Custodian

Overview

Harford County Public Library offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Starting wage, depending on candidate qualifications, is between $15.00 - $19.12 per hour. This position is eligible for the following benefits: deferred compensation 457(b) retirement plan, pension plan, medical, dental and vision plans, employee assistance program, voluntary benefits, paid time off and more.

Position:
Custodian – Full Time

Location:

Edgewood Branch, Edgewood, MD 21040

Department:
Facilities

Position Type:
Full Time | FLSA:
Non-exempt | Grade: 20 | CBIZ Code: 164

Scheduled

Hours:

37.5 | Status:
Full-Time |

Pay Type:

Hourly

Revised: 02/25; 01/24; 12/19

Public Service:
No | Essential Personnel:
Yes

Location:

Edgewood

Reported to:
Assistant Branch Manager. This position does not supervise staff but may supervise volunteers.

• Essential Duties:
  Use custodial equipment to perform interior custodial work; maintain restrooms in clean and sanitary condition; wash and clean windows, light fixtures, and items requiring ladders; clean and polish desks, chairs, tables, cabinets and other furniture; collect and dispose of trash and recyclables.
• Maintain exterior of the building including entryways and sidewalks (litter disposal, sweeping, leaf blowing, salting, snow shoveling).
• Identify safety hazards and report to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Light maintenance such as changing bulbs, repairing minor items, and minor repairs as requested.
• Set up and breakdown of furniture for library events, including rooms, moving equipment and supplies.
• Unload and store supplies; maintain inventory of janitorial supplies; request supplies through branch staff responsible for ordering.
• Understand water shutoff, breakers, and building-related functions; keep loading dock organized.
• Monitor entryways and parking lot conditions in inclement weather; coordinate with supervisor on conditions; direct contractors as needed.
• Travel between branches to provide coverage as necessary; report as essential personnel.

• Serve on committees and participate in workshops and training as requested.
• Notify supervisor with suggestions to improve efficiency and procedures; support system-wide goals.
• Learns new skills and technologies to retain proficiency.
• Be dependable and punctual; maintain a positive, friendly, cooperative attitude and provide consistent customer service.
• Uphold library policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED preferred; minimum completion of 9th grade.
• Ability to read, write, and understand instructions, including work procedures, labels, safety data sheets, and equipment instructions.
• One year of experience in custodial, mechanical trade, or related area.
• Valid Maryland driver’s license with no more than 3 points; ability to provide documentation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable criminal background check.
• Ability to work day, evening, and weekend hours.
• Basic computer skills (email, internet searches, self-service portal).

• Ability to understand verbal instructions and safety procedures.
• Operate vacuums and related equipment; safely use cleaning supplies.
• Use hand tools, leaf blower; perform minor repairs and light maintenance.
• Safely operate a motor vehicle; set up and move furniture; work outdoors.
• Adaptable, flexible, patient with customers and staff; strong verbal and written communication; basic math skills.

• Heavy physical effort up to 60 pounds; more than 70% of job is physical work; continuous standing; safe workplace practices.
• May travel between locations; may work in adverse weather, dirt, dust, and odors.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• This description does not exhaust all responsibilities, skills, or working conditions; HCPL reserves right to modify duties as needed.
• All library positions are eligible for system-wide transfer; HCPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.