Custodian

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Peoria, IL

8d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian position at The Salvation Army's Peoria Citadel Corps Community Center is responsible for maintaining the property and equipment in a satisfactory manner, ensuring cleanliness and timely preventative maintenance. The role requires a passion for The Salvation Army's mission and the ability to work with diverse populations. The Custodian will perform daily, regular, and as-needed cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep the facilities safe, clean, and orderly.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent along with two years of related experiences preferred.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
Candidates must have a passion for fulfilling the mission of The Salvation Army and must be articulate in presenting the same to others.
Candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background inquiry and annual motor vehicle check with a valid driver’s license.
Ability to manage projects successfully efficiently and effectively.
Team player, self-starter, and perform well with minimal supervision.
Must have an interest and ability to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member.
Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email, MS Office applications, Internet, and Social Media platforms.
Must be able to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays, as necessary. Especially in emergent situations.
Regularly required to lift and bend, communicate, move.
Occasionally required to position self to stoop, kneel or crouch.
Frequently required to reach with and use arms and hands as required in using tools and equipment.
Climbing ladders and work in varying temperature environments.
Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to focus.
Individual must be able to continuously lift up to twenty-five pounds, frequently up to thirty-five pounds and occasionally up to fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

Maintain the corps property, equipment, fixtures, and grounds.
Keep facilities clean, safe, and orderly (including garage area).
Operate equipment and power equipment safely and properly.
Use chemicals (including cleaning supplies, lawn treatments) according to manufacturer.
Assist with loading and unloading trucks.
Communicate all major repair issues/needs with the corps officer.
Complete all work orders in a timely manner.
Perform a general cleaning of all offices (including waste receptacles).
Clean, disinfect, and restock all facility bathrooms.
Ensure the vacuuming of rugs and carpets throughout the facility.
Ensure setup of tables, chairs, and equipment needed in facility program rooms.
Ensure cleaning of gym floor after scheduled programs.
Breakdown cardboard and dispose of properly.
Sweep, scrub, and mop floors.
Dispose of all trash to outside dumpster.
Check inside and outside the building (picking up trash and debris).
Use floor scrubber to clean gym floor.
Ensure chapel pews are dusted and/or polished.
Ensure that windows, walls, tables, chairs are cleaned.
Replace/repair burned out lighting throughout facility.
Drive errands, in TSA vehicle.
Order needed supplies within budget guidelines, with prior approval.
Maintain the janitor closet and storage areas, keeping them neat and organized.
Assist with Christmas Campaign by maintaining the kettle equipment, including stands, signs, kettles, bells, laundering aprons in season.
Provide general support to annual Christmas activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Local travel will be required.