Custodian/Caretaker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Sackville, NB

4d•CA$17 - CA$22•Hybrid

About The Position

The Salvation Army Encounter Community Church Ministries and facilities are seeking a Custodian/Caretaker to perform janitorial duties and ensure the facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner in compliance with applicable standards. This role involves a combination of light cleaning duties, general upkeep of facilities, and minor repairs. The Salvation Army is a faith- and values-based organization that has been serving people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda for over 130 years, helping millions annually with necessities like food, clothing, and shelter, and supporting those facing unemployment, addiction, and family challenges.

Requirements

Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).
High School Diploma
Minimum 6 months custodial and/or maintenance work experience
Dependable
Excellent communication skills
Friendly disposition
Ability to lift an average weight of 25lbs with a maximum of 50lbs, on occasion where weights may exceed 25lbs the assistance of another person is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

Related maintenance Education/ Certificates would be an asset

Responsibilities

Perform a combination of light cleaning duties to maintain defined work areas.
Ensure weekly upkeep of facilities, including emptying garbage, putting garbage out for collection, and returning recycling and composite bins.
Vacuum carpeted areas, sweep and wash tiled floors and baseboards.
Clean glass areas, windows, and ledges, using a ladder when needed.
Dust offices and furnishings, and wipe down tables, chairs, and door handles.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, clean and polish sinks, toilets, countertops, mirrors, and fixtures.
Clean washrooms, restock washrooms and hand sanitizers.
Distribute received material as required.
Identify and report repairs that may require an external service provider to the supervisor.
Check doors and windows to ensure building security.
Perform minor repairs such as changing light bulbs, unblocking toilets, troubleshooting flushing issues, wall touch-up painting, and light furniture fixing.
Report safety concerns and major repair issues to the supervisor.
Spot wash accessible walls, strip and wax floors, and perform spot cleaning and carpet shampooing as required.
Ensure the general upkeep of external property, including keeping sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice, salting, litter pick-up, and maintaining the storage shed.
Salting and clearing snow from front sidewalks and all entrances.
Perform lawn care at the Ministry unit.
Monitor and maintain mixed cleaner bottles for custodial use, ensuring WHMIS compliant labeling.
Keep the food bank area clean and safe by adhering to all health and safety standards.
Contribute to the overall safety of staff, volunteers, donors, clients, and guests by clearing fire exits, cleaning spills, and ensuring no obstacles inside/outside the buildings.
Use personal prescribed safety equipment and clothing as directed.
Report any workplace hazards, dangers, safety issues, injuries, or illnesses immediately.
Take care with all equipment and property.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.