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Toledo Lucas County Public Library

Custodian I

Toledo, OH · On-site

$18.56 - $22.86/hr

Custodian I Agency: Facilities amp; Operations Status: Full-time, 2nd shift -- 37.5 hours per week ... Operations, performs routine janitorial cleaning and light maintenance of library buildings and ...

Harford County Public Library

Custodian FT

Edgewood, MD

$15.45 - $19.69/hr

Custodian - Full Time Grade: 20 Department: Facilities FLSA: Non-exempt CBIZ Code: 164 Scheduled ... Edgewood Harford County Public Library offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Harford County Public Library

Custodian FT

Edgewood, MD · On-site

$15.45 - $19.69/hr

Custodian - Full Time Grade: 20 Department: Facilities FLSA: Non-exempt CBIZ Code: 164 Scheduled ... Edgewood Harford County Public Library offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for library custodian in the United States is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Library Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of a library facility. Duties typically include cleaning floors, restrooms, and furniture, as well as managing trash disposal and minor maintenance tasks. They help create a clean and welcoming environment for patrons and staff. In some cases, they may also be responsible for setting up rooms for events and ensuring safety standards are met.

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A Library Custodian is primarily responsible for ensuring that all areas of the library, including reading rooms, offices, restrooms, and staff spaces, are clean, organized, and safe for both visitors and employees. Daily tasks often include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, trash removal, restroom sanitation, and refilling supplies, as well as routine maintenance like replacing light bulbs or performing small repairs. Custodians also help set up rooms for events or meetings and may work closely with library staff to address urgent cleaning or maintenance needs. This role involves a mix of independent work and collaboration, with some flexibility in schedule depending on library hours and special events. Working as a library custodian offers a vital behind-the-scenes contribution to the efficient and pleasant operation of the facility.

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The average salary for a library custodian typically ranges from $25,000 to $35,000 per year, depending on location, experience, and employer. Custodians often work full-time hours and may need to perform cleaning, maintenance, and safety tasks using basic tools and supplies.
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Junior Library Custodian - Bronx

Bronx, NY

The New York Public Library
Libraries and Archives • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

New York Public Library rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Overview:
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for all New Yorkers for more than 100 years. NYPL’s neighborhood libraries in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island—many of which date to Andrew Carnegie’s visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century—are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service, and vital community hubs that provide far more than just free books and materials.  
 
NYPL is seeking a Junior Library Custodian to maintain an environment that is clean, safe and comfortable for our Library users and employees.

Responsibilities: 
Under the general supervision of the Cleaning Operations Coordinator, the Junior Library Custodian:
  • Cleans and maintains the Library building and grounds
  • Buffs, strips and waxes floors
  • Shampoos carpets
  • Replaces light bulbs
  • Handles snow removal
  • Prepares maintenance reports and maintains inventory of bathroom and cleaning supplies
  • Takes necessary action to safeguard the building during an emergency and escalates issues to appropriate personnel
  • Communicates with Library Manager on a regular basis to determine branch needs
  • Travels between branches within assigned network
  • Will be assigned to two sites and may be assigned to work at other locations as needed

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Certifications
  • High School Diploma or GED and prior basic custodial/building superintendent work
Required Skills
  • Successfully demonstrated experience and knowledge of the standard practices, materials and equipment to be used in commercial building cleaning work.
  • Knowledge of material safety data sheets, safety practices and procedures
  • Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated flexibility and reliability
  • Ability to perform manual work consisting of cleaning, heavy lifting, snow removal and working from high ladders, scaffolds and electrical lifts
  • Heavy lifting may be required
  • Performs related duties as required
  • Valid driver’s license and clear driving record
  • Must pass physical exam

Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
  • N/A

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of mixing chemicals to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications
  • Knowledge of using commercial cleaning equipment
  • Problem-solve maintenance issues as they arise

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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
  • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
  • Be Resourceful in solving problems 
  • Be Curious in all aspects of your work
  • Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Work Environment
  • Public Service Library
Physical Duties
  • Moderate to extensive physical effort is required, including bending, pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
  • May require travel to Library buildings throughout NYC
Pre-Placement Physical Required?
Yes
Union
Local 374
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
40 hours per week

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The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations--including research and branch libraries--throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.

Industry

Libraries and archives

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1895

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