Janitor – Casual – Thunder Bay JTL

The Janitor is responsible for performing janitorial duties which ensure The Salvation Army Thunder Bay C.A.R.S. is maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner in compliance with applicable standards.

Accountabilities:

• Maintain the general upkeep of both internal facility and external property
• Clean floors, washrooms, windows, dusting, collecting and disposing of garbage and sweeping
• Spot washes accessible walls, strips, waxes and buffs floors, shampoos carpets.
•  mowing lawns, keeping sidewalks clear of snow and ice, cleaning main floor outside windows, picking up litter, sweeping sidewalks, gardening/watering and pruning shrubs, raking.
• Check doors and windows to ensure building security as required during each shift.
• work in compliance of the OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by the Salvation Army’s health and Safety policies and procedures
• Report safety concerns and repair issues to supervisor/management immediately upon discovery
• Request janitorial supplies to be purchased as needed and restock supplies
• On the midnight shift and weekend day shift, cover the Front Desk Attendant for their ½-hour meal break and for security checks.
• Perform other position related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position is considered casual/relief with no guaranteed hours
• Some weekend and evening work may be required
• Work may be physically demanding
• Required to wear a name tag supplied by employer

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience including life skills, and general familiarity with cleaning and maintenance procedures and equipment
• Self-directed with strong organizational/time management skills
• Self-motivated and disciplined, able to work with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Have current First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds as required.
• Must adhere to safety procedures and regulations.
• Immunization for Hepatitis B & Tuberculosis Testing
• Pleasant and courteous disposition; the ability to work well with other people.
• Provide a current original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion.  The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment.
• Participate in Health & Safety Training as well as other professional development and training

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:             

• Ability to comply with instructions, both verbal and written, work co-operatively with others, and complete all assigned tasks to a satisfactory level.
• Must be able to handle the physical demands of the position, which include moving, lifting, bending, standing or walking and pushing, pulling or carrying heavy objects
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and tools, mopping/sweeping, bending/twisting/lifting

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.  If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application