Custodian (G2)

Description

The Porter County Public Library System is seeking a part-time cleaning and maintenance professional to join our team. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for maintaining our facilities in a clean and orderly manner. You will work closely with other team members to ensure the highest level of cleanliness and sanitation standards are met.

Location:

Valparaiso, Portage, South Haven, Kouts, Hebron

The facilities specialist (G2) must satisfy the following responsibilities:

• •Carry out entry-level maintenance support such as painting, lawn care, and snow removal for routine and occasional facility care needs.
• •Perform detailed and deep cleaning as directed.
• •Deliver or support library services directly and indirectly, as needed.
• •Greet patrons as they arrive and depart from the library.
• •Assist patrons and answer general questions with professionalism.
• •Assist in maintaining discipline and good order in the library.
• •Assist with the physical security of the library and its equipment.
• •Perform basic tasks in custodial maintenance of all facilities and grounds as necessary.
• •Manage the inventory, stock, and organization of equipment and supplies.
• •Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, sorting, etc.
• •Learn and use software & technology to effectively carry out job functions.
• •Perform all other duties as assigned.

Title: Facilities Specialist

Supervisor: Facilities Coordinator

Hours: PT

OT Exempt: Non-Exempt

Grade: G2

PERF: None

Certification: None

Education: High school or equivalent

Experience: Customer service preferred

Requirements

Physical Tasks & Work Environment

• •Lift and move up to 20 lbs and push or pull at least 100 lbs on wheels.
• •Engage in extensive bending, stooping, pulling, reaching, kneeling, and crouching.
• •Stand on a stool to shelve books overhead.
• •Communicate effectively.
• •Operate technology equipment.
• •Use hands and fingers to handle books, paper, and technology with manual dexterity.
• •Engage in repetitive tasks.
• •Tolerate exposure to dust, dirt, adhesives, toner, and chemicals.
• •Complete work onsite at any of our branch locations as needed.
• •Willing and able to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• •High school diploma or equivalent required.
• •Indiana Public Librarian Certification, or the ability to obtain it, is required only for staff members designated by the administration as professional library staff.
• •Able to work with people of all ages.
• •Demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
• •Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• •Willing and able to learn computer skills, applications, and devices relevant to the position.