Maintenance Assistant I

Euclid Public Library•Euclid, OH

5d•$13

About The Position

Euclid Public Library is seeking a responsible, detail oriented, self-starter to fill an open part-time Maintenance Assistant I position. The Maintenance Assistant I assists in accomplishing that mission by performing housekeeping, groundskeeping, and building services.

Requirements

High School diploma, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds for the purpose of providing professional service
Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with patrons and staff in a personable and professional manner
Ability to work independently and perform work in a safe and efficient manner
Knowledge of emergency and maintenance equipment operation
Knowledge of grounds keeping and housekeeping methods
Knowledge of moving and lifting methods
Working knowledge of library policies, procedures and services
Knowledge of the American Library Association Library Bill of Rights
Knowledge of Core Competencies required for position
Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements
Understanding of patron confidentiality requirements and ethics responsibilities under Ohio law
Working knowledge of e-mail and other online resources

Nice To Haves

Some related work experience
Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record preferred
Some maintenance work experience preferred

Responsibilities

Cleans and disinfects washrooms and refills supplies
Cleans and dusts bookshelves and end panels
Cleans and sanitizes furniture, woodwork, offices, service desks, & public computers
Cleans windows, doors, walls, baseboards, ceiling fixtures, etc.
Empties trash and cleans trash containers
Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes and buffs tile floors
Vacuums, cleans/spot cleans carpets/upholstery, and mats
Empties book and video drops
Opens and closes building for staff and public, performs building security check
Receives and distributes supplies and materials; moves furniture and equipment
Replaces light bulbs
Sets up meeting rooms and takes down tables and chairs
Shovels snow and runs snow thrower; salts walks and parking lot
Sweeps walks and parking lots; picks up litter and debris
Alerts supervisor to problems encountered in work routine
Attends meetings and serves on internal committees
Directs patrons to appropriate areas of the library
Participates in the Strategic Planning process
Delivers board packets and runs errands, as assigned
Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training seminars and in-service training sessions
Sends and receives email and reads information on the Internet
Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested