Maintenance Assistant II - Full Time

Euclid Public Library

  • Euclid, Ohio
  • 5 days ago
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    Skills

    • Carpentryunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Conferencesunmatched
    • Custodial Servicesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Emergency Responseunmatched
    • Environmental Healthunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Furnitureunmatched
    • Furniture Movingunmatched
    • Furniture Repairunmatched
    • Groundskeepingunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Heavy Liftingunmatched
    • Home Security Systemunmatched
    • Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Literacyunmatched
    • Maintenance - Electricalunmatched
    • Maintenance - HVACunmatched
    • Maintenance - Plumbingunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Office Equipmentunmatched
    • Operating Systemsunmatched
    • Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
    • Pest Controlunmatched
    • Plumbingunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Professional Servicesunmatched
    • Property Maintenanceunmatched
    • Public Libraryunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Seminarsunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • System Operationsunmatched
    • Systems Maintenanceunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collectionunmatched
    • Weldingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

    Description

    MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT II
    FULL-TIME 40 HOURS PER WEEK
     
    Euclid Public Library is seeking a responsible, detail oriented, self-starter to fill a open full-time Maintenance Assistant II position. Custodial duties for this position include, but are not limited to opening the building, cleaning restrooms and offices, vacuuming, trash removal, snow removal and meeting room set-up.  Building services duties for this position include, but are not limited to assisting with electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems and other related building projects; troubleshooting building issues; repairing and assembling office equipment, furniture, and shelves; repairing electrical fixtures and plumbing fixtures and maintaining equipment.  Working knowledge of HVAC and lighting control software systems is an asset.
     
    Minimum requirements: high school diploma, or equivalent required, with a minimum of two-year's experience in custodial or building services.  A valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record is required.  A valid low pressure boiler license preferred.
     
    Work requires heavy/hard physical effort: lifting or moving heavy materials or furniture weighing thirty pounds or more; shoveling snow; climbing ladders; or working from a lift at 25 to 30 feet; frequent bending, stooping, and/or kneeling; fair working conditions.
     
    Work hours: 40 hours per week, Schedule - Monday through Thursday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM; every other Saturday; Sunday rotation 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM (October to May).  Responds to emergencies during off-duty hours as needed.  Hours are subject to change based on the needs of the library.
     
    Starting Rate: $15.76 per hour with health, dental, life and paid leave benefits
     
    Date of posting: July 23, 2026 - open until filled
     
    NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
     
    Position Title: Maintenance Assistant II
    Department: Maintenance Services
    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
    Reports To: Supervisor of Maintenance Services
    Last Revision: July 2026
    Grade: 6

    POSITION SUMMARY
     
    The Euclid Public Library is committed to our mission of Excellence, Professionalism and Learning, so that we can live our vision of being the gem of the community, while always supporting our values of literacy, creativity, innovation, customer service, respect, collaboration and fiscal responsibility.  The Maintenance Assistant II assists in accomplishing that mission by performing housekeeping, groundskeeping, and building services, assisting with the operation and maintenance of building and grounds.
     
    POSITION DUTIES
     
    40%     Housekeeping  
    * Cleans and disinfects washrooms and refills supplies
    * Cleans and sanitizes furniture, woodwork, offices, service desks, & computers
    * Cleans windows, doors, walls, baseboards, ceiling fixtures, etc.
    * Cleans and dusts bookshelves and end panels
    * Empties trash and cleans trash containers
    * Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes and buffs tile floors
    * Vacuums, cleans/spot cleans carpets/upholstery, and mats
     
    35%     Building Operations and Maintenance
    * Arms the burglar alarm when closing the building
    * Assists Circulation staff when bed bugs are encountered in returned items; sprays, sets up bed bug
      heater, cleans book-drop bin
    * Assists with custodial supply inventory
    * Assists with electrical, plumbing, and/or other related building projects/upgrades as needed
    * Assists with maintenance and operation of HVAC system and related equipment
    * Maintains vacuums, scrubbers, snow throwers, emergency equipment, etc.
    * Paints and repairs walls, doors, and parking stripes
    * Repairs and/or assembles office equipment, furniture, and shelves
    * Repairs electrical fixtures, lights, outlets, switches, and replaces bulbs
    * Repairs plumbing fixtures, faucets, valve assemblies, and drains
    * Responds to emergencies during off-duty hours as needed
    * Troubleshoots building issues such as clogged toilets and sinks, continuous running water, hot water tank
       leakage
    * Uses a welder to repair meeting room chairs
     
    15%     Building Services
    * Delivers materials and supplies to branch location(s) and runs errands
    * Empties book/video drops
    * Opens and closes building for staff and public, performs building security check
    * Receives and distributes supplies and materials; moves furniture and equipment
    * Sets up and takes down tables and chairs for events and meeting rooms
    * Sets up parking cones, tents, tables, chairs, and carries equipment for outdoor programs
     
    5%     Grounds keeping
    * Shovels snow and runs snow thrower; salts walks and parking lot
    * Sweeps walks and parking lots; picks up litter and debris
     
    5%     Miscellaneous
    * Alerts supervisor to problems encountered in work routine
    * Attends meetings and serves on internal committees
    * Directs patrons to appropriate areas of the library
    * Maintains and increases knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training
      seminars and in-service training sessions
    * Participates in the Strategic Planning process
    * Performs additional duties and assignments, as requested
    * Sends and receives email and reads information on the Internet
     
    QUALIFICATIONS
     
    Education, Training and/or Experience
    * High School diploma, or equivalent required; a minimum of two (2) years' experience in custodial or building maintenance
    * Valid Ohio driver’s license with acceptable driving record
    * Valid low pressure boiler's license preferred
     
    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics
    * Ability to drive a motor vehicle
    * Ability to follow oral and written instructions
    * Ability to organize work
    * Ability to read and understand basic technical manuals
    * Ability to tactfully and effectively communicate with patrons and staff in a personable and
      professional manner
    * Ability to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds
      for the purpose of providing professional service
    * Ability to work independently and perform work in a safe and efficient manner
    * Knowledge of basic HVAC system operation and maintenance
    * Knowledge of basic painting, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing repair methods
    * Knowledge of emergency and maintenance equipment operation, troubleshooting and repair*
    * Knowledge of grounds keeping and housekeeping methods*
    * Knowledge of moving and lifting methods*
    * Knowledge of the American Library Association Library Bill of Rights*
    * Knowledge of Core Competencies required for position*
    * Knowledge of Pest Management techniques*
    * Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements*
    * Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
    * Proficient with online resources; including e-mail and online operating systems*
    * Working knowledge of library policies, procedures and services*
    * Understanding of patron confidentiality requirements and ethics responsibilities under Ohio law*
     
    *May be acquired after hire.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS
     
    Work requires heavy/hard physical effort, includes working with hand tools; lifting or moving heavy materials or furniture weighing thirty pounds or more; shoveling snow; climbing ladders or working from lift at 25 to 30 feet.  Frequent bending, stooping, and/or kneeling. Requires the ability to communicate and exchange information and prepare work documents

    WORKING CONDITIONS
     
    Work performed in fair working conditions -- frequently subjected to poor physical or environmental conditions and/or health and safety hazards. There is daily use of a computer. Position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and requires periodic participation at library events and meetings.

     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationEuclid, Ohio
    Websitehttps://www.euclidlibrary.org/employment

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