Maintenance Custodian

Pillar Nonprofit Network; London; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization seeks a Facilities Maintenance Worker to support the London Public Library by managing building maintenance tasks, performing repairs, and ensuring effective facility operations. Candidates should possess relevant technical skills, excellent customer service capabilities, and a Grade 12 education. The position is on-site, with opportunities for varied responsibilities across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in building maintenance.
• Current and valid Ontario G Driver’s License required.
• Ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance work and minor repairs on buildings.
• Supports shipping and receiving functions.
• Drives library vehicles as required.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Technical Skills

Independence

Education

Completion of Grade 12 secondary school program

Job description

Contributes to the accomplishment of Library goals and objectives for the provision of library service to the public. Enables staff to carry out the mission of London Public Library in providing public library services through well-functioning, energy efficient and safe buildings, property and equipment. Reporting to the Supervisor, Facility Services, performs maintenance and repair work, sets up rooms, performs grounds keeping and cleaning functions

Accountabilities

1. Custodial

• Under the direction of the Supervisor, Facility Services, ensures maximum utilization and security of all facilities, property and related equipment, system-wide.
• Performs maintenance work and minor repairs on building, plumbing and electrical systems, equipment and furniture, such as painting walls, replacing filters, etc.
• Supports the implementation of the energy management program by performing related tasks as directed.
• Assesses emergencies, attempts to resolve problems; refers complex problems to the Supervisor, Facility Services.
• Sets up / takes down rooms with tables, chairs, equipment, etc. for meetings and events.
• Supports the work of the shipping / receiving function by packing materials for outgoing shipment of materials, unpacking incoming materials and arranging for distribution.
• Performs grounds keeping functions such as snow shoveling, lawn and hedge trimming, etc. system-wide
• Cleans buildings, including refuse / recycling collection, replenishing supplies as needed.

2. Facilities Department Support

• Performs work of Delivery Driver, as required.
• Drives Library vehicles as required.
• Maintains good relations and effective communication with staff and the public.
• Works at multiple locations on a system-wide basis.
• Works scheduled standby hours, including days, nights, holidays and weekends to resolve technical problems.
• Responds to emergency calls as required, during and outside regular hours.
• Performs work in compliance with all applicable legislation, codes and Library policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties and undertakes special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 secondary school program, with specialization in courses providing relevant technical skills for the maintenance and repair of facilities and related systems and equipment.
• Previous experience in building maintenance.
• The ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to listen and find solutions to customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in an automated environment.
• Current and valid Ontario G Driver’s License.

This position works 100% on site to be able to support the needs of the London Public Library.

Band 2: $21.285 – $27.193 per hour

Candidates are requested to submit a detailed resume outlining experience and qualifications by: June 15, 2025 to: [e-mail]

The London Public Library will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes upon request consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA regulations.

Applicants for employment, who have been provided with a conditional offer of employment will be asked to provide, at his or her own expense, a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Police Information Check, as applicable.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

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