Per Diem Building & Grounds Maintenace Worker I Job Description

Building & Grounds Maintenance Worker I

Per Diem, as-needed

 JOB SUMMARY:

This work involves responsibility for the performance of minor building maintenance tasks at the Liberty Public Library. The person hired will work under the general supervision of the Library Director and/or his/her designee for assignments. Does related work as assigned.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

  • Paint and touch up paint or stain on walls, equipment, shelving, furnishings, and outdoor railings
  • Assist in making minor plumbing, carpentry & electrical repairs
  • Assist with the maintenance of rooftop HVAC units, including but not limited to replacing/cleaning filters in units and interior ducts etc
  • Hang pictures, quilts, shelves or assemble furniture
  • May be required to wash windows, walls, sinks and other fixtures or polish furniture and metal furnishings
  • Assist with outdoor landscaping such as trimming bushes/shrubs
  • Remove debris from roof and clears roof drains
  • Check roof caulking for any needed repairs
  • Repair furnishings throughout the building as needed
  • Report any unusual conditions or equipment not functioning properly
  • May be required to remove outside debris from library property and perform a variety of other grounds keeping tasks, such as raking or blowing leaves, trimming shrubs, as assigned
  • May be required to clean snow and ice from walks and book drop area; may sand and salt walkways
  • Perform other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Excellent knowledge of building maintenance practices, supplies and equipment; Ability to speak and read the English language; Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions; Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks; Ability to get along well with others; Thoroughness; Dependability; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Able to work when Library is closed when necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
  • Must have at least 1 (one) year or more experience in building maintenance

JOB TYPE: Hourly/Per Diem, on an as needed basis. (not expected to exceed 10-15 hours, quarterly)

WAGE RATE: $25-$28 per hour

TO APPLY: Please email  your resume & list of 3 references to lib@rcls.org or you may drop it off in person at 189 N. Main Street, Liberty, NY 12754. Deadline is 12 noon Fri. July 24th.