Custodian/Driver

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Elgin, IL

7d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian/Driver performs building custodial cleaning, seasonal grounds upkeep, room setup, and driving duties for the Elgin Corps. The role helps maintain a clean and healthy environment for employees and clients, supports pantry and community activities, and follows The Salvation Army’s applicable policies and standards. The position is supervised by the Corps Officers and represents The Salvation Army in contacts related to its duties. Custodial work includes cleaning offices, the Chapel, bathrooms, kitchen, and other areas; replenishing supplies; preparing rooms for activities; inspecting the building; removing garbage; maintaining storage areas and outdoor grounds; and assisting with deliveries and pantry operations. The employee also provides direction to Community Service workers performing assigned duties. Driving duties include operating Corps vans for pickups and deliveries, transporting kettle workers, refueling vehicles, taking vans for maintenance, and reporting vehicle problems. The role may also perform other duties as assigned. The work involves light to heavy physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing a ladder, and takes place in office and outdoor environments with low to high noise levels. The schedule must be flexible as needed.

Requirements

Basic experience in maintenance and knowledge of related tools and equipment.
Valid Illinois driver's license and good driving record; must clear the TSA MVR check and meet MVR requirements.
Ability to work unsupervised and take initiative.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Safe driving skills and ability to operate large passenger vehicles.
Ability to interact positively and politely with passengers and staff.
Ability to clean quickly and to a high standard.
Flexibility in response to changing job situations and priorities; willingness to work a flexible schedule and serve as needed.
Ability to work well with staff and clients and represent The Salvation Army positively.
Support for The Salvation Army's mission.
Ability to perform light to heavy physical work, lift up to 50 pounds, climb a ladder, and carry out the described mobility and reaching tasks.
High school education or equivalent preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Clean the building, including offices and Chapel; vacuum carpets and mop hard floors.
Clean bathrooms and kitchen countertops and replenish hand towels, toilet paper, and liquid soap.
Set up classrooms and other designated rooms for Corps activities and weekly events.
Inspect the building periodically, remove cobwebs, and replace light bulbs as necessary.
Empty office, kitchen, and bathroom garbage and dispose of it in the parking lot bin.
Supervise and direct Community Service workers performing cleaning, pantry support, and other assigned duties.
Maintain outdoor grounds, parking lot, park, and yardwork.
Unload food deliveries for the food pantry and pick up and unload home goods orders for the home goods pantry.
Maintain orderly building storage areas.
Drive Corps vans for pickups and deliveries of home goods, food pantry items, EDS goods, and toys; transport kettle workers; refuel as necessary; and deliver donations to a local Salvation Army thrift store.
Take vans for regular maintenance as directed by Corps Officers and report vehicle issues or problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.