What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Library Custodian - Staten Island position at The New York Public Library?
Department: Branch Libraries
Location: St. George Library Center
Compensation: $43,490 / year
Overview:
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL's neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.
NYPL is seeking a Junior Library Custodian to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.
Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision of the Cleaning Operations Coordinator, the Junior Library Custodian:
- Cleans and maintains the Library building and grounds
- Buffs, strips and waxes floors
- Shampoos carpets
- Replaces light bulbs
- Handles snow removal
- Prepares maintenance reports and maintains inventory of bathroom and cleaning supplies
- Takes necessary action to safeguard the building during an emergency and escalates issues to appropriate personnel
- Communicates with Library Manager on a regular basis to determine branch needs
- Travels between branches within assigned network
- Will be assigned to two sites and may be assigned to work at other locations as needed
Required Education & Certifications
- High School Diploma or GED and prior basic custodial/building superintendent work
- Successfully demonstrated experience and knowledge of the standard practices, materials and equipment to be used in commercial building cleaning work.
- Knowledge of material safety data sheets, safety practices and procedures
- Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated flexibility and reliability
- Ability to perform manual work consisting of cleaning, heavy lifting, snow removal and working from high ladders, scaffolds and electrical lifts
- Heavy lifting may be required
- Performs related duties as required
- Valid driver's license and clear driving record
- Must pass physical exam
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
- N/A
- Knowledge of mixing chemicals to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications
- Knowledge of using commercial cleaning equipment
- Problem-solve maintenance issues as they arise
Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
- Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
- Be Resourceful in solving problems
- Be Curious in all aspects of your work
- Be Welcoming and Inclusive
- Public Service Library
- Requires bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting/moving 50 pounds and up
- May require travel to Library buildings throughout NYC
Yes
Union
Local 374
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
40 hours per week
The New York Public Library Salary Statement
At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.
Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).
Salary : $43,490
