Custodian

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 at The Salvation Armys Nanaimo New Hope Centre plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe clean and welcoming environment for our clients staff and visitors. This role ensures that our facility remains a safe and welcoming space where individuals can access the services they need to transform their lives.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

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 paint; reports safety concerns and major repair issues (e.g. furniture and fixtures).

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 widows 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.

Maintain an inventory of custodial supplies and request reorders as needed.

Ensure that custodial equipment is in good working condition and report any issues promptly.

Restocks washrooms supplies and distributes received materials as required.

Spot washes accessible walls strips and waxes floors and shampoos carpets as required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Governance Boards and Councils: None

Internal: Director Janitors other Staff Clients.

External: N/A

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:

Reports directly to: Director

Direct reports for this position: n/a

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

None.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Handles garbage.

May be exposed to body fluids odors and toxic chemicals.

Works in various weather conditions.

May deal with people who have angry or abusive behaviors.

Sharp objects.

Repetitive strain injuries.

May be required to lift/move/push up to 25 pounds.

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

High School Graduation or equivalent required.

Valid WHIMS required.

Clear TB Skin Test required.

Criminal record clearance through the BC Criminal Records Review Program required.

Valid Occupational First Aid Level 1 or equivalent an asset.

Valid Class 5 Drivers License an asset.

Completion of NHC mandatory especially ARMATUS abuse training required.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

Six (6) months of related experience in janitorial/custodian work.

Knowledge of cleaning techniques materials and equipment.

Knowledge of basic plumbing electrical carpentry and painting.

Familiarity with safety protocols including the proper handling of cleaning chemicals and the use of personal protective equipment.

Skills and Capabilities (examples provided below):

Attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.

Meticulous attention to detail to ensure that all areas are thoroughly cleaned and maintained to high standards.

Good organizational skills to keep janitorial/custodial supplies and equipment in order and maintain a neat and tidy work area.

Must be able to follow instructions both verbal and written working co-operatively with others and complete to a satisfactory level all assigned tasks.

Effective communication skills both written and verbal are important for interactions with colleagues clients and the public. The ability to report issues take instructions and communicate courteously is essential.

Strong time management skills to prioritize cleaning tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.

Ability to identify and address cleaning and maintenance issues independently and make decisions about when to escalate problems to management.

Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical stamina and the ability to lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds.

Commitment to the mission and values of the Salvation Army.

Compensation:

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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.