Custodian Associate

The Salvation Army•Ashland, OH

About The Position

The Custodian Associate assists the Facilities Manager and Facilities Associates with cleaning and maintaining the buildings and grounds. Work areas include offices, classrooms, corridors, lobbies, gymnasiums, worship center, aquatics and fitness center, locker rooms, restrooms, and other public and program spaces. Assigned duties may also include project work, particularly floor maintenance. The role includes opening and closing the facility, event setup and cleanup, responding to emergency cleaning requests, and reporting maintenance and safety concerns. The Custodian Associate is expected to follow organizational policies, participate in required training and meetings, help protect the safety of guests and participants, and be sensitive to people’s spiritual needs by offering referrals to Corps Officers or another spiritual leader at the Kroc Center.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Custodial work experience, preferably in a school or community center environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, climb, reach, and bend.
Works well with others; dependable and able to work independently.
Maintains a professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
Ability to perform essential job functions using equipment including light and heavy vacuums, buffing machine, burnisher, automatic scrubber, hand truck (dolly), pressure washer, carpet cleaning machines, wet vac, brooms, and mops.
Understanding of and support for The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, and flexibility in accomplishing the mission.
Working knowledge of and ability to abide by the Kroc Center Code of Conduct and policies, and employee guidelines set forth by The Salvation Army USA Eastern Territory, NEOSA Division, and the Kroc Center.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and calendars.
Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records and reports.
Ability to build and maintain effective, professional working relationships with Salvation Army officers, employees, partnership agency staff, volunteers, and the community.
Maintain updated safety training required by and assigned by The Salvation Army and in compliance with OSHA.
Maintain updated KeepSAFE child and vulnerable persons safety training.
Must complete a Webcheck fingerprint background check; the Kroc Center reimburses the expense after 90 days.

Responsibilities

Open and close the facility.
Keep the grounds clean and free from paper and litter.
Clean and sanitize restrooms and locker rooms throughout the day.
Clean classrooms, corridors, and lobbies.
Clean gymnasiums, chapel, field house, aquatics center, fitness center, other program spaces, offices, and related areas.
Remove trash and recycling.
Assist the Facilities Manager and Facilities Associates with light maintenance, such as replacing ceiling tiles and light bulbs, as needed.
Set up and clean up for programs and events.
Report maintenance concerns through work order requests to the appropriate personnel.
Respond to emergency cleaning requests.
Follow policies and procedures to protect The Salvation Army’s interests and help prevent liability from injuries; promote the safety of guests and participants and prepare accurate, legible incident reports after accidents or injuries.
Participate in training on safety, equipment, supplies, and computer systems; maintain and secure equipment according to acceptable standards.
Immediately correct or report potentially unsafe conditions and report problem areas to the Facilities Manager and Manager on Duty.
Attend scheduled staff meetings.
Perform other assignments and duties as directed.
Be sensitive to people’s spiritual needs and offer to refer them to Corps Officers or another spiritual leader at the Kroc Center.