Job Description

Mission Statement

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 Maintenance/Driver position is responsible for picking up donations for the Stillman Sawyer Family Services Center, and the maintenance of SSFSC and Torrance Corps buildings and vehicles.

Essential Functions

• Transport donated goods and program supplies for Stillman Sawyer Family Services Center.
• Perform basic cleaning at SSFSC including offices, restrooms, classrooms, including but not limited to dusting, vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing, window cleaning and garbage removal.
• Responsible for the cleaning and maintaining of the outside grounds and parking area including but not limited to garbage removal and power washing.
• Responsible for maintaining the condition of the property by completing repairs or notifying the Corps Officer of needed repairs.
• Attend staff meetings as requested by supervisors and participate in required trainings including but not limited to The Salvation Army Protect the Mission training.
• Assist with the set up of tables and chairs for events.
• Assist with the proper maintenance and care of corps vehicles by maintaining vehicle maintenance logs and the scheduling of due services with approved Torrance Corps vendors.
• Assist with other transportation needs for Corps Christmas programs including but not limited to food drives and toy pickups.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of the Salvation Army structure is helpful.
• Ability to work independently
• Possess a valid California driver’s license with a clear MVR and be able to successfully complete The Salvation Army fleet safety training.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Driving Test and clean MVR check.
• If working in vicinity of children a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
• General knowledge of building maintenance and cleaning.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to read, understand and speak English and explain manufacturers’ warnings, labels, instructions, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)