Custodian

salvarmycareers; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Holiday pay

Job summary

The Salvation Army in La Crosse County is seeking a Custodian to perform routine cleaning and maintenance across our buildings and grounds. You will vacuum carpets, disinfect restrooms, sweep and mop floors daily, empty waste, and replace supplies as needed.

With at least one year of janitorial or maintenance experience, you will also help with grounds upkeep and supervise volunteers as directed by the supervisor. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum one year experience in janitorial and/or maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum all carpets, clean & disinfect all restroom facilities daily, sweep and mop floors daily.

Job description

Wherever there is a need in La Crosse County you'll find The Salvation Army. We not only strive to help our community with shelter and food, but to also empower our youth as well. To work for an organization that believes in Doing The Most Good, apply today!

The Custodian willperform manual work generally of physical nature, incidental to the cleaning of the local Salvation Army buildings and grounds.

About the role:

• Vacuum all carpets, clean & disinfect all restroom facilities daily, sweep and mop floors daily
• Empty and discard waste daily
• Responsible for regular cleaning of various surfaces, with appropriate cleaners.
• Replace paper towels, toilet paper and soap as required
• Strip and wax floors as assigned
• Clean various offices and rooms regularly
• Assist with the care of the corps vehicles
• General repair work as needed
• Upkeep of the grounds through mowing the grass, raking, removing weeds, picking up litter, sweeping the parking lot, areas as needed
• Supervise community service participants and volunteers that have been assigned to work with you
• Provide seasonal assistance as needed
• Check in all janitorial supplies received including verifying invoices
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Corps Officer.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certifications:

Valid Driver’s License

Experience:

Minimum one year experience in janitorial and/or maintenance work

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Who we are:

Our Mission: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Our message is based on the Bible. Our ministry is motivated by the love of God. Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human need in His name without discrimination.

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army’s brand promises to Do theMost Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day.

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to help anyone in need without discrimination. Our culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices a seriously great place to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

The Salvation Army recognizes that peace of mind is important to employees and their families. Because of this, we offer :

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible schedules and a casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life
• Insurance benefits: excellent health, dental, vision, life, disability
• Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance

Full-time employees scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week will be eligible for full benefits, including health, dental, vision and hearing benefits, basic and voluntary life benefits, holiday pay and paid time off, which is pro-rated based on their regularly scheduled work week.

Non-Exempt Employees: Health, dental, vision, and hearing benefits, as well as basic and voluntary life benefits, will begin on the first day of the month following 90 days of employment. If the completion of a 90-day waiting period occurs on the first day of the calendar month, coverage will begin on that day.

Compensation:

At The Salvation Army - We honor the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We are dedicated to fair pay practices, ensuring equal compensation for equal work, regardless of gender, race, or other factors.

Be part of something meaningful. Whether you're supporting those in need, assisting with disaster relief, or working in areas like finance or fundraising, each role offers a chance to make a lasting impact. If you're looking to align your career with your values, explore opportunities at The Salvation Army and help us create a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

Compensation:$14.32-$17.90/hour, based on experience.