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What is a library courier?

A Library Courier is responsible for transporting books, documents, and other materials between library branches, patrons, and other institutions. They ensure timely and secure deliveries while maintaining accurate records of items in transit. Couriers may use a vehicle, bike, or other means of transportation, depending on the library system. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and good organizational skills.

What are the typical challenges faced by a library courier?

Library Couriers often encounter challenges such as managing heavy workloads during peak periods, navigating traffic or inclement weather, and ensuring the accurate delivery of sensitive or high-demand materials. Adapting to changing routes and schedules while maintaining punctuality is a key part of the role. Effective communication with library staff and attention to detail when handling books and other media help overcome these challenges. With experience, couriers can develop efficient routines and may have opportunities to take on more responsibility, such as overseeing multiple routes or training new team members.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a library courier?

To thrive as a Library Courier, you need excellent organizational skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to handle and transport library materials with care. Familiarity with route planning software, library cataloging systems, and basic handheld scanners is often beneficial. Reliability, strong time management, and clear communication are important soft skills for maintaining schedules and interacting with library staff. These skills ensure accurate delivery, efficient operations, and positive relationships between libraries and their patrons.

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Infographic showing various Library Courier job openings in Indiana as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

FT-Custodian

Evansville, IN • On-site

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library
Libraries and Archives • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Evansville Vanderburgh Public Libraryexternal

$15.45/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

WORKING AT EVANSVILLE VANDERBURGH PUBLIC LIBRARY

At Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library (EVPL), we cultivate curiosity by creating wonder, and we envision communities united through shared exploration and understanding.

Bring your whole self to work each day and be authentically you. You bring a unique perspective and life view to the work we do for and with our community. As an EVPL employee, you should feel supported and empowered to think forward and to problem solve with your colleagues. At EVPL your voice, your lived experiences, and YOU matter! Each individual adds to the team as a whole, and every role makes a difference in how we impact Evansville and Vanderburgh County.

FT Custodian at EVPL Central

Starting rate of pay:$15.45/hour

Hours: Full-time 40 hours weekly

Must be available to work early morning shifts; which include and occasional Saturdays.

Full-time Employee Benefits

POSITION SUMMARY

The Custodian is responsible for sustaining and maintaining the library and its facilities through regular cleaning activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In cooperation with the Custodial Supervisor, Facilities & Maintenance Team, and other colleagues, the Custodian will advance the library's mission, vision, strategic priorities, and brand. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Actively sweep, mop, dust mop, and vacuum floors, entrance rugs.
  • Frequently empty trash and recycling bins from buildings, remove materials to recycling site, and collect and remove trash from buildings and grounds.
  • Regularly clean floors, walls, lavatories, fixtures, and toilets, and refill bathroom supplies.
  • Regularly clean Annex/Clinic rooms.
  • Clean the grounds and water and feed trees.
  • Dust, wipe, and sanitize furniture and surfaces including windowsills and blinds.
  • Clean windows, doors, and elevator doors.
  • Clean and sanitize counters and tables in the eating area, load and unload the dishwasher, and arrange dishware.
  • Perform light maintenance such as minor repairs, light bulb replacement, moving furniture, and changing or handing signs, banners and flags as assigned.
  • Accept, unload, and deliver materials as received.
  • Maintain cleanliness of library vehicles and refuel vehicles as needed.
  • Assist Library Courier by efficiently picking up, loading, unloading, and distributing library materials and supplies at Central library and library locations as assigned by Facilities & Maintenance leadership.
  • Assist with setting up and tearing down of meeting rooms.
  • Perform snow removal and other inclement weather activities.
  • Consistently maintain basic janitorial supplies by using a predetermined list to communicate to the Custodial Supervisor.
  • Participate in special projects, or other duties, as assigned.

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