Maintenance Technician – 20 Hours/Week

April 9, 2026
Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

Job Detail
  • Trouble shoots plumbing, electrical, and HVAC issues
  • Recommends repairs and completes repairs of a semi-skilled/skilled nature (licensed journeyman work to be contracted to outside vendor
  • Repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures, valves, and pumps; handles small-scale drain and supply line repairs
  • Replaces breakers, outlets, switches, and light fixtures; troubleshoot circuits
  • Changes lights and lighting fixtures (bulbs and ballast)
  • Responsible for HVAC preventative maintenance
  • Diagnoses issues related to thermostats and controls
  • Performs seasonal system start-ups/shut downs
  • Changes filters
  • Performs carpentry and finish work related to wall, floor, and other building improvements
  • Includes drywall repair, door/hardware installation, cabinetry adjustments, and shelving systems
  • Paints as needed
  • Assembles, repairs, and installs file cabinets, coat racks, shelving, desks, tables and other related items
  • Operates as delivery person between library locations within the system
  • Loads and unloads boxes, supplies, and furniture from delivery trucks
  • Participates in preventative maintenance plan
  • Documents preventative maintenance schedules for HVAC, electrical panels, pumps, and other critical equipment
  • Responsible for safety system support
  • Inspects exit/emergency lights and assists with fire extinguisher and alarm system checks
  • Sets up meeting rooms, arranging tables and chairs, as needed
  • Performs outdoor work with seasonal lawn care and basic landscaping, including mowing, weeding, pruning, planting bulbs/flowers/small plants and watering
  • Includes parking lot up-keep, snow shoveling, and garbage removal
  • Performs preventative maintenance and upkeep of lawn equipment, including oil changes, spark plug replacement, and other related tasks
  • Participates in training classes as needed, including Library Safety, OSHA and related programs
  • Assists departments and branches with special facilities projects as needed
  • Interacts with vendors to provide information and answer questions, as needed and directed by supervisor
  • Keeps abreast of information by regularly reading email, minutes and staff website as well as attending staff meetings
  • Reliable, predictable attendance
  • Performs tasks of lower level classifications as necessary
  • The supervisor require other related duties
  • These duties are nonessential functions of this position


  • Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

    Ability to maintain good relations with the public and with staff; showing tact and courtesy
  • Ability to utilize automated electronic ticketing system to track and carry out job duties; read and follow up on email correspondence
  • Proven experience in building and grounds maintenance and custodial procedures
  • Proven experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and structural systems
  • Regulatory awareness to include knowledge of OSHA facility requirements, local building codes, and ADA compliance basics
  • Ability to read MEP (mechanical/electrical/plumbing) drawings for troubleshooting and small projects
  • Ability to use hand tools, power tools, electrical materials, plumbing equipment, painting/patching materials, and cleaning supplies
  • Ability to take direction and follow detailed instructions; written and oral
  • Ability to cooperate and work with diverse personalities
  • Ability to handle routine problems and work independently across multiple sites with minimal supervision
  • Ability to keep supervisor informed of departmental needs and concerns
  • Ability to handle urgent/emergency calls after hours, as needed


  • Qualifications

    Associates Degree in Facilities Maintenance or related degree or equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and ability
  • 3 – 5 years facility maintenance, custodial, or related experience
  • Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License and meet requirements for driver insurability, as verified through the Library’s Insurance Company; ability to operate 3/4 ton van safely
  • Must be able to attend and successfully complete defensive driving training course


  • Environmental Conditions

    be called at any time to handle maintenance emergencies at any library within the system
  • Must be able to move items related to maintenance
  • This includes delivery of supplies, furniture, books, and delivery bins
  • Ability to transport, push, and/or pull up to 100 lbs
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Will be bending, stooping, reaching, and working on 15-foot laddersl

    Benefits

    Part -time Benefits:

    The library pays an amount equal to 14% of each employee’s salary into the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System, the employee pays 10% to OPERS
  • The library contributes a percentage of the employee’s salary for Medicare
  • Vacation (10–20 days per year depending on length of service and professional status)
  • Sick leave (12 days credit per year)
  • Personal leave (3 days credit per year)
  • Holidays, (8 Stantard, 2 Floating)
  • Parental Leave
  • Merit time off, if warranted
  • Bereavement time, if needed
  • Employee Assistance Program for employee and eligible family members
  • Voluntary participation in the Ohio Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Eligibility for Tuition Reimbursement program after one full year of employment (between $3000 and $4000 per year depending on the subject being studied)
  • Dental insurance: employer pays 100% of employee premium; additional coverage for dependents is at employee expense
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account) ~