Facilities Steward ($17 - $18 hourly)

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Ewa Beach (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Ewa Beach is seeking a Facilities Steward to maintain cleanliness and functionality of its facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning building surfaces, equipment setup for events, and inspecting facilities for maintenance. Applicants should possess a High School Diploma or GED, and have at least six months of experience in janitorial methods and facilities maintenance. This is a full-time, hourly position with the possibility of working evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months experience in janitorial methods and facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of health/sanitation requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and detail cleaning of all building surfaces.
• Assist in setting up and taking down for events.
• Inspect facilities for maintenance issues.

Skills

Janitorial methods

Health and sanitation knowledge

Facilities maintenance

Ability to prioritize

Use of hand tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electric powered vacuum cleaner

Ladders

Forklifts

Boom lifts

Lawnmower

Job description

The Salvation Army

Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division

Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center

Position Title

Facilities Steward

Department

Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center (Kroc Center Hawaii)

Supervisor

Facilities Manager

FLSA Status

Non Exempt

Classification

Full Time, Hourly Range

Position Summary

The Facilities Steward will be responsible for the cleaning, sanitation and general upkeep of all interior and exterior buildings, surfaces, furnishings and equipment. The role will also assist in the set‑ups and take‑downs of furniture and equipment for programs and building uses, and maintain the grounds.

Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Requires at least 6 months of experience in current janitorial methods and procedures.
3. Must have thorough knowledge of health and sanitation requirements of a public facility, preferably utilizing "green/sustainable" cleaning products and methods.
4. Requires at least 6 months of experience performing facilities maintenance.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.

Essential Functions

1. Provide routine cleaning duties and detail cleaning such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming and dusting of all interior and exterior building surfaces and furnishings.
2. Regular cleaning/detail and sanitation of areas including restrooms, shower rooms, locker rooms, fitness areas and kitchen.
3. Prepare sites for special events and trainings (set up and take down furniture and equipment for a variety of internal and community events); assist in moving furniture and equipment while setting security alarms and responding to alarm calls during and after regular work hours, and maintaining clean, safe, and orderly work sites; perform routine inspection of facilities to check for maintenance issues to ensure proper working order.
4. Regular cleaning and sweeping of exterior areas including sidewalks, paved areas, and landscaping.
5. Maintain the appearance and functionality of the facilities and grounds components including doors, windows, flooring, walls, ceilings and furnishings.
6. Maintain records of cleaning, service and repair of building systems.
7. Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
8. Maintain the Code of Ethics policy established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
9. Attend staff meetings and other administrative meetings.
10. Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.
11. Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, saws, brush trimmers and axes.
12. Mow and edge lawns using power mowers and edger.
13. Turn off/on irrigation valves as needed.
14. May possibly spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides onto grass, shrubs and trees using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
15. Operate powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, twin‑axle vehicles, chainsaws, electric clippers, scissor lifts, forklifts, boom lifts, power washers, floor buffers, carpet cleaners, street sweepers.
16. Assist in routine preventive maintenance and make repairs on buildings, equipment, and facility systems. Facility systems include buildings (walls, floors, ceilings, fixtures and furnishings), plumbing, electrical, structural, pool and mechanical systems as required.
17. Report mechanical malfunctions to the Facilities management staff.
18. Assist in the periodic maintenance of the Center's vehicle fleet.
19. Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands

1. Able to prioritize and organize work assignments and take projects from beginning through completion.
2. Able to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
3. Able to work in a fast‑paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
4. Is self‑motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, motivational, and able to maintain a self‑directed schedule.
5. Genuine interest and commitment to providing quality service.
6. Respond to crisis situations in a calm and effective manner and remain calm when resolving problems using good judgment.
7. Must possess the self‑discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work.
8. Exercise good judgment and comfortable taking initiative with projects.

Physical Demands

The position requires sitting; climbing and/or balancing; stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, crouching and/or crawling; standing; walking; manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination; use of vision; pushing/pulling/lifting/carrying 25‑50 pounds and occasionally more than 50 pounds; traveling by airplane. This employee may also be required to work weekends and evenings.

Communication Demands

The position requires talking to co‑workers, clients, vendors; requires written communication to and from co‑workers, clients, vendors; talking on the telephone; requires responding to written or verbal requests of co‑workers, clients, and vendors; requires training/giving verbal and written instructions; requires receiving verbal and written instructions; requires writing/composing written language; requires reading; requires visiting/working at other worksites; requires communication via the latest technologies. The position requires the ability to interact with co‑workers and the public in a positive, professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement. The position also requires the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

Equipment Needs

Equipment used includes: electric powered vacuum cleaner, cleaning cart, ladders, forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, shampoo/buffing/waxing machines, hedge trimmer, lawnmower, pruner, chainsaw and all chemicals associated with maintenance and cleaning.

Work Environment

The employee is regularly exposed to inside and outside work in all types of weather, i.e., wet and/or humid conditions, heat or cold and moving mechanical equipment. The employee will regularly be exposed to chemicals used while performing job duties.

Certificates & Licenses

The candidate chosen for this position must have a valid driver's license and insured transportation. On an annual basis, employees are required to participate in The Salvation Army's Fleet Safety Program.

Clearances

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

At‑Will Employment

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by management. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.