Part Time Custodian

The Salvation Army; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate organization as a Part-Time Custodian, where your role is vital in maintaining a clean and safe environment for the community. This position offers generous time off, including paid holidays and a Christmas bonus, along with an employer-funded pension plan after one year. You'll be responsible for cleaning and maintaining the facility, assisting with food pantry operations, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. If you're a reliable individual with handyman skills and a passion for service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous time off including 14 paid holidays

Employer funded Pension Plan

Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)

Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans

Christmas Bonus

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and minor repairs of buildings and grounds.
• Assist with food pantry operations and general facility needs.

Skills

Handyman skills

Cleaning methods

Communication skills

Mechanical skills

Experience with manual/power tools

Job description

Overview

Seeking a Part Time Custodian to join our Geneva Team

Our Part Time opportunities offer:

• Generous time off every year including 14 paid holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of continuous employment)
• Tax Deferred Annuity (403B)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC, and Voluntary Term Life
• Christmas Bonus

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Responsible for the physical stewardship of property by cleaning and maintaining the Corps building, exterior of Quarters building. Assist with Corps food pantry operations as requested.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain cleanliness and minor repairs of buildings and grounds including lawn mowing and sidewalk shoveling.
• Requisition and secure supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Maintain equipment and supply closets/sheds.
• Assist with risk management activities of facility.
• Ensure the safety of all people in the Corps when a task is being performed by utilizing proper signage and blocking area when necessary to prevent accidents or injury.
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders (etc) to prepare for programs and events as requested.
• Follow a weekly cleaning schedule as provided.
• Maintain chapel area and make preparations for Sunday meetings and classes.
• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours.
• Maintain vendor list for emergency needs.
• Pick-up, unload and store food items ordered or donated for Food Pantry program operation.
• Stock food pantry shelves from food storage reserves as necessary working with Food Pantry Coordinator.
• Support general operation of food delivery programs working with Food Pantry Coord and Corps Officers.
• Notify Corps Officers concerning the need for repairs, supplies or general facility operation needs.
• Assist with all Christmas operations as requested/directed by Corps Officer.
• Complete additional duties assigned by Corps Officers/Office Manager as requested.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice due to business needs.

Qualifications

SPECIAL SKILLS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Demonstrate acceptable cleaning methods.
• Handyman skills preferred.
• Good working knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing and floor maintenance.
• Experience with manual/power tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to drive Corps vehicles for food pickups.
• Willingness to attend training opportunities when available.
• Valid NYS Driver License that meets The Salvation Army insurance requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.