Custodian - Library

Custodian - Library

Salary

$20.45 Hourly

Location

La Crosse, WI

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

00857

Department/Division

Library

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Custodian - La Crosse Public Library: Grow your career with us! The City of La Crosse is seeking to fill a part-time Custodian position at the La Crosse Public Library. The La Crosse Public Library provides accessible materials, engaging programs and inclusive services for the community. This position performs general cleaning and grounds care duties, and other duties as required. Provides outstanding internal service. Because of the nature of the job duties, daily onsite work attendance is critical. Starting wage for this non-exempt position is $20.45 per hour (40 hours bi-weekly), depending on candidate qualifications. Working hours for this position will primarily be evening hours.

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or GED are required. Minimum one year's experience in janitorial or custodial work. Basic knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices needed in cleaning carpeting, flooring and furniture. Knowledge and ability to use lawn and snow removal equipment. Must hold a valid driver's license. Ability to work evenings and weekends, and adapt to schedule changes.

Benefits: Voluntary dental and vision plans, paid holidays, vacations, and sick leave.

Selected candidate is subject to background check and post-offer/pre-employment drug screen. Applications are accepted through October 26, 2026. To be considered, submit an employment application and resume by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacrossewi

.

Work schedule

Part-time, mornings, evenings, weekends.

General Job Description

Under general supervision performs general cleaning and grounds care duties; performs other duties as

required.

Primary Duties

• Cleans and maintains floors, restrooms, glass, and all other interior and exterior surfaces.
• Empties trash receptacles and readies trash for regular garbage pickup. Keeps up to date on recycling procedures.
• Maintains an orderly and sufficient supply of cleaning materials and promptly notifies the building maintenance supervisor of re-ordering requirements.
• Performs routine upkeep of the library grounds through raking, pulling weeds, pickup of litter, snow removal, and sanding/salting walks.

Secondary Duties

• Assists in meeting room setups as needed.
• Backs up other workers as needed at all locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year's experience in janitorial work.
• Knowledge of lawn care and snow removal power equipment.
• Valid driver's license.

Physical Demands

• Requires full range of body motion including standing, sitting, bending, walking, stooping, reaching in tight places, shoveling, mowing, and climbing vertical and step ladders.
• Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds and the ability to push objects weighing up to 250 pounds on wheels.
• Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination when moving library materials or operating automated equipment and power tools.
• Good vision correctable to 20/20 and in color.
• Clear speaking voice and good hearing.

Service Expectation for All Library Employees

Service, both to our public and internally, is the highest priority for the organization. For positions in public service roles, employees are expected to be scheduled at a public service point for up to 50% of their workweek. For positions where providing programming is a primary duty, up to 25% of work time may be scheduled at a public service point. On occasions of staffing shortages, employees may be required to cover desk shifts beyond the basic percentages listed. Employees in roles without regular public-facing duties may be called upon to assist with tasks outside of their usual work, including but not limited to working public service points or providing support in another way so that coverage may be achieved.

General Requirements for All Library Employees

• Ability to project workplace image of specific job title.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers.
• Ability to comprehend and follow library policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop an awareness of library-wide operations.
• Ability to exercise good judgment at all times.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of specific job title.
• Participates in monthly staff, department and management team meetings.

Job Performance Standards

• Actively supports La Crosse Public Library's mission.
• Maintains patron confidentiality and library rights.
• Adheres to library guidelines, work rules and other employee policies.
• Conveys a courteous and professional attitude.
• Fosters and maintains positive public relations for the library within the community.

