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Junior Library Custodian - East Manhattan Network

New York Public Library

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Listed on New York Public Library’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

NYPL seeks someone to keep a library building clean, safe, and welcoming through daily maintenance, floor care, and facility upkeep. This entry-level custodial role supports library operations across multiple locations in the East Manhattan network.

Our summary, not New York Public Library’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • Clean and maintain library buildings and grounds
  • Perform floor buffing, stripping, and waxing
  • Shampoo carpets
  • Replace light bulbs
  • Handle snow removal
  • Prepare maintenance reports and track supply inventory
  • Respond appropriately to emergencies
  • Travel between assigned branch locations

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