Custodian; On-Call / Casual

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:

The Custodian maintains the cleanliness of the facility, property and/or grounds in compliance with applicable standards on an on-call/casual basis. The incumbent makes minor repairs and provides access to the facility as required.

Accountabilities:

The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar duties to the listed below:                        

Job Duties

• Ensures the general upkeep of the corps such as cleaning floors, washrooms, windows, dusting, collects and disposes of garbage, vacuums all carpets
• Cleans, moves, arranges and dusts furniture as required
• Ensures the general upkeep of external property such as mowing lawns, keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice, picking up litter, sweeping sidewalks, gardening/watering and pruning shrubs, raking
• Restocks washroom supplies 
• Spot washes accessible walls
• Organizes own work with some flexibility to choose alternative sequence of tasks based on the current circumstances
• Heavy lifting of garbage and recycling
• Performs other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

• Typical working location for this position is in the entire Cascade facility and property designated
• The performance of the job requires mopping/sweeping, bending/twisting/lifting, occasional ladder work and fine motor skills
• The incumbent is required to lift more than 20 pounds and applying over 40 lbs force
• The performance of the job requires moderate to high attention when handling hazardous chemicals, using general cleaning supplies, adhering to safety procedures and regulations and notifying supervisor to order supplies
• Works under the following disagreeable conditions:
  • Handle garbage
  • Isolation and monotony
  • Odors
  • Dealing with angry people
  • Verbal abuse
  • Exposure to toxic chemicals
  • Various weather conditions
  • Washrooms (i.e. human waste)
  • Multi-tasking
• May be exposed to the risk of moderate to severe injury or illnesses due to:
  • Physical attacks by others
  • Exposure to infectious diseases
  • Exposure to toxic chemicals
  • Moving objects
  • Sharp objects (e.g. needle pricking)
  • Electrical Hazards
  • Injury from lifting
  • Falling on wet/slippery floors
  • Repetitive strain injuries (e.g. back, wrist).

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Grade 12 diploma

Experience and Knowledge:

• None

Skills and Capabilities:

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $18.25 to $21.74 with a maximum of $25.23.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.