Library Maintenance Supervisor

Library Maintenance Supervisor

Salary

$57,181.03 Annually

Location

CPLA-Library-Central

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

04354

Department

Library

Opening Date

06/25/2026

Closing Date

7/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Purpose/Summary

Responsible for maintaining the exterior and interior of the Central Library and all City library branches. Coordinates with facilities management for tradesmen as well as using the City Munis work order system. Work is performed with professional administrative judgment and decision in accordance with the policies and objectives of the Library Department, with review by the Business Manager who reviews work through reports and conferences. Supervision is exercised over all assigned personnel.

Essential Functions

• Maintains adequate interior and exterior lighting. Replaces bulbs, lenses or other light fixture related parts.
• Performs basic rough carpentry. Installs or repairs library furniture, cabinetry, locks, artwork, minor window work and many other carpentry related issues.
• Coordinates movement of heavy objects. Moves and delivers furniture, office supplies, cleaning supplies, books, mail, and other items being delivered to libraries and other city buildings.
• Monitors library HVAC systems. Reports major HVAC problems to designated facilities management personnel, changes filters, oversees the seasonal switch over of HVAC systems, and installation and seasonal removal of window air conditioners at various library buildings.
• Monitors and maintains plumbing at all library buildings. Performs minor plumbing work, and reports major plumbing issues to facilities management personnel.
• Monitors and maintains building grounds. Monitors storm drains, removes snow/ice on sidewalks and stairs during inclement weather, litter removal, light pruning and weeding, and monitors security systems at branch libraries.
• Performs other similar duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, equipment processes, and techniques of the work performed.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions involved in work performed.
• Some knowledge of the fundamentals of a variety of skilled trades.
• Ability to work from written and oral instructions, sketches, and drawings.
• Ability to supervise the work of assigned helpers.
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials employed in the work performed.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of previous experience conducting building maintenance and supervising maintenance workers.

NOTICE: The following benefits are contingent upon hours worked and bargaining vs. non-bargaining agreements.

Medical/Dental/ Vision

75% City Subsidized

All health insurance plans include Dental and Vision

Retirement

Available to employees working 20+ hours per week

Paid Vacation

Bargaining unit positions are subject to contractual obligations.

Paid Holidays

All City employees receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Paid Sick Time

Full time employees are immediately eligible to begin accruing 1 1/4 days per month which can be taken after 6 months of service. Unused sick days can be rolled over to subsequent calendar years. Supplemental Long Term and Short disability coverage is available to employees at the employee cost.

Paid Personal Days

Use up to 3 of your accrued sick days as Personal days. Personal days cannot be rolled over into the next calendar year.

Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

A means for eligible employees to balance work and family responsibilities by taking unpaid leave for authorized reasons.

Training

On the job and instructor led courses available

Employee Assistance Program

Free, confidential and personal assistance to employees and their families to resolve issues that affect their personal lives as well as job performance.

Direct Deposit

Easy, convenient, and free!

01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have five years of previous experience conducting building maintenance and supervising maintenance workers?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you a current City of Springfield resident?

• Yes
• No

04

The City of Springfield requires all employees to be residents. If you are not a current Springfield resident, are you willing to relocate?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Springfield

Address 36 Court St

Springfield, Massachusetts, 01103

Phone 413-787-6018

Website https://www.springfield-ma.gov