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This is a 15 hour per week position scheduled on a five-week rotation.

Weeks 1-4: 6:30am -- 9:30am Mon --Fri

Week 5: 6:30am -- 9:30am Tues -- Fri and 8:30am -- 11:30am on Saturday.

*Positions Supervised: * None

*POSITION SUMMARY:           * Under the general supervision of the Facilities Coordinator, the Custodian performs a variety of tasks to maintain the cleanliness of the Main Library.  The Custodian will be performing some tasks during the library's hours of operation and will be expected to interact appropriately with the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
2. Previous janitorial experience is helpful but not required.
3. Basic computer skills and ability to use internet and email
4. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
5. Comfortable working alone and in a team environment
6. Reliability and above average work attendance with ability to work flexible schedule including day, evening and weekend hours
7. Reliable transportation in order to meet work requirements
8. Favorable results of pre-employment background check
9. Physical requirements: Engage in extended periods of standing, walking, stretching and bending to reach surfaces of varying heights from above shoulders to below knees; kneeling or stooping to reach floor level, twisting/turning and pushing/pulling to vacuum, mop or sweep floors. Engage in intermittent periods of climbing stairs, typing and viewing computer monitors, lifting and carrying equipment and materials occasionally weighing 40-60 pounds and pushing loaded book trucks weighing 75-100 pounds or more. Must be able to use hands and fingers to grasp, handle and manipulate materials and operate tools and controls, including computers/keyboards.  May be required to operate leaf blower, snow blower and salt spreader and shovel snow around the exterior of the building.
10. Required at time of hire: proof of eligibility to work in the United States

* KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES*

1. Knowledge of Library policies, procedures and operations, including emergency response (acquired after hire)
2. Knowledge of safe work practices and safe lifting techniques (acquired after hire)
3. Ability to read and understand chemical labels and the proper handling of chemicals (acquired after hire)
4. Knowledge of building security and lock systems and procedures (acquired after hire)
5. Ability to simultaneously manage duties and complete work with multiple interruptions and distractions
6. Ability to understand and follow specific instructions, both verbal and written
7. Ability to work independently in the absence of close supervision
8. Ability to prioritize work and efficiently carry out assigned tasks and projects
9. Ability to perform tasks in areas where seating is not provided, unless reasonable accommodation is requested
10. Ability to remain mentally alert, focusing attention on detail and accuracy

ESSENTIAL CORE COMPETENCIES

All MRCPL employees are expected to continuously demonstrate the following:

Basic computer skills with demonstrable ability to use applications in Windows environment including Microsoft Office products, internet use and email

Ability to efficiently, effectively and positively meet the library needs of internal and external customers

Ability to use good judgement and common sense when making decisions, based on Library policies and procedures, to the best interest of the Library, staff and public

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to adapt and adjust to changing situations