Assistant Library Custodian

Assistant Library Custodian – Brooklyn Public Library

Position type:
Full‑time, union, non‑exempt. Hiring salary: $41,620.80.

Job summary:

Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of library buildings and grounds, including interior, exterior, and roofs. Perform custodial tasks such as sweeping, dusting, mopping, polishing, waxing, vacuuming, and refuse disposal. Operate elevators, low‑pressure HVAC systems, and seasonal maintenance equipment. Inspect buildings and grounds for repair needs and maintain immediate grounds.

• Assist in cleaning and maintaining library buildings and grounds (interior, exterior, roofs)
• Perform custodial duties such as sweeping, dusting, mopping, polishing, waxing, vacuuming, and refuse disposal
• Operate elevators, low‑pressure heating and air conditioning systems, and other custodial equipment
• Conduct seasonal maintenance (cleaning walks, leaf and snow removal) and maintain immediate grounds
• Inspect buildings and grounds to identify repair and maintenance needs
• Make recommendations for repairs and maintenance upkeep
• Perform minor repairs and replace equipment as needed
• Set up rooms, move furniture and equipment, and assist with furniture layout
• Keep inventories, records, order supplies, and prepare required reports
• Enforce safety requirements and protect building and grounds
• Handle graffiti removal, fire department inspections, and multiple clean‑up of grounds area
• Open doors for staff, UPS, Fed Ex, bottled water deliveries; set up deliveries and monitoring buildings for DDC and construction activities
• Perform proper recycling and sorting and garbage disposal
• Travel between multiple locations as required
• Provide relief, vacation coverage, and other related work as needed

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum two years of custodial‑related experience
• Working knowledge of all custodial tasks, operations, and equipment
• Ability to meet physical and medical requirements, climb ladders, bend, stand long periods in all weather conditions, lift or move objects up to 60lbs
• Ability to use and operate custodial tools and equipment safely and efficiently
• Demonstrated oral and in‑service demonstration of proper procedures, techniques, and methods for safe, efficient performance
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision while working effectively and collegially in a large system
• Good oral and written communication skills; ability to comprehend safety materials and instructions
• Ability to work all shifts, including holidays, Saturdays, Sundays; different shifts available

Application window closes on 7/9/2026. Brooklyn Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.