Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Overview POSTING DATE: December 23, 2025 JOB TITLE: Facilities Maintenance Assistant, Grade 21 LOCATION: Headquarters Library DATE AVAILABLE: February 1, 2026 SALARY: $33,626 annually to $38,125 annually. (Includes generous benefits package) HOURS: 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. Must be flexible to accommodate emergency situations that may arise. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience in general building maintenance and related work. Must be able to lift 70 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Must pass pre-employment testing. Essential Functions Conducts general building and facilities maintenance activities; operates equipment; maintains and repairs buildings and equipment; performs carpentry, electrical, plumbing and mechanical maintenance and repair tasks. Maintains, repairs, and installs various building related systems including electrical, plumbing, sewer, HVAC, etc. Performs periodic preventive maintenance work: cleaning filters, coils, and strainers; adjusts or changes belts, greases and oils pumps, motors and bearings. Services air conditioning, heat pumps, and boiler equipment as necessary. Performs painting projects; drywall repair; pressure washing; moves furniture and other tasks as needed. In absence of other staff, may substitute on courier route or other duties performed by Maintenance Helper. Knowledge & Skills Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from vocational or technical college and some experience as a semi-skilled or skilled worker in building maintenance and related work. General knowledge of common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of building and vehicular maintenance trades; general knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials; skill in the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance and repair tasks; general computer skills and the ability to write and prepare written reports and correspondence on technical subjects and issues; good analytical skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and library patrons. Must have the ability to read and understand written instructions in English from a piece of paper or on a computer screen; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to solve problems within the scope of responsibility; ability to operate equipment and tools safely; background in electrical and plumbing a plus. HVAC certificate and/or pool certificate a plus. Perform vehicle maintenance tasks such as changing oil, minor repairs, etc. Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of South Carolina and a 10-year good driving record. Qualifications Education/Experience requirements stated above apply. Must be able to lift 70 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently. Must pass pre-employment testing. Additional information The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug testing is part of the library’s hiring process. If you require accommodations in applying for any position, please request assistance. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco-free. #J-18808-Ljbffr Infodepot