Overview

Location: Danbury’s The Right Place (Danbury, CT)

Status: Non-exempt, Part-time

Hours Per Week: 15

Schedule: Mon – Fri, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Scope & Purpose of Position: Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the buildings and surrounding property. Provide equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings and other activities. Complete driving duties as requested by supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of volunteer & community service projects with regard to property projects.
• Assist with incoming and outgoing mail deliveries.
• Assist with local and state inspections of the facility.
• Assist with the cleanliness and upkeep of storage areas, thus eliminating any fire hazardous conditions.
• Assure the timely completion of seasonal maintenance (snow removal, 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 windows as needed.
• Complete minor repairs to the property.
• 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.
• Ensure fire extinguishers are appropriately placed and inspected, as required by code.
• 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 and if repairs are needed notify the supervisor immediately.
• Make regular inspections of the property and notify the supervisor of a need for contracted service maintenance.
• Monitor the building’s HVAC system.
• Monitor the lighting inside and outside the building; replace light bulbs as needed.
• Observe all safety measures throughout the building.
• Obtain a thorough knowledge of all emergency cut-offs (water, gas, electrical, clean-out traps, fire extinguishers, and fire hydrants).
• Pick up litter around the outside of the building and in the parking lot on a daily basis.
• Prepare sites for special events/trainings (set up and take down furniture and equipment).
• Prioritize work orders.
• Repair all broken furnishings and sand and paint furniture as requested.
• 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 for 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 all manners of 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 and ability to drive a 12-passenger van, and pass the required driving test.
• Must have working experience with the tools used in the maintenance and cleaning of building facilities.
• Organized, high 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 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.

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.