Custodian

Overview

The Salvation Army’s Hyannis Corps., is hiring a Custodian and offers the following benefit package to part-time employees:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

 

Location: 100 North Street, Hyannis, MA

Hours/week: 25 hours per week

Exemption: Non-exempt

Pay Range: $15.30 - $21.00 per hour

* While the full salary range is shown, we expect to hire around $15.30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

 

To perform all duties necessary to ensure that The Salvation Army building, surrounding grounds, and exterior areas are consistently maintained in a clean, neat, orderly, and presentable condition.

 

This job description is not all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential duties of the position.  Other duties, responsibilities and tasks may be assigned.

 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Clean and sanitize all restrooms daily, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, floors, and other fixtures. Replenish soap, paper products, and other necessary supplies as needed.

Clean and maintain the lobby daily, including cleaning windows and glass surfaces, vacuuming carpets, sweeping and mopping floors, and ensuring the area remains neat and presentable.

Sweep, mop, and maintain all hallways daily, ensuring floors and common areas are clean, orderly, and free of debris.

Collect and properly dispose of garbage throughout the building daily. Replace trash bags and ensure all designated waste disposal areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.

Regularly clean and maintain all activity rooms, including the Dining Room. Duties include cleaning windows, windowsills, blinds, and furniture, as well as sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and ensuring rooms are clean and ready for use.

Regularly clean and maintain office spaces, including vacuuming carpets, cleaning windows, windowsills, and blinds, dusting furniture and surfaces, and emptying wastebaskets as needed.

Prepare the Chapel for Sunday worship services by vacuuming floors, dusting furniture and surfaces, cleaning windows, arranging chairs, and ensuring the space is clean, orderly, and welcoming for worship.

Provide direction, guidance, and oversight to volunteer custodians, ensuring assigned cleaning and maintenance tasks are completed properly and in a timely manner.

Replace light bulbs and other basic lighting components, as needed, both inside and outside the building. Report any electrical issues or repairs requiring professional attention.

Maintain the custodian closet and storage areas in a clean, neat, and orderly manner. Ensure cleaning supplies and equipment are properly stored and readily accessible.

Ensure windows are closed and secured, and doors are properly locked in rooms and areas not being used for scheduled programs or activities. Report any security concerns or maintenance issues to the appropriate supervisor.

Arrange and prepare rooms for programs, meetings, worship services, and other activities as requested by the Commanding Officer. Return rooms to their proper arrangement following use, as needed.

Perform other custodial, facility maintenance, and related duties as assigned by the Commanding Officer to support the overall cleanliness, safety, security, and operation of the building.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma

 

Work Experience:

 

 

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of proper cleaning methods, products, equipment, and sanitation practices.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain basic cleaning equipment, including vacuums, floor buffers, and other janitorial tools.
• Ability to identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, and needed repairs.
• Ability to perform minor repairs and general upkeep as needed.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow instructions, established procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and attentive to detail.

 

Physical Requirements:

The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Requirements include:

 

• Sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, climb, twist, and move about the work environment on an occasional to frequent basis.
• Reach, grasp, push, pull, and handle objects such as files, office supplies, equipment, and reference materials, including reaching overhead when necessary.
• Set up, adjust, and operate office equipment and technology commonly used in a professional work environment.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 25 pounds.

 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

 

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.