Job Description

Posting number: 9008-26

Department: Library

Job classification: Library Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Posting type: No Civil Service Exam Required

Categories: Building Maintenance, Library, Custodial, Grounds & Landscaping, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Summary

At Tacoma Public Library, our mission is to empower our community by bringing people together to discover, connect, create, learn, and thrive. We are radically welcoming: a trusted community hub where all people can find joy, compassion, and inspiration. We welcome applicants of all abilities.

Tacoma Public Library is seeking a skilled and motivated Facilities Maintenance Technician II to help keep our libraries welcoming, safe, and fully operational for the community. In this role, you’ll put your technical expertise to work performing advanced maintenance across our facilities, grounds, assets, and vehicles.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform lead duties by coordinating, assigning, and participating in daily work related to the maintenance of Tacoma Public Library facilities, grounds, and vehicles.
• Perform a variety of repair duties on furniture, fixtures, equipment, floors, walls, and ceilings.
• Conduct skilled mechanical, electrical, and plumbing maintenance and repair work; lead and act as a technical resource on larger repairs and projects.
• Conducts advanced inspections and condition assessments of facilities, identifies complex maintenance and repair needs, and prioritizes tasks based on urgency, safety, and operational impact.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment; care for and perform routine maintenance on facilities equipment as needed.
• Transport, assemble, and install equipment, furniture, and shelving.
• Deliver and remove bulk items, haul trash, recyclables, and waste.
• Perform or lead complex facilities remodel and repair projects; may act as liaison with outside vendors performing remodel and repair work.
• Oversees work done by custodial, landscape and maintenance contractors, inspect quality of work performed.
• Maintain library parking lots and entryways; ensure they are free from debris, snow/ice, fallen leaves, and other obstacles that detract from visual appeal or contribute to safety hazards.
• Respond to after-hours building incidents.
• Perform delivery of library materials as needed, stock supplies.
• Perform custodial work as needed.
• Perform related clerical duties, inventories, and record keeping.

Examples of duties

• Five years of facilities maintenance experience*
• A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter.

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Work schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm. This position will occasionally be on-call and required to respond within 45 minutes in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles and practices of building systems and facilities maintenance.
• Broad knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical installation, maintenance, and repair work.
• Advanced technical skills in diagnosing and repairing building systems.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and proper use of personal safety equipment.
• Knowledge of requirements for maintaining buildings in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
• Skill in using tools and equipment safely.
• Skill in managing time and prioritizing work effectively.
• Skill preparing and maintaining accurate records, reports, and documentation.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Skill in applying de-escalation and trauma-informed approaches when engaging with individuals experiencing crisis, including those facing houselessness, substance use, or mental health challenges, to ensure safety, empathy, and dignity for all.

Supplemental information

Anti-Racism Statement

Tacoma Public Library acknowledges the historical and ongoing impact of racism on the Black community and all communities of color. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, diverse, and actively anti-racist, and we stand firmly against all forms of white supremacy.

In alignment with our Strategic Plan, which prioritizes equity and access, Tacoma Public Library affirms that every person who enters our libraries, regardless of race, background, or circumstance, deserves to feel radically welcomed, respected, and valued. We strive to create spaces where everyone can freely express themselves, explore diverse perspectives, and engage in meaningful dialogue without fear of discrimination or prejudice.

This commitment also echoes our Patron Promise: to be radically welcoming: a trusted community hub where all people can find joy, compassion, and inspiration.

As we continue to evolve, we recognize the importance of listening, learning, and growing alongside the communities we serve. We are committed to providing resources and public programs that reflect the values of anti-racism and center the voices and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). We embrace our responsibility to confront systemic inequity, and we stand in unity with those who work towards a Tacoma free from oppression, prejudice, and hate.

Tacoma Public Library

Tacoma Public Library (TPL) has been an essential provider of free books, information, ideas, and education for more than 125 years. TPL's neighborhood libraries originated with Andrew Carnegie's visionary philanthropy at the turn of the 20th century and are being transformed into true centers of educational innovation and service--and vital community hubs--that continue to provide far more than free books and materials.

Apply

All interested individuals must apply online and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to the position.

This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the Tacoma Public Library and Local 120.

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Details:

Annual Salary: $69,430.40 - $84,385.60

Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma

(NOTE: TPL offers City of Tacoma benefits with alternate life insurance, Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and leave accruals.)

Get Assistance

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.

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Communication with the City of Tacoma

NOTE: For questions regarding this specific recruitment contact Kat Flores, HR Analyst

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