Dial-A-Ride Driver/Janitor @ Southland Job at Salvation Army Central Territory i

Job Posting

Job Objective: Transport clients to appointments in a timely, kind and courteous manner and assist with food programs. Perform janitorial functions.

Essential Functions:

Dial-A-Ride Driver

Schedule and transport clients to their appointments promptly

Complete and maintain individual client records

Collect fees and turn in daily to corps officer office

Cleanliness and maintenance of van. Report van needs/repairs to corps officer

Answer cell phone and return calls as needed

Complete daily schedule form, including mileage and turn in daily

Record and complete monthly Salvation Army program statistics

Complete and maintain Dial-A-Ride vehicle maintenance log, daily vehicle checklist and other records as required

File reports and paperwork

Issue client fee receipts as needed

Handle emergencies as they arise

Operate Salvation Army vehicles for pick up/delivery and the transport of persons

Pick up food at Harvesters

Assist with monthly commodity distribution

Collect and deliver weekly food donations

Transport bell ringers to kettle sites during Christmas

Janitor

Sweep, mop, scrub and vacuum hallways, stairs, restrooms, classrooms and office space kitchen and dining area

Empty trash

Use basic hand tools to perform minor painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical and other related maintenance activities

Inspect and notify management concerning needs for major repairs, safety or security issues

Advise direct supervisor of janitorial and building supply needs

Provide routine outside maintenance. Assist with cleaning snow and debris from sidewalks. Follow schedule for cleaning windows, furniture, floor polishing, etc.

Set up furniture for meetings as required

General

May direct work activities of volunteers or community service personnel

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent

Experience: Transportation and custodial experience; working with senior citizens and disabled individuals

Certifications/Licenses: Class E driver's license or above

Skills/Abilities:

Detail oriented

Ability to organize and carry out work plan with minimum supervision

Good communication and time management skills

Sound judgment, problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Ability to handle multiple demands and priorities.

Must possess strong interpersonal skills

Ability to use office equipment including telephone, personal computer and copier

Must be supportive of The Salvation Army mission

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Physical Requirements: Include speaking, hearing and vision; manual dexterity; standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, climbing; lifting, pulling and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel: None

Driving: Yes. Must possess a valid class E driver's license (or above) from the state of residence. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a vehicle, facility or outdoors

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission: 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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. 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.