Custodial Worker (Cornwall Public Library)

RCLS; Town of Cornwall (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornwall Public Library is seeking a part-time Custodial Worker to perform cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs under supervision. Responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, window washing, dusting, bathroom upkeep, and basic repairs to furniture and fixtures.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in maintaining a clean, safe facility. Compensation ranges from $20.40 to $26.93 per hour, DOQ, with part-time work and standard library operations.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment.
• Familiarity with heating/cooling systems operation and maintenance; basic repairs.
• Ability to perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
• Willingness to perform custodial and manual tasks.
• Physical condition commensurate with duties.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, wax floors; wash walls and windows; vacuum and dust.
• Dust desks, woodwork, furniture, shelves, and equipment.
• Maintain bathrooms; clean lavatories; replace soap and towels; basic facility maintenance.
• Empty wastebaskets; collect and dispose of refuse.
• Move and arrange tables, chairs and equipment.
• Make minor repairs to furniture, fixtures, windows, locks, faucets, heating system; perform small carpentry/painting/plumbing tasks.
• Routine maintenance tasks related to building operating systems (e.g., changing filters).
• Groundskeeping: snow removal, lawn mowing, leaves raking, shrub trimming; debris removal.
• Inform Director of maintenance and repair needs of equipment.
• Maintain inventory and submit order requests for supplies.”
• Follow safety rules; keep premises safe and secure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning practices

Grounds maintenance

Safety procedures

Minor repairs

Teamwork

Job description

Custodial Worker (Cornwall Public Library)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair tasks; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Under direct supervision, responsible for general cleaning and maintenance of the library building, adjacent walks, and grounds; maintaining operational and working equipment in clean, orderly, and functional condition. This work is performed in accordance with a well-established routine. Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Sweeps, mops, and waxes floors, washes walls and windows, vacuums, dusts, and performs other cleaning duties
• Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture, shelves, and other equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness of bathrooms; cleans and mops lavatories and replaces soap and/or towels; mechanical maintenance of bathroom facilities
• Empties wastebaskets and collects and disposes of refuse
• Moves and arranges tables, chairs and other furniture or equipment
• Makes minor repairs to furniture, electrical fixtures, windows, locks, faucets, heating system, and other equipment; performs minor carpentry, painting, and plumbing maintenance work
• May undertake routine maintenance tasks related to building operating systems. i.e.: changing filters, etc.
• May perform grounds keeping activities such as cleaning snow, mowing lawn, raking leaves, trimming shrubs, and general grounds maintenance such as clearing litter and debris
• Informs the Director of maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment
• Maintains inventory and submits order requests for supplies, materials, and equipment to the appropriate staff member
• Follows all applicable safety rules and procedures; keeps premises safe and secure.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment and the ability to use them economically and efficiently; familiarity with the operation and maintenance of heating/cooling systems; ability to make minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs and perform a variety of routine maintenance tasks; ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written directions; willingness to perform custodial and other manual tasks; thoroughness; dependability; ability to get along well with others; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.

This is a Part-time, non-competitive position. $20.40-$26.93/hr DOQ.