Custodian-Public Library

Salary: $40,293.33 Annually
Location : Nashville, TN
Job Type: Full-Time Civil Service
Job Number: C234 FY23
Department: Public Library
Opening Date: 11/21/2023
Closing Date: 11/28/2023 11:59 PM Central
Position Description
The Custodian position located with the Nashville Public Library performs a variety of cleaning and service tasks to keep public grounds and buildings clean, orderly, and maintained. Performs related duties as required. Position may require weekend work.
Employees in this position may be required to travel to various locations to perform assigned duties. Work environment involves moderate risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working under extreme outdoor weather conditions, working around moving parts, carts, or machines, irritant chemicals, etc. May be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, coats, goggles, gloves, or shields. Some physical exertion such as walking, climbing, bending, stooping, stretching, or similar activities required. We have job openings at the Main Library and Branch Services.
Typical Duties

• Cleans and maintains public buildings, including stripping, waxing and buffing floors.
• Sweeps and mops halls, rooms, rest rooms, stairways, and other public areas.
• Cleans and maintains all floors, carpets, furniture, and fixtures.
• Washes windows, walls, blinds, rails, and air vents.
• Performs minor building and fixture repairs.
• Sanitizes, cleans, and restocks rest rooms.
• Removes all litter and debris from the ground; including emptying trash containers.
• Salts and shovels snow and ice.
• Keeps outside area in good repair.
• Prepares rooms for meetings and special events.
• Checks for signs of break-ins or attempted break-ins and vandalism.
• May move, load or unload heavy objects, supplies or other materials.

Minimum Qualifications
Eighth Grade Education and (3) years of general custodial or maintenance experience.
License Required:
Valid Driver License may be required for some positions in this classification.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with equipment, materials and methods used in custodial work
• Experience ordering and maintaining adequate supplies
• Skill in the use of cleaning and/or lawn care equipment
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Bilingual language skills

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.
Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.
Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year
Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year
Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.
Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information
Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.
01
What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Eighth grade education
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree or higher

02
How many years of general custodial or maintenance experience do you have?

• Less than one year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 years or more

03
Briefly describe your custodial or related experience.
04
Do you have a valid Driver License?

• Yes
• No

05
Are you bilingual?

• Yes
• No

06
If you are bilingual, use the area below to list the language(s) and the level of communication.
Required Question