Required Talents & Leadership Competencies

Talents: service, ethics, arranger, responsibility, creativity, empathy, persuasion

Leadership Competencies: vision, strategic thinking, conflict management, continuous learning, flexibility, team building, customer service, interpersonal skills, oral and written communications

DEFINITIONS FOR REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Talents

• Service: a drive to be of service to others
• Ethics: a clear understanding of right and wrong which guides actions
• Arranger: an ability to orchestrate
• Responsibility: a need to assume personal accountability for work
• Creativity: ability to break existing configurations in favor of more effective/appealing ones
• Empathy: an ability to identify the feelings and perspectives of others
• Persuasion: an ability to persuade others logically

Leadership

• Vision: Takes a long-term view and acts as a catalyst for organizational change; builds a shared vision with others. Influences others to translate vision into action.
• Strategic thinking: Formulates effective strategies consistent with the business and competitive strategy of the organization. Examines policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective. Determines objectives and sets priorities; anticipates potential threats or opportunities.
• Conflict management: Identifies and takes steps to prevent potential situations that could result in unpleasant confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a positive and constructive manner to minimize negative impact.
• Continuous learning: Grasps the essence of new information; masters new technical and business knowledge; recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development; seeks feedback from others and opportunities to master new knowledge.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions or unexpected obstacles. Adjust rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.
• Team building: Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward goal accomplishments. Consistently develops and sustains cooperative working relationships. Encourages and facilitates cooperation within the organization and with customer groups; fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, trust.
• Customer service: Balances interests of a variety of clients. Readily readjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing client demands. Anticipates and meets the need of clients. In committed to continuous improvement of services.
• Interpersonal skills: Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people in different situations; is tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treats others with respect.
• Oral communications: Listens effectively and clarifies information as needed. Facilitates an open exchange of ideas and fosters an atmosphere of open communications.
• Written communications: Expresses facts and ideas in writing in a clear, convincing and organized manner.

To follow is a brief summary of the benefits the City of La Crosse offers to its employees. Benefits and benefit eligibility will vary by position. Detailed benefits information can be found on the Citys website under Department>Human Resources>Employee Benefits.

1) Medical Benefit Plan - Offered to all full-time, non-represented or unionized employees. Coverage for eligible medical expenses and prescriptions. Note: Employees hired full-time on or after 1/1/14 are not eligible for retiree medical benefit plan coverage.

2) Pension (Wisconsin Retirement System-WRS) - Automatic enrollment for full-time positions. Eligibility for part-time positions varies by position and is determined by the number of hours and duration of the position. For eligible positions, contributions begin date of hire. Employer contributions are paid by the employer. Employees are required to pay 50% of the total WRS contribution rate for "general" employees. 2026 rate is 7.2% of pre-tax earnings.

3) Life Insurance - (follows WRS eligibility) Up to five times the employees annual salary is available. Spouse/dependent coverage options also available.

4) Income Continuation Insurance - (follows WRS enrollment) A short or long term disability insurance. Various options available for waiting periods.

5) Section #125 Plan - Offered to non-represented or unionized employees working 20 hours/week or more. This is a flexible spending account to defer money from your paycheck pre-tax in a dependent care or medical account.

6) Vision Plan - Offered to non-represented or unionized employees working 20 hours/week or more. This is a voluntary plan, completely funded by the employee.

7) Dental Plan - Offered to non-represented or unionized employees working 20 hours/week or more. This is a voluntary plan, completely funded by the employee. Employees can choose between two different dental plans.

8) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Offered to non-represented or unionized employees working 20 hours/week or more. May enroll at any time. Employees may elect for pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions to be placed in a retirement investment account.

9) Roth IRA - Offered to non-represented or unionized employees working 20 hours/week or more. May enroll at any time. Employees may elect for payroll deductions to be placed in a Roth IRA.

10) Paid Leave Time - Vacation, sick leave, personal business leave, family care leave, and holidays. Actual leave accrual determined by employee handbook or union contracts.

11) Accident Insurance - pays a cash benefit when you or your covered family members suffer injuries sustained in an accident. The enrollment period for new hires is within the first 30 days of hire. The effective date is when the completed, timely form is received by the employer.

Employer City of La Crosse

Address 400 La Crosse St

La Crosse, Wisconsin, 54601

Phone (608)789-7574

Website http://www.cityoflacrosse.org