Custodian (part-time)

Crawfordsville District Public Library•Crawfordsville, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian assists to maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for library patrons, museum visitors, volunteers, and staff by performing general custodial maintenance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior custodial experience required
Basic computer skills, including use of email
Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the use of equipment and supplies necessary to clean and maintain a building
Ability to understand and follow written and oral communications and instructions
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedules
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures
Ability to work under pressure in emergencies
Excellent interpersonal skills for working with library staff, contractors, utility and other service representatives
Cooperative spirit, reliability, enthusiasm, friendliness, energy, resourcefulness, initiative, tact, good judgment, and a sense of humor are essential
Valid Indiana driver’s license, good driving record and reliable transportation
Employment contingent on acceptable results of a background check.
Valid Indiana State driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

Maintains a clean environment
Establishes with the Assistant Director a schedule of routine janitorial and maintenance work
Performs cleaning functions specific to the building and/or based on seasonal/project requirements
Performs routine custodial duties including vacuuming, dusting, mopping of tile and vinyl floors, cleaning and stocking of bathrooms, dusting bookshelves, cleaning restrooms and kitchen areas, cleaning high points of contact and interior side of windows
Assists to safely clean accidents involving bodily fluids
Maintains a comfortable environment
Empties trash receptacles in public and staff areas, bags trash for proper disposal, and disposes trash into dumpsters.
Gathers and transports recyclables to recycling sites
Assists staff in the arrangement of furniture, shelving, and equipment; on special decorating projects; and to set up tables and chair for special events as needed and available
Maintains a safe environment
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
Assists in keeping sidewalks cleared of snow
Assists in keeping library grounds clear of trash
Assists to maintain SDS records
Evening custodian may serve a security function, helping to secure the building at the end of the evening shift
Performs minor maintenance
Ensures that cleaning and maintenance equipment is kept in good repair
Performs light maintenance, such as changing lightbulbs or batteries, cleaning air returns
Assembles/erects equipment, shelving, and furnishings purchased by the library or museum when necessary
Performs other tasks to assist with the smooth running of the department
Reports to Assistant Director any items in need of special care or maintenance by qualified personnel, above and beyond that which is normal care by the custodian
Reports to Assistant Director anything observed which may present a hazard resulting in potential injury or damage
Assists to order and maintain inventory of cleaning and janitorial equipment and supplies
Assists to transport deliveries to the appropriate department or area
Observes and implements Library Board policies and procedures
Attends meetings as required
Performs other related duties as assigned