About the Role
Contributes to the accomplishment of Library goals and objectives for the provision of library service to the public. Enables staff to carry out the mission of London Public Library in providing public library services through well functioning, energy efficient and safe buildings, property and equipment. Reporting to the Supervisor, Facility Services, performs maintenance and repair work, sets up rooms, performs grounds keeping and cleaning functions.
Responsibilities
- Ensures maximum utilization and security of all facilities, property and related equipment, system-wide.
- Performs maintenance work and minor repairs on building, plumbing and electrical systems, equipment and furniture.
- Supports the implementation of the energy management program.
- Assesses emergencies and attempts to resolve problems, referring complex issues to the Supervisor.
- Sets up and takes down rooms with tables, chairs, equipment, etc. for meetings and events.
- Supports shipping/receiving functions by packing and unpacking materials.
- Performs grounds keeping functions such as snow shoveling, lawn and hedge trimming.
- Cleans buildings, including refuse/recycling collection and replenishing supplies.
- Performs work of Delivery Driver, as required.
- Drives Library vehicles.
- Maintains good relations and effective communication with staff and the public.
- Works at multiple locations on a system-wide basis.
- Works scheduled standby hours, including days, nights, holidays and weekends.
- Responds to emergency calls during and outside regular hours.
- Performs work in compliance with all applicable legislation, codes and Library policies and procedures.
- Performs related duties and undertakes special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Completion of Grade 12 secondary school program with specialization in courses providing relevant technical skills.
- Previous experience in building maintenance.
- Ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent customer service skills and ability to listen and find solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to build beneficial relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully in an automated environment.
- Current and valid Ontario G Driver’s License.
Skills
- Building maintenance
- Minor repairs (plumbing, electrical)
- Grounds keeping
- Cleaning
- Customer service
- Communication (oral and written)
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Automated environment proficiency
Location
- System-wide
Work Type
- Full-time
- Standby hours
- Emergency call response
Experience Level
- Previous experience in building maintenance required
Education Level
- Grade 12 secondary school program
Salary/Compensations
- Band 2 - $21.924 - $28.009 per hour
About the Company
- London Public Library provides public library services through well functioning, energy efficient and safe buildings, property and equipment.
Equal Opportunity
- London Public Library is committed to a fair, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment process.
- We follow the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to ensure all applicants are supported.
- If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let the HR representative know when you are contacted. We will work with you to make sure your needs are met.
