THE SALVATION ARMY
NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION
CHICAGO TEMPLE CORPS
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Custodian/Driver
LOCATION/DEPT: Chicago Temple Corps
REPORTS TO: Corps Officers
FLSA CATEGORY: Non-Exempt
STATUS TYPE: RPT
PAY GRADE: 402
PAY RANGE: $17.00 – $20.40
OUTCOMES
Coordination is given to onsite rentals and cleanliness of the Corps. This position is important as this allows a consistent source of revenue to be maintained for the Corps.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance
- Complete cleaning tasks on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis.
- Maintain cleanliness of bathrooms, including regular cleaning and restocking of soap and paper products.
- Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors regularly.
- Clean windows and mirrors on a scheduled basis.
- Empty trash and recycling containers throughout the building.
- Consistently uphold the overall cleanliness and appearance of the Corps facility by following this schedule.
- Will maintain janitorial supplies and equipment.
Rentals
- Assist in the coordination of facility rentals schedules.
- Assists with monitoring rental of Corps facilities before, during, and after an event (to include nights and weekends).
- Including opening and/or closing the Corps.
- Serve as an on-site person for Corps rental (weddings, basketball, funerals, and other special events).
- Will ensure rental space is clean (basic cleaning), safe and ready to use.
- Notes significant problems related to rentals or Corps property, if any, to supervisor and Corps Officers.
Driving Duties
- Drive the Corps van to include:
- pick up of EDS/DHQ goods.
- pick up of program participants.
- pick up of toys from sponsoring companies.
- drop off and pick up kettle workers.
- Keeping vehicles fueled up.
- Ensure all Corps vehicles receive regular scheduled maintenance and recommended service checks.
- Ensure vehicles remain safe, reliable, and in compliance with organizational policies.
- Report any issues or problems with the vehicles to the Corps Officers.
Other duties
- All other duties as assigned.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Under general supervision of the Corps Officers and will interact with other Salvation Army staff members, vendors, donors, volunteers, and individuals whom we serve.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved. Timeliness and accuracy of accomplishing assigned goals will be reviewed. An evaluation of how effective service is provided.
A 30, 60, and 90-day performance review will be conducted.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- A High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- Knowledge of general cleaning and products.
- Valid Driver’s license/MVR clearance.
COMPETENCIES
- Willing to promote the mission of The Salvation Army.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
- Uses diplomacy and good judgment.
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-starter.
- An attention to detail, procedures, processes, and policies.
- A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
- An ability to work with confidential material.
- An ability to manage projects, priorities, and programs in a constantly changing environment.
- A communication and management style that exhibits the principles and values of the Army as well as fosters team relationships and effectively communicates information.
POSITION LIMITATIONS
- This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or approved.
- This individual will keep the Corps Officers informed on all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
- This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position is required to do moderate physical work.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 and occasionally 100 pounds.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
- The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that fosters and maintains positive relationships with co-workers and supervisors. This would include but not be limited to such actions: resolution of conflicts in a positive manner; courteous treatment of staff, clients, and visitors; respect for others’ property and person; professional and appropriate communication to and about co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates. Support the Mission of The Salvation Army by treating every donor, contact, and colleague with respect and dignity, and without discrimination of any kind.
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.
Qualifications
DOING THE MOST GOOD
Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? The Salvation Army is the fourth largest charity in the United States and is an international organization based on Biblical principles created to help people in need. We are mission-driven, diverse, collaborative, and focused on positive results for people. Join us in making a difference.
The Salvation Army offers a competitive benefit package for eligible employees which may include the following medical, dental, vision, hearing, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement accounts, a company-funded defined contribution (pension) plan and generous time off policies.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources department.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
