Building Maintenance Worker​/Security Guard; Lafayette

BENEFIT

SUMMARY:

This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance. Benefits available to Full-Time Employees include:
Medical coverage 60 days from the first day of employment;
Prescription coverage begins the first of the month following 60 days of employment;
Dental coverage is provided at no cost 60 days after the first day of employment;
Vision coverage is provided at no cost and reimbursed at $250 per year;
Life & AD&D insurance; 403(b); participation in pension plan (dependent on age at the time of hire). Part-Time employees include pension plan participation and sick/vacation leave. A more detailed summary can be found on our Employment Opportunities page ibrary.org.

JCFPL is the largest municipal library in the State of New Jersey, with ten locations and growing, serving Jersey City and surrounding communities. The staff reflects the cultural and linguistic diversity of Jersey City, with many languages spoken.

Under direction, the candidate will perform varied simple and moderately physically strenuous tasks involved in cleaning and maintaining public library buildings and grounds. May assist in making minor repairs to buildings and/or equipment and other related duties as required. Patrols the library grounds and buildings to provide protection to persons gathered therein from harm, and protects public property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal or unauthorized entry.

License requirement: SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) license is required or must be obtained within the first 45 days of employment.

The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrative. Omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Cleans rooms, offices, public areas and restrooms
• Washes and cleans windows; cleans floors (sweeps, washes, strips, waxes, and polish); vacuums carpets and rugs;
  May paint in various areas
• May make minor repairs to heating, electrical, and other systems
• Empties wastebaskets, inside and outdoors; assists with removal and storage of books and other items
• Distributes supplies
• May trim hedges, rake leaves, trim driveway and sidewalk edges using equipment
• Shovels snow and spreads sand or salt on icy surfaces
• Visually inspects windows, doors, locks, and other fixtures to ensure security and proper operation
• Removes individuals from premises following verbal warnings for violations of rules
• Gives verbal warnings to individuals regarding regulations to enforce building rules

• Knowledge of use of and minor adjustment to sweepers, vacuum, furniture, and fixtures
• Knowledge of minor repairs to heating, electrical, plumbing, and other systems
• Ability to handle cleaning equipment and move moderately heavy objects; organize cleaning work
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position;
  American Sign Language or Braille may be considered acceptable forms of communication
• Knowledge of techniques for maintaining order among groups of people on public property
• Ability to note significant conditions by observation and take proper action per procedures

• Appointee must possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey if operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform duties
• SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) license is required or must be obtained within the first 45 days of employment

Notes: This job description is not designed to cover all duties and responsibilities. Omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if related work is assigned.

This vacancy is associated with a New Jersey Civil Service job title. The Civil Service Commission requires incumbents to verify the minimum experience and skills required for the title.

This position is subject to residency requirements as set forth in the New Jersey First Act and not available for work visa sponsorship.