Custodian

Position: Custodian

Status/Hours: Temporary- PT, 24 hours/week (Monday-Friday)

Supervisor: Corps Officer

General Statement:

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

General Description:

Under the direction of the Corps Officers, the Custodian is responsible for keeping the facilities looking sharp, clean, and well-maintained. When instructed, the Custodian will prepare Transitional Housing unit(s) for the next program participant.

Requirements:

1. Ability to work in line with the mission of The Salvation Army, including a good work attitude and professional deportment
2. Detail-oriented and attention to detail
3. Self-starter
4. Ability to utilize effective time management
5. Neat personal appearance.
6. Demonstrated working knowledge of general cleaning duties.
7. Demonstrated painting skills and ability to paint.
8. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
9. Adherence to the Employee Code of Ethics and the Employee Manual.
10. Ability to represent The Salvation Army well by giving information to visitors and to tactfully tell clients that we are not able to take their donated items.
11. Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements and guidelines, including the ability to pass a TSA background check
12. Must have a valid Montana State Driver's license and ability to pass TSA MVR check and in-house driving test

Specific Duties:

1. Keep the building clean, attractive, and well-maintained inside and out.
2. Maintain attractive grounds performing basic functions such as cutting grass, weed eating, shoveling snow, etc.
3. Clean and sanitize restrooms.
4. Per the detailed daily list (attached) and as the need is observed: clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, and vacuum floors; empty waste baskets and trash containers; replace light bulbs as needed, and refill restroom dispensers.
5. Maintain the lawn mower, weed eater, vacuum cleaner, and other equipment, and ensure they are in good working order.
6. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
7. Unload Gift In Kind donations as needed.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly.
2. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent of continuous basis
3. Ability to do physical labor, including use of garden tools, cleaning equipment, and utilizing cleaners and detergents.
4. Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects and equipment such as lawn mowers, snow blowers, brooms and mops, and use paint brushes and rollers for long periods.
5. Ability to move furniture and transport heavy objects from donations.
6. Ability to move furniture when mopping and vacuuming.
7. Ability to understand written information

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers and layoffs or termination.

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

The Salvation Army Mission Statement

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 based on the love of Christ. Its mission is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to meet human needs in his name without discrimination.