What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Technician position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and utensils
- Sweep and mop kitchen and Volunteer areas.
- Operate, maintain and dismantle dish machine and ensure that the proper amounts of chemicals are being utilized and proper temperatures being maintained at all times
- Must wash and sanitize all glassware, plates, meal trays, pots, inserts, utensils, service ware, etc. and restock in proper places
- Must maintain all floors, walls, freezers, walk-ins and kitchen equipment, keeping them dry and free of debris
- Responsible for removal and disposal of trash and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of garbage cans
- Assist with food preparation
- Serve meals to clients in a professional and polite manner when needed.
- Identify, stock, store and rotate food properly using FIFO system
- Maintain work areas in a clean, sanitary, and well organized manner
- Must be able to comprehend and execute operating, safety and cleaning instructions of all kitchen equipment
- Behave and communicate in a professional manner with supervisors, co-workers, staff, volunteers, and clients
Qualifications:
- TB test and police clearance required
- Must be literate (as mixing of chemicals, universal precautions etc., dictate)
- Must have understanding and can explain process of proper floor care
- Must be a team player, willing to take pride in their work and use initiative
- Must get along well with others, and be able to maintain a professional manner with clients
Education/Experience:
- Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of one (1) year of housekeeping experience preferred
Computer Skills:
- Basic computer skills
Reasoning Ability:
- Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements.
- Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures
- Working knowledge of HIPAA
- Certificates and Licenses:
- None required
- Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, mop, kneel, and stand for long periods of time.
- Frequent solo and group lifting and moving of furniture, office and hospital equipment.
- Work Environment:
- Adapt to rapid temperature changes and work in temperature extremes, both hot and cold.
- Exposure to cleaning chemical fumes, dust, airborne eye, ear, nose, and throat irritants.
- Exposure to blood born pathogens and biohazards
- Ability to work in confined areas
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. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.
