Janitor - SoDo

Location: SoDo (1039 6th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134)

Schedule: Saturday – Wednesday, 11:00am – 7:30pm

Pay: $22.77 per hour

Status: Regular Full-Time / Non-Exempt

Applicants must be available for in-person interviews in Seattle, WA.

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

• Perform all phases of building cleaning necessary to create and maintain a safe environment for residents, staff, and others that use the facilities (including but not limited to, garage parking area, alley, walkways, landscaping, building exteriors and interiors).
• Perform daily duties of cleaning and maintaining all restrooms, hallways, and common areas.
• Correctly maintain and use sanitation chemicals.
• When at WBC site – coordinate through the T‑Card system on completing maintenance requests, which include turning over rooms, cleaning lockers and bunks, following bed bug protocol, painting, etc.
• Coordinate with immediate supervisor(s) regarding basic maintenance needs – bulb replacement & disposal, minor paint and drywall repair, light carpentry, etc.
• Set up tables, chairs, and other items in preparation for programs or events being held at the site.
• Maintain inventory and coordinate with supervisor for purchase of janitorial equipment and supplies.
• Perform regular building inspections to assess maintenance needs and coordinate repairs and/or maintenance if appropriate with supervisor(s).
• Perform regular vehicle maintenance by washing and vacuuming vehicles as needed inside and out.
• Monitor and maintain property outside of the building – removal of graffiti, trash, and debris.
• Make sure building meets all safety codes – all exits and stairwells are clear, fire extinguishers functioning, etc. – coordinate with supervisor as needed for necessary equipment or supplies.
• Maintain garbage, food waste, and recycling dumpsters in accordance with the pick‑up schedule.
• Operate all vehicles within safety and compliance protocols for TSA employees.
• Respond to emergency situations that may arise by making independent decisions within policy guidelines, as necessary.
• Institute security procedures if a critical or threatening incident arises. Provide timely and appropriate notification to police, fire, emergency medical and supervisory authorities.
• Work cooperatively with other Salvation Army staff and programs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• One year of experience as a janitor or custodian, required.
• Experience doing janitorial duties in a shelter or shelter‑like environment (such as a hospital or assisted living facility), preferred.
• Experience in customer service, preferred.

The information in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description.

A generous benefits package is included with full‑time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance: Low bi‑weekly premiums for employee‑only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options. An employer‑paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short‑term and long‑term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans: Employer‑funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee‑funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.

• Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non‑exempt positions.
• Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.
• Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.

Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.

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