Custodian - #448068

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

Accountabilities:

• Ensure that Bayside Mission Centre is kept in a high standard of cleanliness.
• Clean the building in a systematic and thorough manner including floors, walls, window, appliances, fixtures, washrooms, dorm rooms, transitional rooms, dining room, storage rooms, laundry rooms, program area, offices, hallways, entranceways.
• Ensure that dormitory units are thoroughly cleaned on a daily basis. This will include but not limited to:
• move all furniture, sweep and mop/vacuum all floors
• disinfect beds, mattresses and window sills weekly
• inspect all beds for possible infestations as per policies and procedures
• sweep/vacuum and mop daily all hallways and foyers
• replenish all paper products and hygiene products as necessary
• keep all stairwells clean and clear of storage items
• keep all walls clean of marks and streaks
• keep all doors clean and tidy
• clean and maintain all washroom stalls, floors, sinks, toilets, showers and walls
• Ensure that transition units are thoroughly cleaned upon discharge of clients. This will include but not limited to:
• move all furniture, sweep and mop/vacuum all floors
• disinfect beds, mattresses and window sills
• thorough clean washroom
• Ensure all office spaces are thoroughly on a daily basis. This will include but not limited to:
• Remove all garbage and recycling to appropriate bins
• Sweep and mop all floors
• Clean all glass surfaces with glass cleaners
• Spot check walls and clean
• Follow through with proper Fire Procedures, Health and Safety, and Security Procedures according to policy.
• Keep supplies in stock and organized in designated supply/storage area.
• Collect and remove garbage in the proper procedure
• Spot wash accessible walls
• Report any safety issues, deficiencies and concerns to the Maintenance Worker, including but not limited to bedbugs, hazards, malfunctioning fixtures, equipment, etc.
• Maintain a clear and safe work environment. Comply with safety procedures including use of required safety equipment and identify unsafe practices or conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  

Internal

Governance Boards and Councils:

• Management Team
• Bayside Mission Staff
• Clients
• Volunteers
  
  

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY

• Business Services Manager
• Reports directly to: Maintenance Supervisor
  
  

Financial And Materials Management

• Responsible for the wise use of his/her own resources.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work environment is typically in the entire facility and property designated.
• High amount of standing, walking, physical intervention and use of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Work with industrial grade chemicals
• Working with homeless people.
  
  

The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.

Education, Qualifications And Certifications

• Minimum of Grade 12 education.
• Completion of Non-Violence Crisis Intervention Training or willingness to obtain.
• Current First Aid and CPR or willingness to obtain.
• Current WHMIS certificate or willingness to obtain.
  
  

Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Prior related experience, including previous experience and familiarity with cleaning and sanitizing supplies, cleaning equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of building maintenance procedures.
  
  

Skills And Capabilities (examples Provided Below)

• Ability to lift more than 20 pounds.
• Ability to work as a team member with other staff, volunteers and clients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, ability to follow detailed instructions
• Possess a positive attitude and works well with other team members.
• To maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to clientele and staff of The Salvation Army.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.
  
  

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.20 to $18.76 with a maximum of $22.51.

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.