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Lake Ridge Schools

Custodial/Janitorial Worker

Gary, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

... Days for Lead Custodian) / Classified/Hourly Non-Exempt Reports To: Director of Facilities ... OPEN AREA, COMMONS, LIBRARY, CARPETED HALLWAYS: Vacuum daily, dust all appropriate areas, clean ...

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How much do library custodian jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for library custodian in Chicago, IL is $16.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.13 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a library custodian?

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.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a library custodian?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the library custodian position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Library Custodian, you need proficiency in cleaning techniques, basic maintenance, and a general knowledge of facility safety standards, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, safe handling of chemicals, and sometimes basic building management systems is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help custodians integrate smoothly into library teams and respond efficiently to staff and patron needs. These abilities are vital to uphold a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports the library’s mission and daily operations.

How much does a library custodian make?

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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Infographic showing various Library Custodian job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,052 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

FACILITIES CUSTODIAN

Fountaindale Public Library

Bolingbrook, IL • On-site

$18.92 - $29.71/hr

Full-time, Part-time

PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Description

Part-Time Position:  Non-exempt position (19 hours per week) includes day, evening and weekend hours


Salary Range: $18.92-$29.71with a starting hourly wage of $18.92


Benefits: 

  • Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, personal and sick)
  • 457(b) Plan
  • Staff Library Card
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional Development


Objective:

Maintains the Library, ensuring a safe, clean environment for patrons and staff.


Duties:

  • Provides consistent, gracious and friendly service to internal and external customers.
  • Performs a wide variety of custodial and maintenance tasks for the upkeep and cleaning of library building, equipment, and grounds.
  • Conducts the general cleaning of the library including dusting, vacuuming, restrooms, floors, furniture, windows and other areas.
  • Completes special cleaning projects as assigned.
  • Responds to all maintenance issues in a timely manner.
  • Interact with users in a positive and professional manner, assist and provide information and directions.
  • Maintains library grounds in all seasons.
  • Performs room set-ups.
  • Check room condition at end of use and clean up room in preparation for next group.
  • Ensures facilities and grounds are operating safely and correctly, resolves unsafe conditions. Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor or Person in Charge.
  • Assists with deliveries to the Library and to Departments.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum one year of experience in building maintenance and repair.

Education: Requires knowledge typically acquired through completion of high school or equivalent.


Skills:

Office & Library

  • Knowledge of standard office software including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.

Communication

  • Communicates effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Speaking skills in other languages, particularly Spanish, is a plus.

Facilities Management

  • Knowledge of safety, construction and maintenance of public facilities.
  • Good working knowledge of hand tools, power equipment, electrical and plumbing methods and excellent mechanical ability.
  • Detail oriented and well organized.Supervisory Responsibility: None

Contacts:

Internal: Library staff and management

External: Patrons, contractors and vendors, police, fire and emergency personnel.


Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Physical requirements include: good speaking, hearing and vision ability, frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; excellent manual dexterity and occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and /or move and/or carry up to 50 pounds, occasionally push and pull up to 100 pounds. Position requires standing and walking for prolonged periods of time.


Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a typical office environment. Work is performed outdoors and in mechanical areas of the library facilities. Part-time position. May require some weekend and evening work.



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