Custodian Part Time

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory is seeking a Custodian in San Antonio, Texas. You will perform cleaning tasks to keep the building neat, tidy, and well-maintained on a daily basis, with opportunities to handle minor repairs as needed.

Ideal candidates bring six months of janitorial or general maintenance experience, and the ability to work independently while following safety precautions and procedures. This position emphasizes reliability and physical stamina for daily duties.

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Six months experience in janitorial/general maintenance.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties to maintain neatness and cleanliness daily.
• Maintain and carry out routine building maintenance and minor repairs as needed.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and follow instructions.

Skills

Cleaning & sanitizing

Building maintenance

Safety awareness

Independent work

Drive Salvation Army vehicle

Job description

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for Custodian in San Antonio, Texas.

Job Summary

Provides a variety of cleaning duties and maintains the building to ensure the upkeep, neatness, and cleanliness of the same on a daily basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of effective cleaning and sanitizing practices, general building and grounds maintenance practices and procedures including proper safety precautions.

Ability to perform routine cleaning duties, minor repairs, and maintenance activities of buildings and grounds.

Ability to use and maintain cleaning and maintenance equipment and tools effectively and in a safe manner.

Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle following all laws, regulations, and policies.

Education and Experience

No formal education required, And six months experience performing general janitorial and general maintenance duties; or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.

Ability to perform strenuous, heavy work involving the lifting and carrying of heavy objects.

Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.

Ability to exert the physical energy required to perform the needed janitorial, and maintenance work.

Ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle safely following all laws, regulations, and policies.

Duties are performed standing and requires squatting, climbing, bending and walking. Any of the preceding duties may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of sitting.

Extensive amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying heavy objects (up to 75 lbs.) frequently.

Additional Comments

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

Application Submittal Period: 01/29/2025 – open until filled

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled