Custodian

Custodian

Job Locations US-PA-Allentown

Job ID

2026-15298

Category

Service Worker

Compensation Min

USD $15.00/Hr.

Compensation Max

USD $15.00/Hr.

Type

Regular Part-Time

Overview

Position:Custodian

Location:Allentown Corps

Availability of Position:ASAP

Schedule: Part-time Plus, Monday-Friday, Schedule May Vary

Reporting Relationship:Corps Officers; Shelter Director

Salary and Grade:$15.00 per hour; 70 Non-Exempt

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time.

• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)

• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life

• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities

Position Overview: The function of the Custodian is to maintain a clean and safe environment at all times for the program participants and the staff of the Salvation Army's Rich Fleming Hospitality House and Family Shelter.

Description of Position:

• Maintains the janitorial/cleaning functions of the Rich Fleming Hospitality House and Family Shelter located at 344 N. 7th Street. This includes the building and the corresponding grounds.

• During the winter months this includes snow removal from the sidewalks surrounding the building and parking lot area.

• Receives and stores properly deliveries.

• Maintains janitorial supplies inventory.

• Provides assistance with special projects and events.

• Is on call for problems or concerns related to the cleaning, operation and safety of the building.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to carry up to 50 lbs.

• Can operate janitorial equipment.

• Knowleege of Microsoft Office 360 (Word, Outlook, Excel, Powepoint, Publisher)

• Bilingual preferred; Able to read, write, and speak Spanish and English fluently

• Able to work with hand tools and small power tools as needed.

• Able to handle various types of equipment- buffing machine, vacuum, leaf blower, lawn mower, etc.

• Must treat all people with compassion and respect.

• Must be able to work independently.

• Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.

• Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact:Please submit your resume and cover letter with salary requirements as instructed below:

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at .

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com .

No phone calls please

Released by the Divisional Human Resource Department on 5/7/26.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Salvation Army’s 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.

Requisition No. 2616