Custodian at Muncie Public Library

Muncie, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Teamwork, Communication, Technical, Adaptability, Image

Industry

Libraries

Description

Description POSITION: Custodian CATEGORY: Assistant II DEPARTMENT: Facilities SUPERVISOR: Facilities Manager SUPERVISES: N/A LOCATION: Kennedy Library (KB) @ 1700 W McGalliard Rd, Muncie, IN 47304 JOB TYPE: Full-time, nonexempt SCHEDULE: 40 hours/week; flexible but ideally Mon-Fri 7am-4pm COMPENSATION: Min $13.75/hour BENEFITS: Paid time off, telehealth services provided for staff and immediate family members, medical/dental/vision insurance offered, life insurance/long-term disability/accidental death coverage provided, Public Employees' Retirement Fund (PERF) contributions, 12 paid holidays, educational pay, professional development and skill-building opportunities, and more! ABOUT MUNCIE PUBLIC LIBRARY (MPL) Our mission is to provide accessible and innovative services responding to the reading, informational, educational, and enrichment needs of the community. Visit our website (www.munpl.org) to learn more about us! We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities upon request during the hiring process and employment, including for essential functions. We encourage interested individuals to apply even if not 100% of the position requirements are met. A criminal background check is required before employment. For any questions regarding the hiring process, application, job description, benefits, etc., please contact MPL Human Resources by emailing MPLHR@munpl.org or by calling (765) 747-8228. ABOUT KENNEDY LIBRARY (KB) Kennedy Library is conveniently located on McGalliard Road on the northwest side of Muncie. Kennedy Library offers a circulating collection of books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, and more. Kennedy Library also provides free public access computer use, free Wi-Fi, low-cost printing and copying, free programs on a variety of subjects, story times for children, programming for teens, book clubs for adults, and community meeting space. POSITION PURPOSE To provide general cleaning and maintenance assistance and perform projects as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform these functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Clean interior of Library properties (vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, sanitize, etc.) Assist with maintenance of system (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.) Assist with mowing, shoveling snow, mulching, and landscaping Make minor repairs as needed Drive Library vehicles for pick-ups and deliveries This job description contains information necessary to evaluate and distinguish it adequately from other jobs. The job duties may change at the discretion of management and an employee may be asked to perform duties that are not listed. This job description does not constitute a contract between an employee and MPL. Requirements EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Required: High school diploma or equivalent Maintain a valid Indiana Driver’s License Preferred: Experience in cleaning and/or maintenance work Basic electrical, plumbing, painting, and/or mechanical knowledge PHYSICAL DEMANDS The demands below may be required to perform essential tasks satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Frequently stand, stretch, bend Stand or walk for long periods of time Work in all weather conditions for long periods of time Be comfortable working on ladders Use hands and fingers to handle equipment, brooms, shovels, etc. Reach with hands and arms Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Frequently lift, carry and/or move up to 50 lbs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential task satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Customer Service: Provide prompt, attentive, and friendly customer service; represent the organization well; maintain personal accountability and ownership for providing excellent customer service; seek and respond to feedback to improve services; show willingness to go out of your way to help customers and coworkers. Teamwork: Cooperate and work well with co-workers and management; plan and complete job duties; help where needed; ask for help when needed; complete work in a timely manner. Communication: Communicate ideas and thoughts clearly, accurately, and respectfully; listen to others and seek to understand other perspectives. Technical: Comfortable in using computers, appropriate software, and job-related equipment. Adaptability: Willing to take on new challenges and responsibilities and lead others; open to change and variety within the workplace; work hard to implement change in areas of responsibility; recommend changes to improve processes and customer service. Image: Portray a positive image of the Library; be a strong public ambassador and promote Library programs, materials and services. (Revised May 2025)

Responsibilities

The custodian is responsible for general cleaning and maintenance assistance at the library. This includes tasks such as cleaning the interior, assisting with maintenance systems, and making minor repairs as needed.