Facilities Custodian: Clean, Safe & Maintained

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory is seeking a Custodian to maintain center premises and equipment in a clean, safe, healthy, and comfortable condition both inside and outside.

Under the supervision of the Program Director, you will perform general custodial tasks, follow schedules, and coordinate with vendors for repairs, ensuring classrooms, restrooms, offices, and outdoor spaces stay orderly and well-maintained for children and visitors.

Qualifications

• Experience in general custodial tasks including cleaning, repairing, and painting.
• Ability to read and follow written work schedules and instructions.
• Ability to maintain a simple inventory of supplies.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, children, parents, and visitors.
• Ensure the facility is consistently clean and safe.

Responsibilities

• Perform general custodial tasks including cleaning, sanitizing, repairing, and painting as needed.
• Always maintain the facility in a clean and safe environment.
• Follow daily and weekly work schedules and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Keep a simple inventory of supplies, noting items on hand and those needed for replenishment.
• Ensure common areas, classrooms, restrooms, offices, and outdoor spaces remain clean and orderly.
• Communicate any maintenance or safety concerns to the Program Director promptly.
• Maintain cooperative and professional relationships with staff, children, parents, and visitors to the center.
• Assist with minor repairs or coordinate with vendors/maintenance when necessary.
• Support the general operation of the center by performing additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Custodial duties

Reading and writing

Inventory management

Team cooperation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory is seeking a Custodian to maintain center premises and equipment in a clean, safe, healthy, and comfortable condition both inside and outside.

Under the supervision of the Program Director, you will perform general custodial tasks, follow schedules, and coordinate with vendors for repairs, ensuring classrooms, restrooms, offices, and outdoor spaces stay orderly and well-maintained for children and visitors.