The Tuscarawas County Public Library System is seeking a motivated individual who will temporarily assume the role of Maintenance Assistant.
Position: Maintenance Assistant (Temporary)
Status: Immediate through end of March 2027; up to 20 hours per week Monday through Friday; morning availability required (7am-11am) with potential for occasional evenings and weekends.
Salary: $14.50/hour (effective 1/1/2027 pay rate will increase to $15.50/hour)
Benefits: This position is temporary and does not include benefits.
Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent; work experience and/or equivalent preferred; may be required to load, unload, lift, shelve, transfer and/or transport materials up to 75 lbs. including cargo and bookdrop; must provide own transportation in fulfillment of job duties; must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Driver’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 throughout 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 the 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, familiarity with Microsoft Word, e-mail skills, data entry, and file management
- Comfortable with mobile technology (tablets, laptops, 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 Berry
Human Resources Specialist humanresources@tusclibrary.org
Tuscarawas County Public Library System
121 Fair Avenue NW
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Please reach out via email with any employment inquiries. Thank you.