Custodian/Driver

The Salvation Army Central Territory•Elgin, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian/Driver performs building custodial cleaning, seasonal grounds upkeep, room setup, pantry support, and driving duties at The Salvation Army’s Elgin Corps. The role helps maintain a clean and healthy environment for employees and clients, supports Corps activities, and complies with applicable Salvation Army, federal, state, and local policies and standards. The position is supervised by the Corps Officers and may include other duties as assigned. The role includes cleaning offices, the Chapel, bathrooms, kitchen, and other building areas; setting up rooms for activities; maintaining outdoor grounds and storage areas; assisting with food and home-goods deliveries; and operating Corps vans for pickups, drop-offs, and other organizational transportation needs. The employee may also supervise and direct Community Service workers performing assigned tasks. The position involves light to heavy physical work, including lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing a ladder. Work takes place indoors in an office/building setting and outdoors, with noise levels ranging from low to high. The employee is expected to work independently, communicate effectively, treat staff, clients, visitors, and colleagues respectfully, and represent and support The Salvation Army’s mission.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent preferred.
Basic experience in maintenance and knowledge of related tools and equipment.
Valid Illinois driver’s license and good driving record; must clear The Salvation Army’s MVR check and 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 pleasantly and politely with passengers and staff.
Ability to clean quickly and to a high standard.
Positive attitude and flexibility when job situations or priorities change.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule and serve as needed.
Ability to work well with staff and clients and represent The Salvation Army positively.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb a ladder.
Ability to perform light to heavy physical work, including remaining stationary for some periods, using hands and fingers, moving, communicating, reaching, and occasionally stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.
Candidates who are back-to-work, U.S. Veterans, people with disabilities, people impacted by the justice system, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Clean the entire building, including offices and the Chapel; vacuum carpets and mop hard floors.
Clean bathrooms and kitchen counters, replenish hand towels and toilet paper, and keep liquid soap containers filled.
Set up classrooms and designated rooms for Corps activities and other weekly events.
Inspect the building periodically to remove cobwebs and replace light bulbs as needed.
Empty garbage containers from offices, kitchen, and bathrooms and dispose of garbage in the parking-lot bin.
Supervise and direct Community Service workers performing cleaning, pantry support, and other assigned duties.
Maintain outdoor grounds, including the parking lot, park, and yard.
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, including home goods, food pantry items, EDS goods, and toys; refuel as necessary; transport kettle workers; and deliver donations to the local Salvation Army thrift store.
Take vans for regular maintenance as directed by Corps Officers and report vehicle issues to them.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow applicable Salvation Army, federal, state, and local policies and procedures.
Keep Corps Officers informed of critical issues and commit Army resources only when allocated or approved.
Maintain positive and respectful relationships and support The Salvation Army’s mission without discrimination.