Full Time Custodian

St. Joe County Public Library; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused library is seeking a dedicated custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety in library spaces. This role involves cleaning, disinfecting, and performing maintenance tasks to ensure a welcoming environment for patrons and staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a diverse team. Join a supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions will help foster a positive community resource. If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and passionate about service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and reachable by phone in emergencies.
• Experience in custodial or maintenance work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect library spaces and grounds regularly.
• Perform preventive maintenance and report issues promptly.
• Set up and take down chairs and tables for meetings.

Skills

Dependability

Organizational skills

Good attendance

Independent judgment

Ability to lift heavy objects

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vacuum

Floor scrubber

Job description

Essential Job Duties

The custodian keeps Library spaces and grounds clean, welcoming, and in good repair for our staff and community members. Working under the direct supervision of the Facilities Assistant Manager, and with an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Custodian will:

1. Clean and disinfect everywhere including restrooms; replenish and maintain supplies. Vacuum carpets, use floor scrubber, mop, and dry mop to clean hard floors, empty trash, and replace light bulbs and tubes. Spot clean carpets as necessary. Empties and cleans waste receptacles including recycle containers. Does emergency clean-up which may include interacting with hazardous materials.

2. Set up and take down chairs, tables, and equipment in all meeting rooms.

3. If assigned to a branch, be responsive to requests from appropriate onsite staff.

4. Promptly reports malfunctioning equipment or machinery used by department staff to the maintenance technicians, manager, or assistant manager.

5. Some furniture and shelving assembly required. Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as filter and lightbulb replacement and attend to unforeseen building maintenance situations as they occur.

6. Secure library buildings and set alarms as needed. Maintains patron and staff access to building, parking areas, and grounds.

7. Empty curbside book/video drops. Receive deliveries of Library materials throughout the day.

8. Replenish and maintain supplies. Fill out forms, reports, and requisitions for the Facilities Manager.

9. Maintains cleanliness and safety of library grounds, including ice and snow removal.

10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Custodial/maintenance experience preferred.

Hours

• Full time (40 hour workweek)

• Assigned to either 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift (shift premiums may apply), Monday through Friday, or a substitute, as-needed position.

• Partial days, evenings, and weekends may be required.

Wages:

Starting/Hiring Range: $14.85 -$17.97 hourly

Total Salary Range:$14.85 -$21.09 hourly

Requirements

• Reliable transportation, and reachable by telephone in emergency situations.

• Dependability, punctuality, trustworthiness, good attendance and work habits.

• Working knowledge of standard maintenance routines.

• Organizational skills and understanding of good cleaning practices.

• Independent judgment related to emergency and safety matters.

• Maintain Library in a safe, secure, clean, and orderly condition.

Ability to

• Work harmoniously and cooperatively with supervisor, co-workers and patrons.

• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.

• Stand and walk for long periods of time; reach and bend and engage in strenuous physical activities on a routine basis and lift and move heavy objects (50 lbs).

• Effectively and safely use cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment, including vacuum and floor scrubber. Recognize and follow-through with detailed cleanliness.

• Safely apply methods and techniques of standard maintenance routines

• Accept and manage change.

• Work independently and collaboratively.

• Exercise initiative, be enthusiastic, creative, flexible, energetic, value diversity, and possess a sense of humor.