Maintenance Worker

York-County-Library-System; York (York County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

York-County-Library-System is seeking a Facilities Support staff member to perform building maintenance, custodial duties and event setup at Martin Library and branches. The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of facilities experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to work 40 hours per week with occasional overtime.

Responsibilities include inspections, cleaning, equipment maintenance, and assisting with deliveries.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year experience in facilities, maintenance and custodial services.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Experience driving a company van preferred.
• Experience using computers, email, and work order systems.
• Experience working with minor electrical and plumbing; preventative maintenance and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs of all YCL facilities. Manage the work order system and ensure requests are addressed promptly.
• Set up and break down meeting rooms for events; move tables/chairs and carry equipment; assist with special projects.
• Assist in cleaning YCL facilities and surrounding areas; sweeping, mopping, dusting, trash collection, bathrooms.
• Maintain and troubleshoot cleaning equipment; assist with deliveries and large items to Martin Library.
• Provide backup as driver for interlibrary delivery system and coordinate fleet maintenance.
• Assist outside vendors at other library locations and branches.
• Monitor public areas; enforce library policies and conduct daily duties per the Library's conduct guidelines.
• Handle disturbances by addressing individuals, notifying staff, and contacting police if needed; file incident reports.
• Maintain cleaning supplies inventory and create purchase orders.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Strong communication

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Work order systems

Tools operation

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Office/SharePoint

Job description

Description

• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 7:30 AM‑4:00 PM, occasional weekend, evenings and overtime may be required depending on workflow
• Supervisor: Facilities and Safety Director
• Location: Martin Library
• Department: YCL – Facilities
• Classification: Full‑Time/Hourly/ Non‑Exempt

Under direct supervision of the Facility & Safety Director, the Facilities Support performs a wide range of building maintenance, repair and custodial duties at Martin Library and branch locations that help ensure a safe, clean and well‑functioning library environment. At Martin Library, this position would help set up and break down rooms for events.

Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year experience in facilities, maintenance and custodial services on the job experience; or an equivalent combination of vocational training and work experience.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Experience driving a company van preferred.
• Experience using computers, email, and work order systems.
• Experience working with minor electrical and plumbing; including preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Must obtain clean PA Driving Record, PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA Criminal History Clearance, FBI fingerprint‑based Criminal History Clearance, and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.

Qualifications

• Proficient verbal, written and communication skills. Must be able to follow written instructions.
• Knowledge of routine building inspections, preventative maintenance and basic repair techniques.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office including Sharepoint.
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with staff, vendors, and public.
• Ability to travel around York County to visit other libraries.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and on occasion up to 75 pounds, including boxes, furniture and equipment safely.
• Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions, including leaf and snow removal.
• Must be able to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch to reach areas with limited access.
• Must be able to use a ladder to reach high places to perform tasks on vents, equipment systems, roofing, gutters, etc.
• Must be able to operate and drive company van to other facilities within York County as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs of all YCL facilities. Manage the work order system and ensure all requests are addressed in a timely manner.
2. Set up and break down meeting rooms for special events and activities, including moving tables and chairs and carrying boxes, trays of food, and other equipment. On occasion assists with special projects such as moving furniture and helping with installations.
3. Assist in cleaning YCL library facilities and surrounding areas including sidewalks and entrance areas. This will include sweeping, mopping, dusting, collecting trash, cleaning glass doors and windows, and cleaning bathrooms.
4. Maintain, troubleshoot, research and assist with maintaining cleaning equipment and replacement parts. Assist with the delivery of packages and large items to various work areas in Martin Library.
5. Provide backup as driver for interlibrary delivery system when needed and coordinate fleet maintenance. Load and unload heavy bags of books, along with the sorting of the books upon arrival.
6. Assist outside vendors at other library locations including all YCL branch libraries.
7. Monitor and patrol public areas, enforce library policies and rules, and perform day‑to‑day duties in accordance with the Library’s Statement regarding Respect and Good Conduct.
8. Handle any unusual disturbance or disruptive individual behavior by speaking directly to the individual concerned; request that the individual leave the building or facility if necessary; notify lead staff of any incidents; contact police if necessary; prepare incident reports; and may appear in court to testify against disruptive individual.
9. Maintain cleaning supplies through inventory and create purchase orders for supplies, tools, parts etc.
10. All other duties as assigned.