Relief Custodian

WORKING CONDITIONS

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• Completion of High School or Equivalent
• Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• At least three months of prior related experience, including life skills and general familiarity with cleaning and maintenance procedures

Skills and Capabilities

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army - its mission, culture, and values
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment and tools, mopping/sweeping, bending/twisting/lifting, occasional ladder work and fine motor skills
• Ability to use cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning compounds
• Moderate to high attention when using motorized equipment, handling hazardous chemicals, and using non-motorized/general cleaning equipment
• Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures
• Background in handling, mixing and safely using cleaning chemicals
• A strong sense of initiative and responsibility in working alone
• General knowledge of workplace safety practices, policies, and procedures (e.g., equipment safety, hazard communication, personal protective equipment use) to ensure performance of safe work practices.
• Required to lift more than 20 lbs

Compensation

• 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.