Utility Worker I - Central Library - Night Shift

About Our Job The Denver Public Library (DPL) isn't just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant, essential hub for our diverse city. As a growing urban library system with 28 locations and over 4 million annual visitors, we're deeply woven into the fabric of Denver. Join a team where your values align with your work. At the Denver Public Library, we're not just serving our community; we're building a culture guided by principles that empower both our staff and the public. When you work with us, you'll experience: A Truly Welcoming Environment: We champion accessibility and dignity for all, creating safe spaces where every individual, including you, can thrive and be themselves. We believe in the power of belonging. A Culture of Curiosity & Innovation: We encourage continuous learning, exploration, and forward-thinking. Here, you'll have the space to grow, experiment, and contribute to new ideas that shape our future. Deep Community Connection: We are active neighbors, fostering genuine relationships and bringing people together. Your work will directly strengthen our community by facilitating shared information, ideas, and experiences. Commitment to Equity: We are actively working to change inequitable practices and provide opportunities for every person to succeed. We invite you to be part of a team that's committed to fostering a truly just and inclusive environment. Accountable Stewardship: We lead with integrity, responsibility, and transparency, ensuring our resources are used wisely. You'll contribute to an organization that protects privacy and preserves Denver's rich history for future generations. If you're passionate about service, community engagement, and creating positive change, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us. Come join a team that believes in the power of knowledge, connection, and equity. Ready to learn more and see how you can contribute? Visit us at denverlibrary.org and connect with our community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Unrivaled Benefits The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The targeting hiring range for this position is $. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to: Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits Enhanced Work/Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program, Four Wellness Days Per Year Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides) For more information please visit our website. Denver Public Library operates across multiple branches, and to meet evolving operational needs, employees may be assigned to work at different locations. This flexibility helps us best serve our customers and optimize our resources. About Our Position DPL is currently hiring two (2) Utility Workers at our Central Library location. As an Utility Worker I, you will support our values of welcoming and connection by ensuring materials and buildings are ready for customers. This position will work in the Facilities Department supporting the goal of customer service at the 26 Library locations by separating, loading and delivering materials to various locations within the DPL system. The Utility Worker performs routine manual work such as minor repairs to buildings/furniture and snow removal. It is a very active, physically demanding position. What You Would Do Performs unskilled, light to heavy physical labor on a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair projects that involves physical exertion and the use of manual tools and limited use of small power operated tools. Assists skilled trade workers by performing minor repairs to buildings and facilities including painting, plastering, carpentry, plumbing repairs, and simple elements of electrical systems such as replacing faulty switches and outlets. Performs minor repairs to gardening and grounds equipment, vehicles, and machinery including repair or replacement of broken parts. Operates light weight equipment powered by small engines used for maintenance, cleaning, and minor construction projects. Performs pre-trip inspection on equipment for such things as fluid levels, leaks, condition of hoses and belts, tire pressure, brake lights, and related areas and secures, cleans and cares for all tools and equipment needed for job assignments. Repairs dumpster lids and hooks, replaces dumpsters as needed, removes dumpsters and delivers them to a welder for more extensive repairs, and steam cleans, paints and labels dumpsters periodically throughout the year. Places and removes barricades, cones, and other traffic control and safety devices in and around work areas. Performs exterior maintenance duties including laying sod, fertilizing, mowing and edging fields and lawn areas, spading dirt, pruning shrubs, planting trees and shrubs, raking leaves, watering assigned areas, picking up litter, and clearing dumpster areas. Lifts and empties heavy solid waste containers into disposal trucks, operates hydraulic compaction unit on city trash collection vehicles, and washes trucks as needed. Assembles, moves, removes, and relocates furniture, furnishings and equipment as directed. Observes all common safety practices associated with operating small engines, hand and power tools and other work related equipment. By position, utilizes hand operated construction equipment such as jack-hammers, air spades, shovels, rotors, metal detectors, and air drills. By position, performs seasonal street maintenance duties such as snow plowing, salting, sanding, and removal of ice and snow by truck. By position, may be required to be on-call to address emergent needs. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other City agencies to support core functions of the City during a City-wide emergency declared by the Mayor. Minimum Qualifications: None Work Schedule: Sunday - Thursday & Monday - Friday (Rotating) SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE PENDING DPL/DEPT NEEDS Application Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. At Denver Public Library, we are committed to advancing equity, inclusion, diversity, and accessibility in everything we do. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the vibrant community we serve. Join us in building a team that reflects the rich tapestry of our communities. We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. About Everything Else Job Profile LJ2085 Utility Worker I To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here. Position Type Unlimited Library Hiring Range $19.59 - $24.49 Target Pay Agency Denver Public Library Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor. Assessment Requirement The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact ... with three business days' notice. Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish. With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here. #SeeYourselfHere