CUSTODIAN (LIBRARY), Part Time

Town of Fairfield, CT; Fair Field (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Fairfield, CT, is seeking a part-time Custodian (Library) to keep buildings clean and safe. Responsibilities include cleaning bathrooms, floors, and spaces, setting up meeting rooms, and assisting with basic repairs under the Deputy Town Librarian's direction.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and custodial experience. Flexible hours and weekend work are possible, with 19.5 hours per week maximum.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License and access to a personal car for deliveries.
• Minimum of six months custodial experience preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to work safely.
• Good communication via email/text and ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Clean bathrooms, floors, and furniture; perform general cleaning and maintenance.
• Set up and tear down meeting spaces and equipment.
• Assist with minor repairs and painting as needed.
• Maintain custodial supplies inventory and order as required.
• Move between library buildings and assist with opening/closing procedures.
• Respond to weather-related duties (de-icing, shoveling) as needed.

Skills

Cleaning operations

Follow instructions

Email & text communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Posting number: 26-0058

Department: LIBRARY

Job classification: CUSTODIAN (LIBRARY), PT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Maintenance, Custodial

Summary

This position is responsible for building and property cleanliness and maintenance. Provides assistance to staff and patrons as necessary. Under the general direction of the Deputy Town Librarian or his or her designee.

Examples of duties

• Performs comprehensive and scheduled cleaning of bathrooms, garbage collection and removal; vacuuming, sweeping of floors, stairways., polishing of furniture, dusting of shelving, furniture, glass doors, windows and shelving, washing walls, utilize hi-speed buffing equipment and
• Setup and tear down of meeting rooms and equipment as required.
• Perform routine building maintenance and specialized cleaning.
• Maintain adequate custodial supplies including but not limited to supplies for bathrooms, and general building maintenance.
• Assist in various manual tasks such as emptying outside book drops, transporting books, etc.
• Inspection and general understanding of building's mechanical systems.
• Assist in opening and closing procedures,
• Travel between library buildings and runs errands, as needed.
• Respond to inclement weather conditions including spreading of de-icing material or shoveling as required.
• Communicate and work in conjunction with other custodians
• May be asked to perform minor repairs and painting of library spaces, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of materials, methods, implements and devices used in cleaning operations.
• Ability to perform routine and occasionally strenuous work.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or basic written instructions and to perform work in a safe manner. Must be fluent in using email and text messaging.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with others, including all library staff
• Skill in making minor repairs including carpentry and painting.
• Good physical condition with strength to lift a minimum of 35 lbs. Ability to climb and use ladders.
• Ability to speak and read English
• Ability to work well independently.
• All positions are subject to an interview process.

Qualifications

Required: High School graduate or equivalent. Valid Driver's License and personal car for deliveries. Minimum of Six (6) months of recent custodial experience preferred. Verifiable work record that demonstrates good attendance, a hard worker, and ability to work well with others.

Work Schedule:

Hours will vary up to 19.5 hours per week, weekend days with the possibility of weeknights with some flexibility. Hours may fluctuate based on operational and seasonal needs.

Supplemental information

AFFILIATION

• Non-Bargaining Unit, Part-Time Position; 19.5 hours or less

THE TOWN OF FAIRFIELD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Town of Fairfield to ensure equal employment opportunity for all employees and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or physical and mental disability.