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Job Description
The purpose of this position is to perform cleaning and general maintenance to support all locations in the MPHPL system.
Details
LOCATION: Mishawaka Library (location subject to change)
DEPARTMENT: Maintenance
HOURS: Part-Time
- 30 hours per week (Tuesday-Saturday)
- Six-hour shifts (hours negotiable between 7:00 p.m.-9:00 a.m., consistency required)
- Saturday rotation will provide extra hours or compensating time off
WAGE: $24.00
Essential Job Duties
- Perform daily detailed cleaning of the branch; participate in the maintenance and repair of any MPHPL location as assigned
- Complete work orders as assigned
- Assist in the maintenance of building exteriors and grounds
- Assist in the set-up and tear-down of meeting rooms for programs and events
- Complete delivery service between the three branches as assigned
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid and “clean” Indiana driver’s license
Work Skills
- Two - three years of consistent experience working for a cleaning company &/or in a maintenance department
- Ability to communicate and work well with supervisor, staff and patrons
- Understanding of cleaning and maintenance practices, procedures and products
- Ability to work independently and accurately
- Ability to learn new skills and follow directions
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform work involving heights
- Ability to climb a ladder
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to frequently stand, bend or stoop
- Ability, stamina, and balance to perform basic movements frequently
Additional Details
CLASSIFICATION: 4-Technician
CERTIFICATION: n/a
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
BENEFITS: As specified in the latest edition of the staff handbook or as amended by the
Board of Trustees
DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Maintenance Manager
How to Apply
- Download a MPHPL Employment Application
- Submit application to hr@mphpl.org
Revised 06/2025
Job Description
The purpose of this position is to perform cleaning and general maintenance to support all locations in the MPHPL system.
Details
LOCATION: Bittersweet Branch (location subject to change)
DEPARTMENT: Maintenance
HOURS: Part-Time
- 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 6:00-10:00 a.m.)
- Saturday rotation will provide extra hours or compensating time off
WAGE: $24.00
Essential Job Duties
- Perform daily detailed cleaning of the branch
- Complete maintenance work orders as assigned
- Assist in the maintenance of building exterior and grounds
- Assist in the set-up and tear-down of meeting rooms for programs and events
- Complete delivery service between the three branches as assigned
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Valid and “clean” Indiana driver’s license
Work Skills
- Two -three years consistent experience working for a cleaning company &/or in a maintenance department
- Ability to communicate and work well with supervisor, staff and patrons
- Understanding of cleaning and maintenance practices, procedures and products
- Ability to work independently and accurately
- Ability to learn new skills and follow direction
Physical Requirements
- Ability to perform work involving heights
- Ability to climb a ladder.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to frequently stand, bend or stoop
- Ability, stamina, and balance to perform basic movements frequently
Additional Details
CLASSIFICATION: 4-Technician
CERTIFICATION: n/a
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
BENEFITS: As specified in the latest edition of the staff handbook or as amended by the
Board of Trustees
DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Maintenance Manager
How to Apply
- Download a MPHPL Employment Application
- Submit application to hr@mphpl.org
Revised 05/2025
To apply for a position:
- Download a MPHPL Employment Application.
- Once you have completed the application above, email the completed file to hr@mphpl.org.
For more information regarding MPHPL job opportunities, contact:
Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library
209 Lincolnway East
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 259-5277 Ext. 1102
Fax: (574) 975-3003
hr@mphpl.org