Custodian/Driver

** Custodian/Driver**

**Job Category****:** Facilities/Maintenance/Janitorial **Requisition Number****:** CUSTO01809 Showing 1 location **Job Details**

**Description**

****GENERAL STATEMENT****:****

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.

**EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE****:**

* High School diploma or GED

* 1 years experience of custodial work

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED****:**

* Pays attention to detail

* Organized

* Thorough

* Self starter

* Team player

* Effective time management

* Good use of the English language in verbal communication

* Ability and willingness to keep information confidential

* Demonstrated knowledge of how to work with and apply cleaning products

* Demonstrated knowledge of how to work with power tools, handheld shop tools and garden tools

* Demonstrated knowledge of electrical repair and maintenance

* Ability and willingness to record hours worked by clocking arrival, departure, and meal times on timeclock tablet

* Must have a valid Washington State Drivers license and ability to pass Motor Vehicle background check and in-house driving test

* Must complete and adhere to child safety (Protecting the Mission) requirements and guidelines, including the ability to pass a TSA background check

* Must abide by all policies and procedures as set forth in The Salvation Army Handbook.

**SCOPE OF POSITION****:**

This position is responsible for the upkeep, and minor maintenance/repair issues for the buildings, grounds & vehicles of the Bellingham Corps, Quarters, and Camp Lummi. This position is responsible for ensuring that the facilities are clean and in order. Also responsible for several weekly pickups for the Food Bank and Corps.

Weekly Schedule:

* Monday through Friday

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES****:**

* Develop and follow a weekly and annual maintenance schedule

* Keep the Corps clean and organized, including but not limited to: vacuuming; emptying trash; washing windows including partitions and frames; wiping mirrors and other glass surfaces; cleaning and organizing storage areas; dusting; washing floors, cleaning carpets; and cleaning chairs and other furnishings as necessary.

* Clean all restrooms, including but not limited to: scrubbing toilet bowls; wiping down exterior of toilet; wiping down toilet stalls; disinfect faucets, toilet handles and door handles; wiping towel dispensers; clean sinks; ensuring toilet paper, paper towels and soap are stocked; sweeping and mopping floors; dumping out garbage and putting in clean liners; wiping down mirrors

* Clean kitchen including but not limited to: wiping down surfaces; removing and shaking out kitchen mats; cleaning kitchen mats on Saturdays; sweeping and mopping floors; dumping out garbage and putting in clean liners

* Clean and tidy the Chapel, including but not limited to: ensuring all trash is removed (e.g. old worship service programs); ensuring all Bibles and Song books are placed back in seat pockets; chairs are arranged

* Keep truck, bus, and minivans clean and ready for use. This includes: operating a maintenance schedule (oil changes, checkups); monitoring the state of the brakes and tires; washing the exterior; cleaning and vacuuming the interior; and keeping gas in the tanks (filling at least once per week).

* Set up and tear down tables, chairs, and other items in preparation for programs that are being held on premises, as requested.

* Maintain the facilities exteriors, including landscaping, lawn, parking lot, and walkways.

* Perform all phases of building maintenance necessary to keep a safe environment for employees and all others using the facilities including but not limited to:

+ Maintaining walkways, to ensure safety and usefulness

+ Maintain all electrical systems such as lights, ballast, outlets, switches and circuit breakers.

+ Check all properties air filters and make sure they are replaced at least every 6 months.

+ With supervisor approval, arrange for contracted maintenance when needed

* Organize and maintain Janitors closet and Maintenance container, including all equipment

* Inform supervisor of any supply or equipment needs

* Drive to pick-up several weekly donations from the community and unload

* Must report all accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately.

* All other duties as assigned

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS****:**

* Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis

* Ability to climb stairs

* Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as boxes, tables, and reach overhead

* Ability to operate telephone

* Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time on a hard surface

* Ability to work in an outdoor environment and remain productive during a variety of weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, wind, rain, and snow.

* Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. repetitively (usually garbage)

* Ability to understand written information

* Ability to operate a motor vehicle, including ride-on lawnmower

* Ability to operate power tools and hand-held shop & gardening tools

* Ability to work around, handle, and apply standard cleaning products, paints, and gardening chemicals (using basic safety materials such as gloves and mask)

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

**SUPERVISOR: Corps Officer**

**Qualifications**

**Skills**

**Behaviors**

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**Education**

**Required**

High School or Equivalent or better.

**Experience**

**Licenses & Certifications**

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)