Temporary Maintenance & Custodial Technician

Temporary Maintenance & Custodial Technician

The Maintenance & Custodial Technician is responsible for keeping assigned areas of congregate or non-congregate living spaces in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition. These spaces serve neighbors who were without housing and are utilizing temporary housing services. Priorities of this position include turning over rooms or spaces upon exit of guests, daily cleaning and sanitizing of common areas, laundry and complying with all health and safety standards and policies. Weekend or evening hours may be required.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist in cleaning the assigned facility (inside and outside in a clean and sanitary condition, including but not limited to : replenishing bathroom and sanitation supplies, sanitizing areas such as bathrooms and general surfaces, vacuum / mop / sweep floors, emptying trash, and other areas of concern : daily or as assigned by the Manager.
• Conduct guest unit / bed assignment check as assigned to identify maintenance / safety issues.
• Quickly prepare vacant units for occupancy.
• Perform general building upkeep, maintenance and repairs, including but not limited to : changing light bulbs, clean air filters (3 months), check fire extinguishers, individual room and large space maintenance, painting, minor plumbing, repair wall damage, smoke detector (as assigned), emergency exit checks and general checks for potential maintenance issues.
• Assist in maintaining and requesting supplies and equipment necessary for the cleaning of the facility.
• Rake, sweep, shovel, remove snow / ice, and hose / pressure wash to clean front entry and surrounding areas, as circumstances warrant.
• Ensure timely and effective litter and trash removal from all assigned areas, daily.
• Wash interior / exterior windows on the ground floor and all other interiors as often as necessary to keep the premises in presentable condition.
• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests, follow all health and safety regulations, report hazards.
• Assist with special event-set up.
• Operate industrial laundry equipment and fold linens, as assigned.
• Inform supervisor of any building and / or equipment repairs needed.
• Assist in providing both inside and outside security and safety of the building and its occupants.
• Document completion of all tasks and known facility related maintenance / custodial requests.
• Maintain ongoing professional relationship with guests and staff.
• Complete all required training, as assigned.
• Performs other duties as required.

This description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities as well as other tasks not stated in this position description.

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Physical Requirements :

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities