About the role
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 role is responsible for performing janitorial duties and ensuring The Salvation Army Labrador West Ministries and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner in compliance with applicable standards.
Accountabilities:
The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar duties to the listed below:
- General duties
- Responsible for any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain defined work areas.
- Ensure the weekly upkeep of the facilities i.e., empty all garbage receptacles, put garbage out for designated garbage day and return recycling and composite bins when emptied.
- Vacuum all carpeted areas, sweep all tiled areas, wash floors and baseboards in tiled areas, clean all glass areas; windows and ledges etc. using a ladder where/when needed, dust all offices and furnishings.
- Wipe down all tables, chairs, and door handles, checks, cleans, moves, arranges, and dusts furniture as required.
- If applicable, ensure kitchen cleanliness, clean and polish sinks, toilets and counter tops, mirrors, and fixtures; clean washrooms (toilets, sinks, floors), restock washrooms and hand sanitizers, and distribute received material as required.
- Identify/report to supervisor any repairs that may require an external service provider.
- Check doors and windows to ensure building security.
- Perform minor repairs such as electrical (change light bulbs) and plumbing (unblocking toilets, troubleshooting flushing issues), wall parch-painting, light furniture fixing (tighten screws) reports safety concerns and major repair issues to supervisor.
- Spot wash accessible walls, strip and wax floors, spot cleaning, and shampoo carpets as required.
- Ensure the general upkeep of external property, keeping sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice, including salting, litter pick up and up-keep of storage shed.
- Salting and clearing of snow to the front sidewalks and 3 entrances.
- Lawn care at the Ministry unit.
Health and Safety
- Monitor and maintain mixed cleaner bottles for custodial use. Ensure that all bottles contain WHMIS compliant labeling.
- Keep food bank area clean and safe by adhering to all health and safety standards recommended by Public Health etc.
- Contribute to the overall safety of staff, volunteers, donors, clients, and guests (e.g., clear fire exits, cleans spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the buildings)
- Use personal prescribed safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer.
- Report any workplace hazards, dangers, safety issues, injuries, or illness’ immediately and ensure care is taken with all equipment and property.
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Governance Boards and Councils:
Internal: Corps team
External: Potential contact of outside vendors
MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- Reports directly to: Corps Officer
- Direct reports: none
FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
- Responsible for maintaining cleaning supply inventory
Working Conditions:
- Working environment is typically in the corps building in generally agreeable conditions and some outdoor duties.
- Days and Hours of work: 15-20 hours per week, mainly weekdays.
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:
- High School Diploma
- Related maintenance Education/ Certificates would be an asset
Experience and Knowledge:
- Minimum 6 months custodial and/or maintenance work experience
Skills and Capabilities:
- Dependable
- Excellent communication skills
- Friendly disposition
- Capable of lifting to 50lbs
- Valid Newfoundland driver’s license (Class 5)
- Clean Driver’s Abstract
- Valid Criminal record check with vulnerable sector
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $16.00 to $19.62 with a maximum of $23.54.
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
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
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.
About the role
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 role is responsible for performing janitorial duties and ensuring The Salvation Army Labrador West Ministries and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner in compliance with applicable standards.
Accountabilities:
The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar duties to the listed below:
- General duties
- Responsible for any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain defined work areas.
- Ensure the weekly upkeep of the facilities i.e., empty all garbage receptacles, put garbage out for designated garbage day and return recycling and composite bins when emptied.
- Vacuum all carpeted areas, sweep all tiled areas, wash floors and baseboards in tiled areas, clean all glass areas; windows and ledges etc. using a ladder where/when needed, dust all offices and furnishings.
- Wipe down all tables, chairs, and door handles, checks, cleans, moves, arranges, and dusts furniture as required.
- If applicable, ensure kitchen cleanliness, clean and polish sinks, toilets and counter tops, mirrors, and fixtures; clean washrooms (toilets, sinks, floors), restock washrooms and hand sanitizers, and distribute received material as required.
- Identify/report to supervisor any repairs that may require an external service provider.
- Check doors and windows to ensure building security.
- Perform minor repairs such as electrical (change light bulbs) and plumbing (unblocking toilets, troubleshooting flushing issues), wall parch-painting, light furniture fixing (tighten screws) reports safety concerns and major repair issues to supervisor.
- Spot wash accessible walls, strip and wax floors, spot cleaning, and shampoo carpets as required.
- Ensure the general upkeep of external property, keeping sidewalks and entrances clear of snow and ice, including salting, litter pick up and up-keep of storage shed.
- Salting and clearing of snow to the front sidewalks and 3 entrances.
- Lawn care at the Ministry unit.
Health and Safety
- Monitor and maintain mixed cleaner bottles for custodial use. Ensure that all bottles contain WHMIS compliant labeling.
- Keep food bank area clean and safe by adhering to all health and safety standards recommended by Public Health etc.
- Contribute to the overall safety of staff, volunteers, donors, clients, and guests (e.g., clear fire exits, cleans spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the buildings)
- Use personal prescribed safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer.
- Report any workplace hazards, dangers, safety issues, injuries, or illness’ immediately and ensure care is taken with all equipment and property.
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Governance Boards and Councils:
Internal: Corps team
External: Potential contact of outside vendors
MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- Reports directly to: Corps Officer
- Direct reports: none
FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
- Responsible for maintaining cleaning supply inventory
Working Conditions:
- Working environment is typically in the corps building in generally agreeable conditions and some outdoor duties.
- Days and Hours of work: 15-20 hours per week, mainly weekdays.
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:
- High School Diploma
- Related maintenance Education/ Certificates would be an asset
Experience and Knowledge:
- Minimum 6 months custodial and/or maintenance work experience
Skills and Capabilities:
- Dependable
- Excellent communication skills
- Friendly disposition
- Capable of lifting to 50lbs
- Valid Newfoundland driver’s license (Class 5)
- Clean Driver’s Abstract
- Valid Criminal record check with vulnerable sector
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $16.00 to $19.62 with a maximum of $23.54.
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
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
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.