Facilities Assistant I

Jefferson County Library•Arnold, MO

About The Position

The Facilities Assistant supports the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the organization’s physical spaces. This role works under the direction of the Facilities Manager to ensure buildings, grounds, and equipment are safe, clean, and functional. Responsibilities include routine inspections, basic repairs, setup for events, and coordination with vendors or contractors. The Facilities Assistant also helps monitor inventory of supplies and assists with logistics related to office moves, deliveries, and facility-related projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency
Ability to operate and instruct others in the use of all equipment necessary to perform duties of the position, including cleaning equipment, hand and power tools, snow removal equipment, power lifts and grounds equipment
Familiarity with all building systems located within the library
Maintain a level of physical fitness required for the position
Move, lift, carry, and put away items, weighing up to 50 pounds, sometimes repetitively
Ability to climb ladders and operate lifts to complete interior and exterior inspections and repairs
Perform strenuous physical activities that require strength and coordination
Tolerate exposures to equipment noise, fumes, allergens, cleaning devices, particulates, and fluctuating temperature
Work in normal and extreme outside weather conditions
Move in and around office equipment, including tight spaces
Remain in a standing, walking and bending position for extended periods of time
May require occasional use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Saturday, Sunday, and/or evening hours may be required.
Compensatory time must be given for all time worked over 40 hours in a week.

Responsibilities

Perform routine repairs required to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency for the library buildings and grounds
Conduct regular walks of the buildings and grounds and take appropriate action as necessary
Coordinate with Adult and Youth Services Departments on program and event setups and breakdowns
Enforce library’s parking policies as needed
Responsible for downed trees, and limbs, etc.as needed
Troubleshoot building systems, maintenance and infrastructure issues as needed, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment, and furniture movement, etc.
Inspect, assemble (if necessary), and deliver incoming equipment and furnishings
Maintain open lines of communication with administration regarding any building, grounds, mechanical, and maintenance issues
Performs janitorial and custodial tasks
Provide friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable customer service to patrons and library staff with respect to building, parking lot, and grounds