Custodian - Day Shift

Kalamazoo Public Library • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

The Custodian position at Kalamazoo Public Library involves performing a variety of facilities maintenance and custodial tasks to ensure the cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence of library facilities and grounds. The role is supervised by the Custodial Manager and includes responsibilities such as cleaning, maintenance, and oversight of custodial staff.

Requirements

• Ability to sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors using appropriate cleaning solutions and equipment.
• Knowledge of proper techniques for disinfecting various surfaces.
• Ability to mix cleaning solutions according to specifications.
• Familiarity with facility layout, power boxes, plumbing cut-off valves, and alarms.
• Knowledge and skills necessary for minor plumbing, mechanical, and building repairs.
• Understanding of facility safety procedures and security measures.
• Ability to operate industry-specific power equipment such as buffers and industrial vacuums.

Responsibilities

• Cleans buildings, furnishings, and equipment to achieve established cleaning standards.
• Organizes cleaning closet and supply storage areas; keeps cleaning equipment in good condition.
• Performs routine building and grounds maintenance work including maintaining parking lots and sidewalks, removing snow, and checking exterior lighting.
• Trains and oversees the work of hourly custodians, ensuring satisfactory work outcomes.
• Performs meeting room set-ups and assists users as needed; secures meeting rooms after use.
• Handles assigned work order requests according to priority.
• Responds to typical facilities management needs and emergency situations using established procedures.
• Ensures compliance with local and state building codes as directed by supervisor.
• Performs building maintenance functions including basic plumbing repairs and interior finish repairs.
• Conducts commercial floor care including stripping, waxing, and buffing floors.
• Opens, closes, and secures library following established procedures; operates security systems and checks building conditions.
• Participates in departmental meetings and training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Web Search Portals, Libraries, Archives, and Other Information Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed