Maintenance Custodian

Posting Date: July 23, 2026

Closing Date: July 29, 2026

Position Type: Permanent Full Time

Department/Branch: Facility Services, Central

Summary

Contributes to the accomplishment of Library goals and objectives for the provision of library service to the public. Enables staff to carry out the mission of London Public Library in providing public library services through well functioning, energy efficient and safe buildings, property and equipment. Reporting to the Supervisor, Facility Services, performs maintenance and repair work, sets up rooms, performs grounds keeping and cleaning functions.

Accountabilities

1. Custodial

• Under the direction of the Supervisor, Facility Services, ensures maximum utilization and security of all facilities, property and related equipment, system-wide.
• Performs maintenance work and minor repairs on building, plumbing and electrical systems, equipment and furniture, such as painting walls, replacing filters, etc.
• Supports the implementation of the energy management program by performing related tasks as directed.
• Assesses emergencies, attempts to resolve problems; refers complex problems to the Supervisor, Facility Services.
• Sets up / takes down rooms with tables, chairs, equipment, etc. for meetings and events.
• Supports the work of the shipping / receiving function by packing materials for outgoing shipment of materials, unpacking incoming materials and arranging for distribution.
• Performs grounds keeping functions such as snow shoveling, lawn and hedge trimming, etc. system-wide
• Cleans buildings, including refuse / recycling collection, replenishing supplies as needed.

2. Facilities Department Support

• Performs work of Delivery Driver, as required.
• Drives Library vehicles as required.
• Maintains good relations and effective communication with staff and the public.
• Works at multiple locations on a system-wide basis.
• Works scheduled standby hours, including days, nights, holidays and weekends to resolve technical problems.
• Responds to emergency calls as required, during and outside regular hours.
• Performs work in compliance with all applicable legislation, codes and Library policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties and undertakes special projects as assigned.

• Completion of Grade 12 secondary school program, with specialization in courses providing relevant technical skills for the maintenance and repair of facilities and related systems and equipment.
• Previous experience in building maintenance.
• The ability to balance priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to listen and find solutions to customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in an automated environment.
• Current and valid Ontario G Driver's License.

Salary:

Band 2 - $21.924 - $28.009 per hour

Applications for this position will be accepted by Human Resources up to 9:00 pm on July 29, 2026

If you are experiencing any technical difficulties in applying to this position, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]

Accommodation:

London Public Library is committed to a fair, accessible, and barrier-free recruitment process. We follow the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to ensure all applicants are supported. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please let the HR representative know when you are contacted. We will work with you to make sure your needs are met.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.