Current Job Opportunities 

Updated 05/08/2024

Maintenance Technician

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Salary: $15.00/Hour

Work Schedule: 20 Hours/Week, Part-Time, Primarily days/afternoons; evenings and Saturdays as needed 

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely conducting general repairs and preventative maintenance activities on Library equipment, property, structures, and grounds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct maintenance on electrical systems including changing ballasts, breakers, GFIs, and lightbulbs
• Conduct maintenance on HVAC systems including filter changes, coil cleanings, and general troubleshooting
• Conduct maintenance on plumbing systems including snaking drains, replacing fixtures, and repairing leaks
• Undertake pest control activities, including spraying insecticides
• Clearly and proactively communicate activities, whereabouts, and maintenance status with Manager
• Keep all appropriate personnel informed of any potential problems or emergency situations
• Assist with grounds management, including snow and leaf removal
• Perform drywall repair, painting, and light carpentry as necessary
• Assist in the setup of displays and meeting rooms
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Make decisions and work independently and interdependently
• Accept and manage change
• Maintain composure and overcome stress in any situation
• Identify efficiencies and suggest improvements in workflow
• Be enthusiastic, creative, flexible, energetic, value diversity, and possess a sense of humor
• Solve problems in a professional manner with library patrons, co-workers, manager, and Leadership
• Form and maintain excellent working relationships
• Adapt to a flexible schedule when required in order to meet vendors, perform work during closed hours, and respond to emergency situations
• Safely and effectively use hand, power, and cleaning equipment
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements include:

Strong interpersonal skills and additional abilities such as good verbal and written communication, technology, leadership & decision-making, critical thinking & problem solving, and time management. Commits to excellent customer service and is self-motivated and innovative. Possess valid Indiana driver’s license with a clean driving record. High school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience and CPR certification or willingness to attain within 6 months.