Library Cleaning Jobs in Rochester Hills, MI (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $73,989.00 Annually
Location : Detroit, Michigan, MI
Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service
Job Number: 15
Department: Detroit Public Library
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Bargaining Unit: 0100-Association of Professional and Technical Emp
Examples of Duties
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Provides general maintenance and repair work on heating and cooling equipment; regularly inspects all mechanical equipment for preventative maintenance service.
• Provides preventive maintenance activities, diagnoses equipment malfunctions and operating efficiency of mechanical equipment; calibrates and adjusts equipment as necessary.
• Lubricates all moving parts and bearings of mechanical equipment.
• Cleans and services electrical controls, condensers, and changes or cleans filters when necessary.
• Responds to emergency calls related to issues or problems with heating and cooling systems.
• Maintains records of work orders, assignments, repairs, and equipment specifications; orders and acquires materials and supplies needed to maintain equipment; interacts and coordinates with service contractors; and performs various other trade, maintenance, or building and equipment repair as directed.
• Assists and receives training in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of refrigeration, heating and ventilating equipment.
• Responsible for cleaning and maintaining assigned vehicle, tools, and other equipment.
• Provides support to the Library - Manager, Facilities Maintenance on matters as directed; participates on a variety of committees as assigned; prepares and presents reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in trade group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Library policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
• Ensures an environment of customer-responsive services, providing customer-responsive service and handling customer service issues.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma/GED supplemented by some coursework in repair and maintenance of air conditioning and heating equipment and two years of HVAC experience that includes installation, maintenance and repair of heating and air conditioning equipment
Required Licenses or Certifications:• Must possess a valid State of Michigan Driver's License.
• Michigan Mechanical Contractor's License; Federal EPA Certificate; and UAW Journeyman Card are required at hire or may be required within six months of hire.
Required Knowledge of:• Maintenance and repair techniques of the HVAC trade.
• HVAC/refrigeration tools, materials, and test equipment.
• Installation techniques of HVAC/refrigeration systems.
• Reference manuals and resources associated with HVAC systems.
• Equipment operations.
• Safety practices common to the HVAC operation and equipment.
• Records maintenance and management.
• Other pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
• Public library operations, services, and policies.
• Customer service standards and procedures.
Required Skill in:• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Applying HVAC repair and maintenance techniques.
• Reading and understanding schematics.
• Analyzing HVAC malfunctions from performance and test equipment readings and determining appropriate repairs.
• Repairing and maintaining HVAC systems.
• Operating and handling appropriate hand tools (including power).
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with contractors and vendors.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting issues.
• Responding to inquiries in effective oral and written communications.
• Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with Library and department staff, board members, outside agencies, and the general public.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:• Work is performed in a standard library environment.
• Subject to sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit