Janitorial-maintenance Worker

The Janitorial-Maintenance Worker is responsible to provide day-to-day maintenance, program set-up, cleaning and grounds keeping duties to ensure the property is safe, clean and well maintained.

Hours:

• Typical hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, availability for weekends, evenings and holiday work based on programming needs.
• Hours may be flexible based on programming needs or with consultation with the Corps Officer.

General:

• Accept day-to-day instructions from the Corps Officer
• Respond to emergencies on an on-call basis;
• Report any problems or items requiring repair and/or maintenance that are noticed during the execution of duties.
• Report Electrical and Plumbing deficiencies as appropriate
• Safely store and maintain all related equipment and supplies in the appropriate storage spaces provided.
• Attend meetings and training sessions related to the Workplace Health and Safety Committee.

Interior Maintenance:

• Do minor repairs as necessary
• Do basic painting as required.
• Miscellaneous minor maintenance e.g. ensuring that interior lights are equipped with operable lights

Exterior Maintenance:

• Keep the exterior of the Corps Building safe and in good repair;
• Keep entrance sidewalks/walkways clear of snow and ice (shoveled or snow blower); apply ice-melter when contractor is unable to do so.
• Miscellaneous minor maintenance, e.g. ensuring that exterior light fixtures are equipped with operable bulbs, cleaning of outside benches/picnic tables, patio furniture, etc.

Vehicle Maintenance:

• Maintain program vehicle by ensuring that vehicle repairs are completed.
• Ensure fluids (oils, fuel, etc.) are maintained.
• Clean interior and exterior of vehicle on an as needed basis

Cleaning:

• Clean interior and exterior windows and doors, etc., Clean up and remove any spills, litter and other refuse found in the building.
• Clean all common areas and rooms.
• Refill cleaning supplies as needed.
• Daily remove garbage and recycling and Organic bins.
• Remove paper, litter and other refuse from around the exterior of the building, including the parking lot.
• Wash and vacuum all floors weekly and as required per program needs.
• Clean the Garbage room and bins as required.
• Clean and sanitize all washrooms, before and after programming.
• Clean, sweep, mop, and sanitize the Kitchen weekly.

Other Duties:

• Write detailed incident reports and report serious occurrences immediately to the Corps Officer
• Arrange for any property inspections, ie. Fire inspections, or hired trades as required.
• Order supplies, as needed, in consultation with the Corps Officer or designate. Assist in setting up for building events and functions including Next Steps Resource initiatives.
• Undertake any other assignments requested by the Corps Officer or designate which is compatible with this job description.
• All Staff are required to attend and assist with any serious emergency on a 24-hour basis; including fire alarms, major floods, major disturbances, etc. when in the building.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of a high school diploma
• General understanding of basic maintenance/mechanical systems and health and safety related issues required
• Valid driver's license with a driver's abstract

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• 1-3 years of prior related experience including custodial, computer skills and general electrical/plumbing experience

Skills and Capabilities:

• Should possess a caring and positive attitude
• Personnel policies and procedures shall be in conformity with the Salvation Army's Employee Handbook.
• Satisfactory communication skills which include an ability to narrate an incident
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work within the mandate of and embrace the mission of The Salvation Army

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• A clean driver's abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.