Custodian

Maplewood Public Library is seeking a responsible, dependable, and detail-oriented individual for an open part-time Custodian position. The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for Library visitors.

Salary and Schedule:
Position to begin July 1, 2026
$17/hour
3 hours/day, 5 days/week during times the Library is closed
Library hours are 9am-8pm Monday-Thursday and 9am-5pm Friday-Saturday

Education and experience:
Minimum of 2 years of custodial experience required.
No educational requirements, but applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

● Dust shelves, ledges, displays, light fixtures, and door frames

● Clean interior windows and glass doors

● Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors

● Clean, dust, and polish furniture

● Remove dirt/markings from interior surfaces (doors, walls, etc.)

● Clean and disinfect restrooms, as well as all touch points and flat surfaces

● Restock supplies in restrooms

● Maintain janitorial closet in a neat and organized manner and keep inventory of supplies

● Empty trash and recycling receptacles

● Reset Meeting Room as needed

● Clean staff work area and break room

● Perform periodic deep cleans

● Inspect Library for safety issues and report or correct them as required

● Provide upkeep to outdoor Library premises by picking up litter, watering plants, and emptying cigarette receptacle

● Minor repairs as needed

● Adhere to safety measures for cleaning, lifting, moving, and operating equipment

● Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

● Thorough knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, and equipment, as well as safety practices and procedures

● Ability to use vacuums and other common cleaning tools, as well as basic hand tools for minor repairs

● Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

● Ability to stand for long periods of time, stoop or bend, kneel, and climb a ladder

● Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 50 pounds

● Sufficient vision to perform detail work

● Ability to work independently with little to no supervision

A criminal background check will be required for those candidates receiving an offer of employment.

Maplewood Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor. We celebrate diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person