaning as required.

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.

Monitors and maintains stock of regularly used items i.e. mops brooms lights supplies etc. and orders / purchases as required.

Informs Facility Manager of general repairs and Maintenance : items requiring attention.

Performs 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.

Follows established procedures and record keeping for inventory tracking.

Lifts and moves furniture as requested.

Performs laundry service as required by program / department needs.

Complies with all prescribed sanitation and building disinfecting protocols.

2. Administrative :

Attend meetings as requested by Director of Facilities or Facility Manager.

Attends specialized work training when scheduled.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT :

Internal : Team members in program Ministry Unit managers and staff residents and clients.

External : Vendors suppliers and service providers.

MANAGERIAL / TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

Reports directly to the Property Manager.

Direct reports : none.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT :

Minor material responsibility.

No financial responsibility. The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Work is done at a mens residential shelter indoors and outdoors.

Handles garbage and cleans up human waste and biohazard substances.

Odours exposure to toxic chemicals electrical hazards and infectious diseases.

Deals with aggressive people. May experience verbal and less likely physical attacks.

Risk of needle pricks back injuries and repetitive strain injuries.

Works in various weather conditions when working outdoors.

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armys Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

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 Armys health and safety policies and procedures.

Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered.

Education Qualifications and Certifications :

High School Diploma or equivalency

Experience and Knowledge :

At least two years of prior cleaning experience and at least six months of experience leading a cleaning team.

Skills and Capabilities :

Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.

Represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.

Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search.

Child Intervention Check if working in the vicinity of children.

Ability to work independently and also participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.

Self-motivated and reliable

Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality

Effective organizational and time management skills.

Lead by example by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible.

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Respectful behaviour and positive attitude to tenants and clients to create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere and successful relationships.

Police information check with vulnerable sector required paid by candidate

Compensation :

The target hiring range for this position is $15.69 to $19.62 with a maximum of $23.54.

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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Key Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 15 - 19

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Maintenance Worker • Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada