Building Maintenance Worker I/II

The City of Fairfield is seeking a dedicated, hands-on professional to join our Public Works team as a Building Maintenance Worker I/II. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a vital role in keeping our municipal facilities, community centers, and public buildings safe, functional, and welcoming for the residents of Fairfield. You will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the trades—including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC maintenance. Whether you are looking to build a stable career foundation or bring your established facility maintenance expertise to a supportive, community-focused organization, the City of Fairfield offers competitive benefits, a robust retirement plan, and a collaborative environment where your hard work directly impacts our city's infrastructure every day.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

Primarily inside work, with some outside assignments.  Includes exposure to unsanitary conditions, odors, cleaning chemicals, and some noise.  May include exposure to heights and potential electrical shock.  Also involves evening and weekend work;  some work done in isolation.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Includes transporting light to heavy objects (up to 100 lbs.); reaching, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, stooping, prolonged periods of standing; manual dexterity, vision and hearing.


DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Building Maintenance Worker I:  This is the entry level position in the Building Maintenance Worker Series.  Work is initially done under close supervision, with greater independence as experience is gained.  This is a "flexibly staffed" position; incumbents may advance to a higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency.
 
Building Maintenance Worker II:  This is the journey level position within the Building Maintenance Worker series.  Experience allows greater independence of performance of duties exceeding that of Building Maintenance Worker I.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Building Maintenance Worker I: Receives immediate supervision from the Public Works Supervisor.
 
Building Maintenance Worker II: Receives general supervision from the Public Works Supervisor.


The posted salary range spans the Building Maintenance Worker I/II series. Please refer to the specific job descriptions for the individual salary ranges, examples of duties, and knowledge and abilities. Building Maintenance Worker I

• One year of experience in general building maintenance work of any combination of plumbing, electrical, or mechanical work.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Building Maintenance Worker II

• Minimum of one year experience as an apprentice plumber, or two years of experience in general building maintenance in a large office or commercial complex.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

 
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:
 
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is required.

For the complete job descriptions please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

REFERENCE CHECKS:

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.

Salary : $61,963 - $83,138