Maintenance Associate

Full Time Non-Exempt: 37.50 hours per week, Tuesday-Thursday 12-8pm, Friday 10-6pm, Saturday 9-5pm

The Deerfield Public Library is looking for a dedicated professional committed to providing excellent customer service to patrons and staff and assuring a high level of productivity in facility operations. Areas of responsibility include housekeeping, minor building maintenance, and meeting rooms set up to ensure a welcoming, clean and safe environment for patrons and staff. The ideal candidate will also be flexible, proactive and have the ability to handle a variety of library facility responsibilities.

Benefits:

• $22.00-$26.00 hourly based on qualifications, payment bi-weekly + full benefits package
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Participation in the IMRF pension plan
• Retirement Savings Plan Options Deferred Compensation (457) and Roth IRA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace and Staff Yoga

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform routine building maintenance duties, including housekeeping, minor building repairs
• Arrange and set up meeting rooms to ensure a welcoming, clean, and safe environment for patrons and staff alike 
• Complete minor administrative duties, such as regularly checking email for interdepartmental updates, keeping accurate timesheets, and helping the Maintenance Manager maintain accurate maintenance records 
• Comply with all safety and health regulations
• Keep inventory of maintenance and cleaning supplies and equipment, and report needs to the supervisor
• Respond to calls for maintenance and repairs
• Respond to alarms or building incidents by notifying the Person in Charge and completing a detailed Library Incident Report
• Uphold the cleanliness of the building and grounds
• Actively seek and incorporate feedback, ideas, and recommendations from peers and superiors regarding library facility operations
• Execute all tasks in a safe and courteous manner, maintaining composure during emergencies
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues to the best of your ability seeking additional help when necessary
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Reliable transportation is required
• A minimum of 1 year experience in custodial or maintenance preferred 
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including SOP and maintenance schedules) is a plus
• Strong verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with peers and superiors

EEO Statement:

• The Deerfield Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.