Custodian & Bus & Van Driver

The Salvation Army is an international non-profit organization who has a local presence in Washington, DC, and its surrounding communities. National Capital Area Command (NCAC) serves National Capital Region families and individuals in crisis (Washington, DC; Maryland; Northern Virginia). Our vision is to have the Greater Washington, DC area be a place where people of all ages live in safe and sustainable communities, in which differences are respected, and people are empowered to learn, work, and worship in freedom. We are excited to announce we are hiring a Custodian & Van & Bus Driver for the Arlington Corps, located in Arlington, V.A.

Job Summary

Cleans and maintains the buildings and grounds daily to ensure neatness and cleanliness. Drives a Salvation Army vehicle to transport passengers to and from Salvation Army activities or to conduct business on behalf of the Salvation Army.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of acceptable driving techniques and practices. Knowledge of safety precautions associated with transporting passengers. Ability to perform general maintenance and cleaning activities for buildings and grounds. Ability to follow instructions and work independently. Ability to drive a passenger vehicle ensuring the safety of passengers and protection of the vehicle. Ability to read and follow maps. Ability to gauge time needed to arrive at destination.

Employees in this position must meet all DOT requirements for vehicles associated with this position at all times.

Minimum Qualifications Required

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

AND

Six months experience performing general housekeeping/custodial duties; experience operating and maintaining company vehicles preferred.

OR

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Driver’s License and must meet TSA MVR Requirements.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read and communicate the English language. Ability to exert the physical energy required to performing housekeeping and minor maintenance work. Ability to perform continuous walking, stooping, standing, and climbing.

Work is performed in a normal office environment with some exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt and dust, and/or disagreeable sights and odors. Work involves driving a vehicle where there may be physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with long distance trips or heavy traffic.

Additional Information:

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.

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*Application Submittal Period: 5/20/2024 – Until Filled

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.