Building Attendant

The Salvation Army Southern California•Salem, OR

About The Position

The Building Attendant is responsible for cleaning, sanitation, and general upkeep of buildings and grounds, with primary responsibility for setting up and taking down furniture and equipment for programs and other building uses. The role performs routine custodial duties, minor maintenance, and basic facility-system operations, helping maintain the appearance and functionality of facilities and grounds. The position requires flexibility and a cooperative spirit, and work is performed in a distinctively Christian environment while interacting professionally with coworkers and members of the public from diverse backgrounds. The position is part-time, non-exempt, and scheduled for 29 hours per week at an hourly wage of $16.50. Work may be scheduled in mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The employee may encounter varying indoor and outdoor temperatures and weather, as well as frequent contact with people who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated. A criminal history information check is required. The employee must remain on the premises during the 15-minute break.

Requirements

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
  • Attention to detail and detail-oriented work habits.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
  • Ability to maintain a self-motivated, self-directed schedule and take projects from beginning through completion.
  • Ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment and interact positively and professionally with coworkers and the public in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement.
  • Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
  • Self-discipline to perform repetitive tasks without lowering work quality.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision and in a team setting, exercise good judgment, and take initiative.
  • Integrity and trustworthiness.
  • Ability to perform the essential duties with or without accommodation.
  • Ability to sit for sometimes long periods; talk and hear; reach with hands and arms; and perform close- and distance-vision tasks.
  • Ability to walk or stand on varied surfaces and perform stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching, manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, driving, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted.
  • Ability to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to work in varying indoor and outdoor temperatures and weather conditions.
  • Ability to pass a criminal history information check.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • One year of experience performing custodial duties and minor maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust interior and exterior building surfaces and furnishings.
  • Clean and sanitize restrooms, shower rooms, locker rooms, fitness areas, and kitchens.
  • Set up and take down furniture and equipment for programs and building uses.
  • Remove trash, litter, and recyclables.
  • Perform high-level cleaning of public areas, including lobbies and entry areas.
  • Clean and sweep exterior areas, including sidewalks, paved areas, and landscaping.
  • Perform minor and routine maintenance and repairs to building systems and grounds.
  • Maintain inventories of cleaning products and supplies, including paper towels, toilet paper, and soap.
  • Perform basic operation of, and locate and shut down, systems including lighting, HVAC, aquatics, fire alarm, water supply, electrical supply, and natural gas supply.
  • Maintain the appearance and functionality of facility components and furnishings, including doors, windows, flooring, roofing, walls, and ceilings.
  • Adapt to varying requests and assignments with flexibility and a cooperative spirit.
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