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
- 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 for meetings and events.
- Supports shipping and receiving functions by packing and unpacking materials.
- Performs grounds keeping functions such as snow shoveling, lawn and hedge trimming.
- Cleans buildings, including refuse and recycling collection, and replenishing supplies.
- Performs the 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.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Candidates who receive a conditional offer will need to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check and/or Police Information Check at their expense.
Skills
- Maintenance and repair of facilities and related systems and equipment
- Customer service
- Communication (oral and written)
- Teamwork
- Interpersonal skills
- Working in an automated environment
Location
- System-wide
Work Type
- Permanent
- Full Time
- On-site
Education Level
- Grade 12 secondary school program
Salary/Compensations
- $21.924 - $28.009 per hour
About the Company
- London Public Library is a community anchor where people come to learn, create, connect, and discover.
- With 16 neighbourhood branches across the city, a dedication to outreach, and a wide range of online resources, we support Londoners at every age and stage of their lives.
- Our work is guided by our core values: Exceptional Customer Service and Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, supported by Strong Relationships, Digital Empowerment, Accountability and Responsibility, and Foundational Literacies.
- Working for London Public Library means helping to strengthen your community and make a meaningful impact every day.
Equal Opportunity
- London Public Library is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- We welcome applications from all equity-denied groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ people, and women.
- 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.
