• Janitor/Custodian (Brooklyn Sunset Park Corps)

    The Salvation Army (Brooklyn, NY)


    Overview

     

    + Schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, 10:30 am-6:30 pm when after school program and Summer Camp are in session. 9am-5pm when programs are not in session.

    Responsibilities

    + Sweep, and mop all floors as needed.

    + Vacuum daily and shampoo carpets as needed.

    + Wash, dust and polish furniture and woodwork

    + Clean restrooms, windows, blinds, and light fixtures as needed.

    + Wash and paint walls when needed.

    + Clean, disinfect and sanitize tables, doorknobs, light switches daily.

    + Inventory and replenish janitorial supplies.

    + Responsible for exterior maintenance of Corps properties to include. Removal of leaves and trash, as well as removal of snow and ice from sidewalks, walkways, steps and driveway.

    + Assist with program activities: set up tables, chairs and other equipment for ongoing activities and special events.

    + Receive food deliveries and donations and store in assigned areas.

    + Take trash and recyclables out as per NYC Dept of Sanitation schedule.

    + Inform the Corps Officer of damaged or unsafe conditions in the building.

    + Attend staff meetings and workshops as needed.

    + Receive and store donations and prepare for The Salvation Army truck pick up weekly.

    + Willingness to pick up donations in Corps van.

    + Assist Corps Officer with seasonal maintenance and activities (ie: kettle sign upkeep, driving volunteers/staff to assigned areas, Angel Tree program).

    + Carry out other duties as assigned by Corps Officer

    Qualifications

    + Candidate must have a High School diploma or GED.

    + Valid NYS driver’s license.

    + Handyman/Tradesman skills preferred.

    + Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment and able to learn acceptable cleaning methods.

    + Must be able to operate manual/power tools in a safe manner.

    + Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Spanish speaker a plus.

    + Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.

    + Physically able to do rigorous manual labor, including lifting up to 50lbs.

    + Flexibility in schedule and lunch period (especially October through December).

     

    Job LocationsUS-NY-Brooklyn

     

    Job ID 2024-12290

     

    Category Janitorial

     

    Compensation Salary is $18.00/HR

     

    Type Regular Full-Time