The Muskingum County Library System is seeking a dedicated and reliable Facilities Associate to join our Custodial Services team. This is a union-represented position. In this role, you will perform intermediate-level custodial and groundskeeping tasks to ensure our library buildings and grounds remain clean, safe, and welcoming for all community members.
Location: 220 North 5th Street Zanesville, OH 43701
Salary: $16.82 per hour
Application Closes: February 20th, 2026
Responsibilities:
- Open and close library buildings, including arming and disarming security systems.
Perform essential cleaning tasks at Main and Branch libraries, such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, polishing, and emptying trash.
Monitor and adjust computer-operated heating and cooling systems; replace light bulbs and restock restroom supplies.
Set up and tear down furniture and equipment for internal and external meeting room usage.
Operate and maintain library vehicles for system-wide deliveries, pickups, and emptying book drops.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED.
Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License.
Basic Computer experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to perform general physical labor, lift and move heavy furniture or equipment, and work in various weather conditions or confined spaces.
Use of minor hand tools and equipment; handling minor building emergencies; computer keyboarding; handling credit cards and small sums of money; and prioritizing tasks.
library policies and procedures; operation of basic equipment and minor hand tools, and computer applications (i.e. email, basic word processing, automated heating and cooling systems, etc.).
Benefits:
- PTO accrual of 7.154 Bi-weekly up to 186 hours per year
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- OPERS Retirement