The Bosler Memorial Library in Carlisle, PA, seeks a Custodian. This position performs cleaning and minor maintenance of the library building and grounds to ensure the comfortable, clean, convenient, and safe operation of the Library for both its patrons and staff.

We seek a part-time, 20 hour per week position to work Monday - Friday and rotating weekends. The starting salary for this position is $15.08 per hour. This position is non-exempt status.

While the stated required and preferred education and experience are ideal, the Library recognizes that every person has a unique set of educational and experience skillsets. The Library will, at its discretion, consider each candidate and select the candidate it feels is best suited for the position regardless of whether the candidate meets the following criteria.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Some knowledge of, or the ability to learn, public building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment, and the ability to apply, operate, and use them economically, efficiently and safely.
• Ability to use power equipment, buffers, carpet cleaners, lawn mowers, etc.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a self-directed environment.

Physical Requirements

Work demands the ability to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps; and to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.  Ability to seize, hold grasp, turn, or otherwise work with the hands.  Ability to lift objects of up to 60 pounds, push and pull heavy objects of up to 250 pounds with the use of trucks, carts or dollies, and regularly lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Other Requirements

• Valid state driver's license or state photo identification
• A criminal background check, child abuse clearance and FBI fingerprinting

Required Performance Standards

• Adaptability: Remains calm in difficult, ambiguous, and challenging situations.  Adapts accordingly and takes corrective action when required.
• Communications: Writes and speaks clearly, logically, and concisely.  Listens effectively.  Demonstrates small and large group communication skills.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates ability to determine customer needs and is welcoming, helpful, and professional.
• Decision Making: Uses sound judgment in making decisions, managing conflict, and working with others. Knows when to refer issues to supervisor or administration.
• Interpersonal Skills: Works with others in supportive and cooperative ways.  
• Leadership: Practices and models high performance standards and empowers others to do the same.
• Professional Development: Actively seeks out, and participates in, staff development activities and continuing education.
• Promotion: Proactively promotes library collections, programs, and services to the public through knowledge of the Library’s print and online resources.
• Standards and Ethics: Supports the mission and vision of the Library.  Applies library policies and practices as determined by the Bosler Memorial Library’s Board of Directors. Protects and values patron confidentiality and organizational security.
• Technological Skills: Demonstrates ability to use a range of technologies and their common operating systems and software programs.
• Time Management: Manages time and workflow effectively.
• Workplace Environment: Maintains facility organization and cleanliness.  Maintains and manages workplace safety and security.
   

Specific Functions and Responsibilities

• Carries out custodial tasks according to a regular schedule with a minimum of supervision.
• Performs assigned maintenance of public areas, staff work areas, storage areas, stairways, and offices, keeping in a clean, orderly, safe and sanitary condition.
• Performs year round upkeep of the library grounds including cutting the grass, raking, picking up litter, shoveling snow, sanding/salting of sidewalks and care of shrubbery and plantings.
• Empties trash and recycling receptacles and prepares them for regular pick up.
• Maintains an orderly and sufficient supply of cleaning materials and notifies the Facilities Manager of re-ordering requirements.
• Performs routine upkeep of library furnishings and arrangement, including meeting room setups as necessary.
• Promptly notifies Facilities Manager if repairs or maintenance are required of the building systems such as electrical, plumbing, security, heating and air conditioning, and fire protection. 
• Performs upkeep of the Library’s physical appearance by performing minor tasks such as painting, carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing.
• Performs related work as required.
   

Environmental Conditions

Primarily works indoors though some outdoor work may be required.

How to Apply

In order for your application to be considered, please submit ALL of the following items by Monday, November 2, 2026 to:

Diana Robertson

Bosler Memorial Library

158 W. High Street

Carlisle, PA 17013

 

or by email to drobertson@cumberlandcountylibraries.org with "Custodian" in the subject line.

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Three (3) references (professional references preferred)

 

The Bosler Memorial Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.