Custodial Assistant

Cumberland Public Library • Cumberland, RI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cumberland Public Library custodial and maintenance team plays an essential role in keeping the building clean, secure, functional, and welcoming. This position does custodial and maintenance work that requires considerable independent judgement in applying appropriate techniques, materials, and procedures to daily tasks. Duties require carrying and moving up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders. Work is performed under the supervision of the FACILITIES MANAGER. This is a part-time position - 18 hours a week. The right candidate for this position should be able to take on other various tasks as needed and be open to learning new skills while remaining enthusiastic about the overall running of the library building. They should also be flexible, adaptable, work well on a team as well as independently, prioritize tasks, and display sound judgement.

Requirements

• Ability to carry and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders
• Flexibility and willingness to change schedule as needed
• Ability to work well on a team as well as independently
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to display sound judgement

Nice To Haves

• Open to learning new skills
• Enthusiastic about the overall running of the library building

Responsibilities

• Cleans staff and public restrooms, replenishes supplies as needed
• Cleans and maintains public areas on the first and second floors, plus staff offices
• Removes trash and recycling from public and staff areas
• Assists with setup and breakdown for library events
• Performs building closing duties: setting alarms, locking doors, and security checks
• Removes snow and salts pavement during winter months, includes snow blower use
• Assists with monitoring the building for possible facility issues
• Performs miscellaneous carpentry, painting, and repair tasks as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed