Facilities Technician; part-time

is looking for an energetic Facilities Technician who will assist to maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for library patrons and staff. The Facilities Technician identifies and reports to the Assistant Director all problems related to the buildings and grounds for the main library and museum, recommends solutions to those problems, and implements them. Use of personal vehicle in the city and surrounding areas as needed or assigned.

Education/

Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of two years’ field experience in specialized trade such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing or carpentry. Building trades certification or journeyman’s license preferred. Experience in serving in this capacity a plus. Strong analytical skills and computer skills, including the use of email.

Schedule:

10 hours/week to start. Days with occasional evenings and weekends. Building emergencies may necessitate work outside hours of library operation.

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled.

Crawfordsville District Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title:

Facilities Technician

Job Classification:
Class 9

Branch/Department:
Administration Department

Location:

Crawfordsville District Public Library

Employment status:
Part-time

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Summary:

The Facilities Technician assists to maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for library patrons, museum visitors and staff. The Facilities Technician identifies and reports all problems related to the buildings and grounds for the main library and museum, recommends solutions to those problems, and implements them. Use of personal vehicle in the city and surrounding areas as needed or assigned.

• Performs preventative maintenance
  • Performs preventative maintenance work and/or repair work on CDPL-owned buildings, grounds and related equipment
  • Inspects and reports to Assistant Director need for major repairs
  • Maintains building surfaces, roofs, floors, doors, windows, light fixtures and other components
  • Arranges and coordinates maintenance and/or repairs performed by vendors, contractors, etc.
• Performs minor repairs and light construction
  • Makes minor repairs to defective plumbing, electrical wiring, computer cabling, window panes, lights, furniture and equipment, etc.
  • Replaces ballasts and changes light bulbs
  • Paints walls, trim, parking spaces, etc., as necessary or as assigned
  • Performs light construction work (walls, shelves, racks, etc.) as assigned
  • Assembles/erects equipment, shelving, and furnishings purchased by the library or museum when necessary
• Maintains a clean, comfortable, and safe environment
  • Maintains appropriate temperature and humidity ranges for library, archival, and museum collections
  • Maintains comfortable interior temperatures utilizing programmable thermostats for library staff and patrons
  • Assists staff in the arrangement of furniture, shelving, and equipment; on special decorating projects; and to set up tables and chair for scheduled events as needed
  • Transports recyclables to recycling sites
  • Performs custodial tasks, as needed, in the absence of regular janitorial workers to keep up appearance and safety of library and museum buildings and grounds (public and office areas)
  • Assists in keeping sidewalks cleared of snow
• Maintains necessary documentation
  • Maintains service records and test records for equipment such as fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, HVAC system and similar equipment
  • Assists Library Director with budgetary needs for buildings and grounds
• Performs other tasks to assist with the smooth running of the department
  • Orders and maintains inventory of cleaning, janitorial, and building maintenance equipment and supplies
  • Runs errands pertaining to…