Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
This position provides assistance with the maintenance of all Crossroads Residential Services buildings exterior, interior and the surrounding grounds. The incumbent will perform a wide range of skilled mechanical preventative maintenance tasks and building repair work; perform general upkeep of the external property; and provide required sanitation and cleaning. The incumbent is part of a team responsible for the provision of a safe and comfortable building environment for all clients and staff.
Maintenance
Completes assigned facility work orders for repairs, maintenance, and preventative tasks in a timely and thorough manner, within the skillset of the incumbent.
Completes regular reviews of the condition of the facility, on a timely basis, in conjunction with the supervisor.
Conducts required readings on heating systems, including logging pertinent data in logbooks, in conjunction with the supervisor, per sche dules .
Resolves minor troubleshooting of building systems.
Completes adjustments and required repairs, as assigned or by following instructions, to The Salvation Army standards and in accordance with maintenance procedures .
- Cleans, maintains, and services equipment and tools; performs maintenance on small engines; ensures proper storage.
Grounds Keeping:
- Ensures the external property is in a safe and clean condition, in all seasons, for pedestrians and vehicles, by removing snow and ice from sidewalks and parking lot s .
Administrative :
- Maintains and keeps organized supplies required for site operation and takes inventory count, as assigned by the supervisor.
Completes daily logs and required records for all maintenance, grounds keeping, and custodial tasks performed each day.
Follows established procedures and documentation for inventory tracking.
Attends meetings as requested by the Supervisor.
Completes, and renews as required, all Salvation Army mandatory training and training required for the position.
May assist in preparing request for purchase order requisitions with all required backup as instructed.
Communicate with vendors and contractors when required in consultation with supervisor
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is sometimes conducted in disagreeable conditions such as noise from equipment and shop tools.
Working in confined spaces and heights (performing overhead maintenance and/or repair work up to 35 feet up), inclement weather and extreme temperatures (heat/cold)
Exposure to toxic chemicals and electrical hazards
Exposure to bodily fluids and dealing with angry people.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army's Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Satisfactory Police Information Check (PIC) with Vulnerable Sector Search
Satisfactory Child Intervention Check
The Salvation Army - Canada and Bermuda Territory Job Description
Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Drivers License and satisfactory Saskatchewan Drivers Abstract
Standard First Aid/Level A or C CPR
WHMIS training
Alternative combination of education and experience might be consi dered .
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
A minimum of one (1) year of related experience in building operations, including heat plant, HVAC and general repairs (i.e., electrical & plumbing)
In addition, approximately six (6) months of experience in custodial duties
Knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology, i.e., Outlook, Word Processing, creating and managing EXCEL spreadsheets.
Skills and Capabilities:
Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army- its mission, culture, and values.
Able to proficiently perform necessary maintenance tasks in all, or some, of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, carpentry.
Can safely and efficiently operate company vehicles and machinery (i.e. grass mowers, snow blower, snow brush, All Terrain Vehicle {Brutus) with various PTO attachments, floor scrubber, extractor, power washer, commercial washer and dryer, snow plow and ride on mower.)
Strength and agility, and able to endure frequent walking, bending, lifting heavy materials (up to 30 lbs.}, as well as ability to stand for extended periods, especially in performing grounds keeping duties (i.e. . , raking leaves, grass cutting, snow shoveling.)
Comfortable climbing on, and working off, ladders at various heights (painting, dusting, changing light bulbs, cleaning eavestrough, pruning trees}, as well as performing various maintenance and cleaning tasks from an elevated platform (30+ feet above ground.)
Able to attend to the worksite outside of regular schedule, including very early hours (4:00 am) in all weather conditions (i.e., clearing snow during heavy snowfalls.)
This is a part-time position
Weekly scheduled hours:20
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $16.60 to $20.76 with a maximum of $24.90.
Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
