Facility Department - Custodian

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Park Ridge Public Library is seeking a part-time Custodian to join our team. You will help maintain the appearance and operations of the library building and grounds, monitor patron activities, and assist with opening/closing procedures.

The position includes handling mail delivery and addressing minor building issues to keep the facility safe and functional for staff and patrons. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and must be able to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to interact positively with people of all ages.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appearance and operations of the library building and grounds.
• Monitor patron activities and ensure safety.
• Perform opening and closing procedures and mail delivery.
• Address minor building problems and coordinate with staff as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Customer interaction

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Park Ridge Public Library is seeking a part-time Custodian to join our team. Candidates must have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment.

Essential functions of the position are to interact positively with people of all ages and temperaments, assist with maintaining the appearance and operations of library building and grounds, monitor patron activities, perform opening and closing procedures, maintenance of collection bin, handle occasional cleaning or building problems, record and makes delivery of mail and maintain a safe and functional facility for the Library's patrons and staff.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry heavy objects
• Ability to work on ladder or at heights above 10 ft
• Ability to handle minor cleaning or building problems
• Ability to walk, stand and climb stairs for sustained periods of time
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Other physical requirements : balancing, crawling, kneeling, visual and hearing accuracy

Park Ridge Public Library
20 S. Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge , IL 60068

This position offers the following schedule, 16 hours per week.
Thursday, 4:30pm-9:30pm
Friday, 2:00pm - 6:30pm
Sunday, 10:00am-5:30pm
Possible additional shifts when necessary.