Custodian, PT

Harford County Public Library•Abingdon, MD

4d•$15 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian plays an essential role in maintaining the building(s) and supporting an environment that promotes the love reading. In addition to regular building maintenance functions, the Custodian provides direct support to branch staff in the setup of furniture for programs and events.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred, minimum completion of 9th grade education.
Ability to read, write, and understand instructions; including work procedures, product labels, material safety data sheets and equipment instruction materials.
One year of experience in a custodial, mechanical trade or related area.
Ability to provide documentation and maintain a valid Driver’s License with no more than 3 points.
Ability to obtain and maintain Non-CDL Medical Certification in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable criminal background report.
Ability to work day, evening, and weekends hours.
Basic computer skills to include use of email, internet searches and ability to use web based employee self-service portal.
Ability to understand verbal instructions
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures
Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade
Ability to perform minor repairs and light maintenance in library facilities
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Ability to pack delivery bins and other materials in an appropriate manner to minimize damage to materials or vehicle
Ability to set-up, breakdown, and move furniture
Ability to work outdoors
Ability to be adaptable, flexible and patient with customers and staff
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Basic math skills

Responsibilities

Uses brooms, brushes, mops, vacuum cleaners, buffers, liquid floor finishes, dust absorbers and other custodial equipment and supplies to perform interior custodial work
Maintains restrooms ensuring clean and sanitary conditions
Washes and cleans windows, light fixtures and other items which may require climbing and use of ladders
Cleans and polishes branch desks, chairs, tables, cabinets and other office furniture and fixtures
Collects and disposes of trash, scraps, garbage and recyclables
Maintains exterior of the building ensuring that litter is properly disposed
Identifies potential safety hazards to include building interior/exterior, parking areas, lights and reports hazards to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
Performs light maintenance including, but not limited to changing light bulbs, gluing carpet tiles, fastening loose items such as a door knob and minor repairs as requested
Setup and breakdown of furniture for library events, including meeting and programming rooms; moves furniture, office equipment and other supplies
Unloads supplies, delivers to storage areas and positions on shelves and storage racks, maintains inventory of janitorial supplies
Working knowledge of water shutoff, breakers and building related functions
Request janitorial supplies through a branch staff member responsible for ordering janitorial supplies; Keeping loading dock organized
Keep supervisor appraised of weather and parking lot conditions for decision on delivery and closings
Drive between branches to provide coverage as necessary
Show contractors where repairs are needed and help with their questions
Shovels snow, spreads salt and other chemicals to maintain sidewalks and other areas
Reports as essential personnel
Open and close the assigned facility
Serves on committees and participates in workshops, seminars and training as requested
Notifies supervisor with suggested ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of personnel and procedures and system-wide goals and objectives
Learns new skills and technologies to retain proficiency in areas of expertise
Is dependable and punctual
Maintains a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude and provides consistent customer service
Upholds all library policies and procedures as defined in Harford County Public Library’s Policies and Procedures Manual
Performs other duties as assigned