Junior Library Custodian Job at Brooklyn Public Library in Brooklyn

Overview :

Brooklyn Public Library?(BPL) is one of the nations largest library systems and among New York Citys most democratic institutions. As a leader in developing modern 21st-century libraries, we provide resources to support personal advancement, foster civic literacy, and strengthen the fabric of community among the more than 2.7 million individuals who call Brooklyn home. BPL provide nearly 60,000 free programs a year with writers, thinkers, artists, and educatorsfrom around the corner and around the world.?And we give patrons?millions of opportunities to enjoy one of lifes greatest satisfactions : the joy of a good book.

The Junior Library Custodians main responsibility is the cleaning and maintenance of Library buildings and grounds (including interior, exterior, and roofs), and performing custodial tasks.

Responsibilities :

• Make recommendations for repairs and maintenance upkeep
• Make minor repairs and replace equipment as required
• Responsible for room set-up and the moving of furniture and equipment
• Keep inventories and records, order supplies, and prepares required reports
• Enforce safety requirements and protects the building and grounds
• Graffiti removal, fire department inspections, multiple clean-up of grounds area, opening doors for staff, UPS, FedEx, bottled water deliveries and set-up, opening / monitoring buildings for Department of Design & Construction (DDC) and construction activities, proper recycling and sorting, garbage disposal, and will assist with Interchange and deliveries.
• Frequently bends, kneels & crouches
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, odors, dirt & dust
• Travel may be required between multiple locations
• Perform other related work as required
• Ability to work at other locations

Qualifications :

This is a union position and the starting salary is $37,815.

Salary : $37,815