The Tuscarawas County Public Library System is seeking a motivated individual who will assume the role of Maintenance Assistant.
Position: Maintenance Assistant
Status: 25 hours per week; Mon. - Thurs; Afternoon shift required; occasional mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed
Salary: $14.50 / hour plus benefits
Benefits:
Paid holidays (13), vacation, and sick leave
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
OPERS Retirement Plan
Ohio Deferred Compensation Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; job experience and / or equivalent preferred; may be required to load, unload, lift, shelve, transfer, and/or transport materials up to 75lbs. including cargo and bookdrop; provide own transportation in fulfillment of job duties; be available evenings and weekends. Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Must be insurable under the library's automobile/vehicle insurance policy.
Job Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Support Services Manager, the Maintenance Assistant will perform a variety of facility related duties; including both custodial and maintenance tasks. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Completes daily maintenance requests and regularly reports work status to his/her Supervisor
- Responsible for keeping library vehicles fueled, clean, and in good working condition
- Responsible for working with tools, ladders, and maintenance supplies as directed
- Performs a variety of tasks, for example, installs, repairs, maintains, and otherwise cares for buildings, fixtures, and equipment
- Packs, unpacks, and transports supplies and materials through the system
- Performs minor electrical repairs: replaces switches & outlets, ballasts, and interior/exterior lights
- Performs minor plumbing repairs and replacements: washers, faucets, disposals, and toilets
- Moves or assembles furniture and shelving
- Prepares and/or paints interior/exterior building surfaces
- Serves as liaison with branch supervisor in relation to material deliveries and/or maintenance
- Performs general labor and grounds maintenance; mowing grass, lawn edging, weed removal, cleaning, trash disposal, and snow removal
- Sets up facilities for meetings, programs, and events
- May coordinate and/or pickup custodial maintenance supplies
- May empty trash and recycling containers
- Addresses customer concerns and complaints; refers them to supervisor/manager when appropriate
- Monitors customer usage of library facilities and takes a proactive approach in preventing disruptive or unsafe behaviors or conditions
Job Requirements:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; listening and interpersonal skills; organizational skills;
- Knowledge of commercial janitorial cleaning methods
- Computer knowledge including Internet searching, familiar with Microsoft Word, e-mail skills, data entry, and file management
- comfortable with mobile technology (tablets, laptop, etc.)
- Knowledge of basic maintenance skills
- Ability to operate mechanical equipment
Interested persons should submit a completed job application with three personal references through the online application portal or directly to:
Megann Hohman
Human Resources Specialist
Tuscarawas County Public Library System
121 Fair Avenue NW
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
