Janitor/Custodian (Brooklyn Sunset Park Corps)

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory•New York, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. during After School Program and Summer Camp sessions; 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. when programs are not in session. Maintain cleanliness of the Corps building, including but not limited to: Sweeping and mopping floors as needed. Daily vacuuming and carpet shampooing as required. Washing, dusting, and polishing furniture and woodwork. Cleaning restrooms, windows, blinds, and light fixtures as needed. Wash and paint walls when necessary. Daily cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing of tables, doorknobs, and light switches. Monitor inventory and replenish janitorial supplies as needed. Perform exterior maintenance of Corps property, including removal of leaves, trash, snow, and ice from sidewalks, walkways, steps, and driveways. Assist with program activities by setting up tables, chairs, and equipment for daily programs and special events. Receive food deliveries and donations and store items in designated areas. Remove trash and recyclables in accordance with the NYC Department of Sanitation schedule. Report any damaged, unsafe, or hazardous building conditions to the Corps Officer. Attend staff meetings and workshops as required. Receive, store, and prepare donations for weekly Salvation Army truck pickups. Willingly pick up donations using the Corps van as needed. Assist the Corps Officer with seasonal programs and maintenance activities, including kettle sign upkeep, Angel Tree program support, and transportation of volunteers or staff. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Corps Officer.

Requirements

Candidate must have a High School diploma or GED
Valid NYS driver’s license
Working Knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment and learning acceptable cleaning methods.
Must be able to operate manual/power tools in a safe manner.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
Physically able to do rigorous manual labor, including lifting up to 50lbs.
Flexibility in schedule and lunch period (especially October through December).

Nice To Haves

Handyman/Tradesman skills preferred
Spanish speaking a plus.

Responsibilities

Sweeping and mopping floors as needed.
Daily vacuuming and carpet shampooing as required.
Washing, dusting, and polishing furniture and woodwork.
Cleaning restrooms, windows, blinds, and light fixtures as needed.
Wash and paint walls when necessary.
Daily cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing of tables, doorknobs, and light switches.
Monitor inventory and replenish janitorial supplies as needed.
Perform exterior maintenance of Corps property, including removal of leaves, trash, snow, and ice from sidewalks, walkways, steps, and driveways.
Assist with program activities by setting up tables, chairs, and equipment for daily programs and special events.
Receive food deliveries and donations and store items in designated areas.
Remove trash and recyclables in accordance with the NYC Department of Sanitation schedule.
Report any damaged, unsafe, or hazardous building conditions to the Corps Officer.
Attend staff meetings and workshops as required.
Receive, store, and prepare donations for weekly Salvation Army truck pickups.
Willingly pick up donations using the Corps van as needed.
Assist the Corps Officer with seasonal programs and maintenance activities, including kettle sign upkeep, Angel Tree program support, and transportation of volunteers or staff.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Corps Officer.