Custodian; Library), Pt

This position is responsible for building and property cleanliness and maintenance. Provides assistance to staff and patrons as necessary. Under the general direction of the Town Librarian or their designee.

• Performs comprehensive and scheduled cleaning of bathrooms, garbage collection and removal; vacuuming, sweeping floors, stairways, polishing furniture, dusting shelving, furniture, glass doors, windows, washing walls, and utilizing hi-speed buffing equipment.
• Setup and tear down of meeting rooms and equipment as required.
• Perform routine building maintenance and specialized cleaning.
• Maintain adequate custodial supplies including but not limited to supplies for bathrooms and general building maintenance.
• Assist in various manual tasks such as emptying outside book drops, transporting books, etc.
• Inspection and general understanding of building's mechanical systems.
• Assist in opening and closing procedures.
• Travel between library buildings and run errands as needed.
• Respond to inclement weather conditions, including spreading of de-icing material or shoveling as required.
• Communicate and work in conjunction with other custodians.
• May be asked to perform minor repairs and painting of library spaces, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Town of Fairfield reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

• Knowledge of materials, methods, implements and devices used in cleaning operations.
• Ability to perform routine and occasionally strenuous work.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or basic written instructions and to perform work in a safe manner. Must be fluent in using email and text messaging.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with others, including all library staff.
• Skill in making minor repairs including carpentry and painting.
• Good physical condition with strength to lift a minimum of 35 lbs. Ability to climb and use ladders.
• Ability to speak and read English.
• Ability to work well independently.

Required:

High School graduate or equivalent. Valid Driver's License and personal car for deliveries. Minimum of Six (6) months of recent custodial experience preferred. Verifiable work record that demonstrates good attendance, a hard worker, and ability to work well with others.

Generally will work 14–19 hours per week, mainly evening and weekends with some flexibility. Hours may fluctuate based on operational and seasonal needs.