Janitor

OVERVIEW:

This position helps in a variety of ways. It provides and maintains cleanliness, order and readiness to serve the Corps, Administration, Family Services and Gabelcrest buildings. This includes the grounds around each maintaining and improving appearance. Also, to maintain readiness of our Disaster Services Canteen.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure floors and walkways remain clear of all tripping hazards.
• Weekly clean, sweep, mop, and/or vacuum Floors and walkways as necessary.
• Weekly clean, sweep, mop, stock, and sanitize all restrooms.
• Empty trash weekly or as necessary.
• Clean designated building areas both inside and outside.
• Keep the lawn looking good [including watering, seeding and cutting].
• Set up rooms for various meetings and activities.
• Ensure unused areas of the building(s) are locked for safety.
• Monitor janitorial supplies and when low, let Finance and HR coordinator know.
• Transport self to different work locations as necessary.
• Receive daily instruction and priority list from building manager (site dependent).
• Start and warm up the Disaster Services vehicle each month to maintain readiness.
• Report damage and related issues and assist in coordinating repairs.
• Unlock to provide access to trash and recycle bins on appointed days, then relock.
• Be informed of and maintain a printed copy of the MSDS sheets at each building.
• Learn and follow all health, safety regulations, and chemical storage best practices.
• Drive for self-transport, pick-ups, deliveries, and hauling as assigned or needed.
• Other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent (strongly preferred)
• Experience in Janitorial services a plus
• CA Driver's License (required)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must develop foresight to anticipate problems and show initiative to solve same.
• Must have and be willing to build knowledge of cleaning equipment, chemicals and appliances.
• Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have the ability to complete a task, reshelve equipment and make the area presentable.
• Must maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Must proactively communicate with building supervisor and staff to minimize disruptions.

• Ability to read and follow verbal and/or written instructions from a supervisor.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions on the various chemical bottles and MSDS sheets.
• Ability to Learn and use relevant office equipment.
• Have the ability to take initiative (especially with safety related issues).
• Should be able to work as a member of a team.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Relevant janitorial and maintenance equipment and supplies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

ADA Statement:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will:

Any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.