Facilities Technician & Custodian (Evenings/Weekends)

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick/Personal time off

IMRF retirement

Job summary

The McHenry Public Library District is seeking an on-site Building Maintenance & Custodian to maintain the interior and exterior of the library buildings, parking lots, and grounds, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patrons and staff. The role requires evening and weekend shifts, including a Sunday day shift, with occasional Saturday events.

Responsibilities include minor repairs, setup for programs, and monitoring work requests.

Qualifications

• Two years of custodial and maintenance experience or equivalent training/education.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, materials, tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate building trades tools and equipment (mowers, snow blowers, vacuums, floor cleaners, scissor lift, forklift).
• Ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting tasks.
• Valid driver's license and safeties.
• Proficiency with Windows/Office, Google Suite, Internet and adapting to new tech.

Responsibilities

• Cleans interior and exterior areas using approved methods and materials.
• Sets up and arranges furniture for programs and meetings.
• Monitors requests via ticketing system, events calendar, email.
• Receives deliveries and routes materials to staff.
• Performs groundskeeping including snow and ice removal.
• Drives vehicles or equipment as needed.
• Performs building maintenance, repairs, and alterations (minor plumbing, carpentry, painting).
• Assists with safety and security to identify hazards and responds to emergencies.

Skills

Custodial experience

Communication

Cleaning chemicals

Tools operation

Driver's license

Safety procedures

Lead capacity

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Mowers

Snow blowers

Vacuums

Floor cleaners

Scissor lift

Forklift

Job description

The McHenry Public Library District is seeking an on-site Building Maintenance & Custodian to maintain the interior and exterior of the library buildings, parking lots, and grounds, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patrons and staff. The role requires evening and weekend shifts, including a Sunday day shift, with occasional Saturday events.

Responsibilities include minor repairs, setup for programs, and monitoring work requests.