Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: The Custodian maintains the cleanliness of the facility, property and/or grounds in compliance with applicable standards. The incumbent makes minor repairs and provides access to the facility as required. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Job Duties • Ensures the general upkeep of the facility such as cleaning floors, washrooms, windows, dusting, collects and disposes of garbage, vacuums • Checks, cleans, moves, arranges and dusts furniture as required • Ensures the general upkeep of external property such as mowing lawns, keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice, cleaning main floor outside windows, picking up litter, sweeping sidewalks, gardening/watering and pruning shrubs, raking • Checks doors and windows to ensure building and resident security; provides access to the facility and secures the facility as needed • Restocks washroom supplies and distributes received material as required • Spot washes accessible walls, strips and waxes floors and shampoos carpets as required • Establishes and monitors preventative maintenance procedures for related equipment; recommends repairs and purchases as required • Performs a number of minor repairs and duties in a variety of trade areas such as electrical, carpentry, plumbing and painting; reports safety concerns and major repair issues (e.g. furniture and fixtures) • Organizes own work with some flexibility to choose alternative sequence of tasks based on the current circumstances • Performs other duties as assigned Written and Verbal Communication • Occasional communication of a routine nature • Normal composure, courtesy, and tact are required Some problem solving within the scope of work with a choice of action within limits. CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT • Communicate with guests/clients of shelter, transitional and supportive housing • Communicate with other staff and volunteers in the building Governance Boards and Councils: None Internal: • Fort St. John/ Northern Centre of Hope staff members and volunteers External: • Residents, clients, and guest. MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY: • Reports directly to: Supervisor • Direct reports for this position: N/A FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT: • May be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash WORKING CONDITIONS: • Typical working location for this position is in the entire facility and property designated • The performance of the job requires industrial cleaning equipment and tools, mopping/sweeping, bending/twisting/lifting, occasional ladder work and fine motor skills • The incumbent is required to lift more than 20 pounds and applying over 40 lbs force • The performance of the job requires moderate to high attention when using motorized equipment, handling hazardous chemicals, using non-motorized/general cleaning supplies, adhering to safety procedures and regulations and occasionally ordering supplies • Works under the following disagreeable conditions: o Handle garbage o Isolation and monotony o Odors o Dealing with angry people o Exposure to drugs and alcohol o Verbal abuse o Exposure to toxic chemicals o Various weather conditions o Washrooms (i.e. human waste) o Multi-tasking • May have little to no travel required • May be exposed to the risk of moderate to severe injury or illnesses due to: o Physical attacks by others o Exposure to infectious diseases o Exposure to toxic chemicals o Moving objects o Sharp objects (e.g. needle pricking) o Electrical Hazards o Injury from lifting o Falling on wet/slippery floors o Repetitive strain injuries (e.g. back, wrist). The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Qualifications and Certifications: • Have some High School education • WHMIS training • An alternative level of education and experience may be considered Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements • More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience, including life skills and general familiarity with cleaning and maintenance procedures. Skills and Capabilities: • Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills. • Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility. SCHEDULE: Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 2:30 PM) Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide: • Background check consent. • A clear vulnerable sector screening. • A clean drivers abstract. • Completion of our online Praesidium Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training. The salary range is based on Collective Agreement, not any other factors. Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $23.28 to $23.66 with a maximum of $24.03. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.
