Building Maintenance Worker / Security Guard (PGML)

Position Details JOB TITLE: Building Maintenance Worker / Security Guard DEPARTMENT: Maintenance/Security LOCATION: Priscilla Gardner Main Library REPORTS TO: Building Superintendent CIVIL SERVICE JOB TITLE: Building Maintenance Worker / Security Guard SALARY RANGE: $39,942 - $40,986 per year FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time WORK WEEK: 6am - 8pm (scheduled 35 hours/week). Evenings and weekends will be scheduled as needed. APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 7, 2026 Job Summary 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, protects public property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal or unauthorized entry. SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) license is required or must be obtained within the first 45 days of employment. Job Duties Cleans rooms, offices, public areas and restrooms Washes and cleans windows, floors (sweeps, washes, strips, waxes, and polish, rugs (sweeps and vacuums), may paint in various areas of the branches. May make minor repairs to the heating, electrical and other systems of varied types of buildings and services bathrooms/restrooms. Empties wastebaskets, inside and outdoors, and recycling containers. Assist branch personnel in the removal and storage of books and other items Distributes supplies May trim hedges, rake leaves and refuse, trim driveway and sidewalk edges using equipment. Shovels snow and spreads sand or salt on icy surfaces to prevent slipping. Visually inspects windows, doors, locks, and other fixtures to ensure they are secure or properly locked and have not been tampered with to prevent theft, unlawful entry, and so forth. Removes unwilling person(s) from premises after issuing verbal warning regarding a rule violation concerning disorderly conduct, loitering, unauthorized entry and so forth. Gives verbal warnings to individuals of regulations such as those pertaining to disorderly conduct, loitering, smoking, or entry without proper passes to ensure enforcement of rules intended to protect the building and its occupants. Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of use of and minor adjustment to sweepers, vacuum, furniture, and fixtures. Knowledge of how to make minor repairs to heating, electrical, plumbing, and other systems. Ability to handle cleaning problems, lift and move moderately heavy objects, organize cleaning work. Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Knowledge of techniques used in maintaining order among groups of people congregating on public property. Ability to note significant conditions by observation and to take proper action in accord with prescribed procedures. Required Licenses Appointee will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) license is required or must be obtained within the first 45 days of employment. Notes For all employees, regardless of full‑time or part‑time status, JCFPL is considered the primary employer. Work hours are assigned according to the Library’s operational needs. Work hours are not scheduled to accommodate employees’ other employment, academic, or other outside obligations, except in circumstances agreed upon in writing by the employee and the employee’s supervisor. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job. The 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. Benefit Summary 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: Medical coverage 60 days from the first day of employment, Prescription coverage is the first of the month following 60 days of employment at no cost to the employee and additional cost per each dependent added. 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 $250.00 per year. Additional Full‑Time benefits include Life & AD&D insurance, 403b, Participation in pension plan (dependent on age at the time of hire date). Part‑Time Employee benefits include participation in pension plan and sick/vacation leave. A more detailed summary can be found on our Employment Opportunities page located at Additional Information This vacancy is associated with a New Jersey Civil Service job title. The New Jersey Civil Service Commission requires all incumbents to possess and be prepared to verify the minimum experience and skills required for the associated Civil Service job title. This position is subject to residency requirements as set forth in the New Jersey First Act and not available for work visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr