Maintenance and Security Assistant I

Title:

Maintenance and Security Assistant

I FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt, Part-time, non-supervisory Reports to:

Maintenance Supervisor Schedule:

16 hours per week, requires day, evening, and weekend hours.

Wage:

The salary range for this position is $12,621.44 to $20,200.96 annually or ($15.17 to $24.28 per hour), depending on qualifications and in accordance with internal equity.

Jobs Supervised:

None - may train and oversee department volunteers; may assist in supervising support functions for shift

Nature and Scope of Position:

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, performs a variety of routine and non-routine tasks associated with the overall operation and maintenance of the library facility and grounds and acts as member of security team.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up rooms for meetings, programs, etc.
• Performs emergency cleanup (spills, etc.)
• Performs daily maintenance: vacuums, empties trash and recycling, and picks up litter.
• Performs seasonal maintenance: shovels snow and ice; waters plantings, mows and trims.
• Performs monthly rounds to inspect interior and exterior items as per checklist.
• Unloads, inspects, and stores or delivers incoming equipment and furnishings in absence of supervisor.
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance assistance as requested by supervisor or staff.

Patrols public areas. Enforces appropriate behavior, referring to the library behavior policy and the monitor guidelines. Ascertains degree of infraction and issues appropriate response based on library policy. Secures building at closing; prepares building for opening. Responsible for staff safety when leaving at closing. Handles unattended children per library policy. Contacts police as necessary. May escort patrons to their cars. Unlocks meeting room as needed.

• Attends and participates in staff, department, and other job-related meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned. General Requirements for all library employees:
• Commitment to providing uniformly gracious and friendly service to all people
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships
• Commitment to the library's mission and goals
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to give and receive instructions in English
• Alpha-numeric recognition skill
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Ability to use basic office equipment: telephone, fax, email
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to contribute to a team
• Honest, punctual, accurate, able to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to pass a criminal background check Knowledge, skills, abilities:
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures.
• Basic understanding of building repair (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, power equipment).

Physical requirements:

• Full range of motion, including standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods.
• Bending, stooping, and reaching to retrieve library materials.
• Ability to move a two-sided book cart loaded with up to 300 lbs. of books and other library materials.
• Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to move furniture or materials or to operate automated equipment.
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Schedule will include evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

This is a part-time position with limited benefits, including pro-rated personal time. Schedule is flexible. The pay range for new hires in this position is $15.17 to $24.28 per hour, depending on qualifications.

To Apply:

email cover letter, resume, and online application to Robin Smith, Library Director at rsmith@zblibrary.org. The position will be open until filled. Zion-Benton Public Library District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay:

$15.17 - $24.28 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Paid time off Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person