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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 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 is unionized and as such all UFCW 175 members will be considered first before other internal and external applicants.

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Cleaning Responsibilities

Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the facility by performing daily cleaning tasks.

Working with a daily checklist for cleaning sanitizing and updating as the work is completed

Clean and sanitize the building in a systematic and thorough manner including floors walls windows appliances fixtures washrooms dorm rooms transitional rooms kitchen / dining room lounge offices hallways entranceways furniture etc.

Using a daily checklist for cleaning areas- washrooms; Drop-in and other areas as per checklist

Sanitizing the facility when there are outbreaks follow breakout policies and procedure

Assist in training new housekeeping staff and providing ongoing support and guidance.

Following protocols set out by YHSS TSA and by Public Health

Restock inventory supplies for cleaners linens towels providing the ordering information for supplies -weekly

Verify and check weekly the expiry dates of all products and usage.

Ensure all chemicals are setup in MSDC- Materials Safety Data Sheets and they are located with access for all.

Ensure Health and Safety compliance for use of chemicals and preventive measures for injuries.

Removal of all garbage / recycling onsite to the dumpsters per shift

Client rooms all garbage / recycling should be removed every other shift.

Carry out seasonally appropriate responsibilities (i.e. snow shoveling salting or sanding of steps doorways or walkways in the winter)

Carry out all responsibilities in a professional manner and be always a positive role model for the residents.

Adhere to standards that are consistent with the mission of The Salvation Army

Administrative

Update the Dietary and Environmental Services Coordinator on maintenance issues

Post cleaning checklist through the common areas and file the completed ones in the cleaning binder.

Signoff sheet for turnovers to be updated and completed daily.

Prepare inventory order sheet to be approved by Dietary and Environmental Services Coordinator prior to placing the orders.

Perform other duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

84 hours biweekly hours

Lifting bending standing for long periods of time

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS :

Completion of Grade 12

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE :

Preference to cleaning experience with residential / facility environment

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES :

Practical cleaning skills

Attention to detail Understanding of how to handle cleaning products safely including harsh chemicals Numeracy skills to measure cleaning fluids Ability to operate cleaning tools such as steam cleaners and floor buffers

Ability to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion (i.e. The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check with vulnerable sector screening.

Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

Assist in organizing and inventorying cleaning supplies and equipment.

Identify and report any repairs or maintenance needs to the Dietary and Environmental Services Coordinator.

Assist in setting up and breaking down rooms for events and meetings.

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and policies.

Respond promptly and courteously to any inquiries or requests from guests or staff.

Compensation :

The target hiring range for this position is $18.41 to $18.41 with a maximum of $18.41.

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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

Key Skills

Time Management,Customer Service,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Hospitality Experience,Environmental Services,Laundry,Residential Cleaning,Cleaning Experience,Sanitation,Custodial Experience,Commercial Cleaning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1