Junior Library Custodian - East Manhattan Network

The New York Public Library (NYPL) seeks a Junior Library Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for library users and employees.

Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Cleaning Operations Coordinator, the Junior Library Custodian will:

• Clean and maintain the library building and grounds
• Buff, strip, and wax floors
• Shampoo carpets
• Replace light bulbs
• Handle snow removal
• Prepare maintenance reports and maintain inventory of bathroom and cleaning supplies
• Take necessary action to safeguard the building during an emergency and escalate issues to appropriate personnel
• Communicate with Library Manager on a regular basis to determine branch needs
• Travel between branches within assigned network
• Be assigned to two sites and may be assigned to work at other locations as needed

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED and prior basic custodial/building superintendent work
• Valid driver's license and clear driving record
• Prior basic custodial/building superintendent work
• Successfully demonstrated experience and knowledge of standard practices, materials, and equipment used in commercial building cleaning work

Skills:

• Knowledge of material safety data sheets, safety practices, and procedures
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility and reliability
• Ability to perform manual work consisting of cleaning, heavy lifting, snow removal, and working from high ladders, scaffolds, and electrical lifts
• Heavy lifting may be required
• Pass physical exam

Benefits:

• Core Values: Be Helpful, Be Resourceful, Be Curious, Be Welcoming and Inclusive
• Work Environment: Public service library
• Physical Duties: Requires bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting/moving 50 pounds and up
• May require travel to library buildings throughout NYC
• Pre-Placement Physical Required: Yes
• Union/Non-Union: Union - Local 374
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Schedule: 40 hours per week