Facilities Custodian

The Harford County Public Library offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Starting wage, depending on candidate qualifications, is between $15.00 and $19.12. This position is eligible for the following benefits: deferred compensation 457(b) retirement plan, pension plan, employee assistance program, voluntary benefits and more. Position Summary: 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.Essential Duties:1. Uses brooms, brushes, mops, vacuum cleaners, buffers, liquid floor finishes, dust absorbers and other custodial equipment and supplies to perform interior custodial work;2. Maintains restrooms ensuring clean and sanitary conditions;3. Washes and cleans windows, light fixtures and other items which may require climbing and use of ladders;4. Cleans and polishes branch desks, chairs, tables, cabinets and other office furniture and fixtures;5. Collects and disposes of trash, scraps, garbage and recyclables;6. Maintains exterior of the building ensuring that litter is properly disposed;7. Identifies potential safety hazards to include building interior/exterior, parking areas, lights and reports hazards to appropriate personnel in a timely manner;8. 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;9. Setup and breakdown of furniture for library events, including meeting and programming rooms; moves furniture, office equipment and other supplies;10. Unloads supplies, delivers to storage areas and positions on shelves and storage racks, maintains inventory of janitorial supplies;11. Working knowledge of water shutoff, breakers and building related functions;12. Request janitorial supplies through a branch staff member responsible for ordering janitorial supplies; Keeping loading dock organized;13. Keep supervisor appraised of weather and parking lot conditions for decision on delivery and closings;14. Drive between branches to provide coverage as necessary;15. Show contractors where repairs are needed and help with their questions;16. Shovels snow, spreads salt and other chemicals to maintain sidewalks and other areas;17. Reports as essential personnel;18. Open and close the assigned facility. Standard Functions:1. Serves on committees and participates in workshops, seminars and training as requested;2. Notifies supervisor with suggested ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of personnel and procedures and system-wide goals and objectives;3. Learns new skills and technologies to retain proficiency in areas of expertise;4. Is dependable and punctual;5. Maintains a positive, friendly and cooperative attitude and provides consistent customer service;6. Upholds all library policies and procedures as defined in Harford County Public Library’s Policies and Procedures Manual;7. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements:1. High school diploma or GED preferred, minimum completion of 9th grade education.2. Ability to read, write, and understand instructions; including work procedures, product labels, material safety data sheets and equipment instruction materials.3. One year of experience in a custodial, mechanical trade or related area.4. Ability to provide documentation and maintain a valid Driver’s License with no more than 3 points.5. Ability to obtain and maintain Non-CDL Medical Certification in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.6. Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable criminal background report.7. Ability to work day, evening, and weekends hours.8. Basic computer skills to include use of email, internet searches and ability to use web based employee self-service portal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:1. Ability to understand verbal instructions;2. Ability to understand and follow safety procedures;3. Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment;4. Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies;5. Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade;6. Ability to perform minor repairs and light maintenance in library facilities;7. Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle;8. Ability to pack delivery bins and other materials in an appropriate manner to minimize damage to materials or vehicle;9. Ability to set-up, breakdown, and move furniture;10. Ability to work outdoors;11. Ability to be adaptable, flexible and patient with customers and staff;12. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; and13. Basic math skills. Work Environment:1. Work requires heavy physical effort in handling materials, up to 60 pounds, in a moderately strenuous work environment. For example, set up and take down of tables, chairs or other equipment for meetings or events, pushing and pulling of cleaning equipment, and handling of delivery bins. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.2. Work also involves continuous standing.3. Observes safe work place practices including avoidance of trips and falls, proper lifting techniques, following fire regulations, and obeying traffic signals.4. Ability to travel to branch/outside locations is required.5. May require working in adverse weather conditions and exposure to dirt, dust, and unpleasant odors. Reporting Relationship:This position reports to the Assistant Branch Manager. Does not supervise staff. May supervise volunteers.Work Week:Work schedule includes day, evening and weekend hours.In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities of this job, it is the responsibility of every employee to comply with the Harford County Public Library’s Values statement, customer service guidelines, and all other policies detailed in the Policies and Procedures Manual.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The library administration reserves the right to change, modify, delete, and supplement job duties based on the organization’s needs.This and all library positions are eligible for system-wide transfer.Harford County Public Library is an Equal Opportunity  To Apply:Applications for this position are completed and accepted via online submission only at www.HCPLonline.org . Review vacancy announcement and requirements, under Library Jobs tab. A resume is required for this position; however, a resume will not be accepted in lieu of the online employment application. Please do not state “refer to resume” on the application. HCPL is committed to diversity in the workplace and is an EOE.Company DescriptionHarford County Public Library operates 11 branches located throughout Harford County offering access to ideas that inform, entertain, and inspire. Last year the library interacted with its residents more than 12 million times – borrowing free materials, visiting branches and the website, using free Wi-Fi, and attending classes and events. In 2024 Harford County Public Library received the Maryland Library Association Excellence in Marketing Award for graphic excellence for the second time. Exciting employment opportunities are available for those looking to serve the community in a highly interactive setting or perhaps just a little less traditional library setting.

Salary : $15 - $19