Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 05.21.2023

Hourly Wage: $21.00 - $23.00 DOE (Pending Grant Approval)

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Department: Sunderland Safe Park Village

Position Title: Site Custodian (Cleaner/Janitor)

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 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.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to: Site Custodian (Cleaner/Janitor)

To apply in person go to 30 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97204. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Justin Moshkowski at justin.moshkowski@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 731-3916. Mr. Moshkowski is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

COVID-19

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.

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Education and Work Experience:

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated skill in general maintenance and property upkeep.
• Strong Human relations skills; trauma-informed care.

Scope of Position:

The Site Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe facility and grounds at all times. Responsibilities include custodial and general maintenance and will maintain a clean and sanitary dining room and restrooms managing assigned volunteers as directed.

Assists with meal distribution as needed and or directed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong focus on cleaning and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize, maintain schedule, be self-motivated, and can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Detail Oriented.
• Team player
• Customer service mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Licenses and Certifications required:

• Driver License.
• Ability to obtain a food handlers permit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of all private and public areas.
• Responsible for all dusting, sweeping, mopping, waxing floors, cleaning windows, vacuuming, emptying trash, clean and sanitize restrooms – according to established printed schedule.
• Keep all custodial areas and storage neat and clean.
• Dispose of Waste and Trash on site.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance procedures on assigned areas and equipment such as restrooms, public areas, trash containment area and any public or work area.
• Maintain whole site appearance of the facility ensuring an attractive, safe, and functional facility for all guests, visitors and employees.
• Adhere to, and if necessary, adjust daily custodial schedule internally and externally to accomplish all tasks in communal spaces.
• Ensure all chemicals and supplies are appropriately stored and secured from theft.
• Maintain supply inventory and order replacement supplies as necessary.
• Be attentive to safety and security concerns by regularly checking entry points and locking as appropriate.
• Report suspicious persons or activity to supervisor immediately.
• Other Duties as assigned by the Site manager.

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
• Grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinets drawers, and reach overhead.
• Operate telephone.
• Operate a desktop or laptop computer.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Program Safe Rest RV Parking with communal Spaces.

MISCELLANEOUS:

The Salvation Army does have a dress code that includes professional dress which is appropriate to the work environment and reflects well on the organization.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Supervisor: Site Manager

Experience

Required

• Demonstrated skill in general maintenance and property upkeep. Strong Human relations skills; trauma-informed care.

Education

Required

• High School or Equivalent or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Food Handler's Card
• Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)