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This position requires a stationary engineer's license and oversees the librarys ground and building maintenance, cleaning, safety, and security at the Librarys 116,000 square foot facility. They supervise the maintenance technician(s), security officer(s), and additional maintenance workers as required and also oversees the cleaning contract for the vendor of custodial services. This individual oversees and is responsible for assuring that the library building is clean and inviting, and generally in a condition that invites public use.

• Facilities Maintenance and Operations:
  • Oversee daily operations related to building maintenance, repair, and general upkeep.
  • Manage all aspects of building systems, including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and grounds maintenance.
  • Ensure all equipment and systems are functioning properly and comply with relevant safety standards.
  • Develop and maintain a proactive maintenance schedule to prevent breakdowns and minimize downtime.
• Contractor Management and Budgeting:
  • Obtain cost estimates for repairs or renovations that cannot be handled in-house.
  • Assist with the preparation of project specifications and manage the solicitation of bids from contractors.
  • Evaluate bids and make recommendations for contractor selection.
  • Monitor and manage facility-related budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance with organizational goals.
• Snow Removal and Parking Lot Management:
  • Oversee snow removal operations to ensure safe access to the library.
  • Coordinate with HR to ensure proper maintenance and rotation of parking lot areas.
• Security and Safety Oversight:
  • Oversee the selection, installation, and operation of security systems and devices.
  • Hire and monitor the performance of security officers and third-party security services.
  • Develop and enforce policies related to building security and emergency protocols.
  • Address emergencies and unexpected maintenance issues promptly and effectively.
  • Coordinate with Library Administration and external contractors for rapid response and resolution of issues.
  • Respond to disturbances or emergencies in the absence of security personnel.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Advise Library Administration and Trustees on building-related issues.
  • Participate in meetings with relevant committees (e.g., facilities committee, fire marshal, beautification groups) to ensure the librarys infrastructure meets the communitys needs.
  • Provide regular updates on facility operations and budgets.
• Union Relations and Compliance:
  • Ensure adherence to the collective bargaining agreement for facilities staff.
  • Participate in grievance resolution and negotiations related to facilities staff, as directed by administration.
• Training and Development:
  • Plan and implement training workshops for staff related to workplace safety, security, substance abuse, mental health, and other relevant topics.
  • Foster relationships with social service providers to support library patrons safety and wellbeing.
• Check email daily and respond to emails in a timely manner.
• Support and practice PPLs stated values and demonstrate and share PPLs commitment to being an all-inclusive organization.
• Collaborate with External Relations as feasible/needed to support outreach, donor stewardship, and other fundraising activities.

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Additional Skills:

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• -Although this is a management position, it is also a hands-on position that requires a solid knowledge of general building systems and requires participation in routine tasks as required.
• -This position is required to be on-call 24/7 for emergencies.

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``` - -Excellent verbal and written skills. - -Strong attention to details and strong organizational skills. - -Comfortable working with various technology (i.e. Microsoft programs, Google Docs/Drive).

-Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.