Overview

　　Location: Waterbury Shelter (Waterbury, CT)

　　Status: Part-time

　　Hours Per Week: 20

　　Schedule: Mon-Fri; 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

　　Scope & Purpose of Position: Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the buildings and surrounding property.

　　Responsibilities

　　Assist with the cleanliness and upkeep of storage areas, thus eliminating fire-hazard conditions.

　　Assure the timely completion of seasonal maintenance (sand & salt walkways, lawn care, trim bushes, and leaf removal).

　　Attend staff meetings/trainings, as required.

　　Attend to specialized cleaning needs (i.e., removing gum, clearing cobwebs, spot cleaning carpets, etc.) to ensure the facility is visually appealing.

　　Clean and sanitize bathrooms, dining area, and common areas on a regular basis.

　　Clean windows as needed.

　　Disinfect furniture and other common touch points daily throughout the building.

　　Empty all garbage and recyclable materials from the building and place them in their proper dumpster container.

　　Establish and maintain a floor maintenance program (carpet cleaning, waxing of floors, etc.).

　　Hang bulletin boards, pictures, etc., as requested by the supervisor.

　　Keep all assigned areas clean and neat, ensuring items are organized and put in their proper places.

　　Keep proper inventory of custodial supplies and inform supervisor(s) when an item is needed.

　　Maintain positive relations with other staff members, suppliers, vendors, and professionals.

　　Maintain vacuum cleaners in operable condition; if repairs are needed, notify the supervisor immediately.

　　Make regular inspections of the property and notify the supervisor of the need for contracted service maintenance.

　　Observe all safety measures throughout the building.

　　Pick up litter outside the building and in the parking lot daily.

　　Prepare sites for special events (set up and take down furniture and equipment).

　　Prioritize work orders.

　　Replenish supplies throughout the facilities (toilet paper, soap, copy paper, lunchroom supplies, etc.).

　　Update work logs.

　　Qualifications

　　High school diploma or equivalent and two years related experience required.

　　Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

　　Ability to relate with persons of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

　　Able to follow written and oral instructions while communicating closely with supervisor(s).

　　Able to follow safe work practices.

　　Able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

　　Able to perform duties independently with minimal need of direct supervision.

　　Able to solve practical problems in a variety of situations.

　　Basic math skills are necessary.

　　Experience supervising preferred.

　　Flexible with duties and assignments and available some evening and weekend hours, as needed.

　　Knowledge of methods used in building maintenance, including basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, painting, groundskeeping, and minor appliance repair.

　　Maintain a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and judgment.

　　Must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license, can drive a 12-passenger van, and pass the required driving test.

　　Must complete KeepSAfe and other training requirements upon hire.

　　Must have working experience with the tools used to maintain and clean building facilities.

　　Organized, great attention to detail, and ability to prioritize.

　　Reflects commitment to building a supportive work environment and maintains a positive attitude at the workplace.

　　Will respect and promote the interest of The Salvation Army. The individual is not required to embrace the tenets of faith, but he/she is required to promote and respect the mission of The Salvation Army.

　　The Salvation Army is pleased to offer a benefit program to part-time employees who work 20 to 29 hours per week, including...

　　Employer-funded pension plan (100% vested after five years of eligible service)

　　Voluntary life insurance

　　Short-term disability coverage (no cost to employee)

　　Supplemental insurance coverage options (Aflac, homeowners, auto, and pet insurance)

　　403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan

　　Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, and sick leave

　　Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

　　Most importantly – a job with a great purpose!

　　Learn more about The Salvation Army's Southern New England Division at https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/

　　An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

　　Job LocationsUS-CT-Waterbury

　　Job ID 2024-12343

　　Category Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

　　Compensation Min USD $15.69/Hr.

　　Compensation Max USD $15.69/Hr.

　　Type Regular Part-Time