Maintenance/Facilities Lead (VLC and CCC)

Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM

Two weeks before the application deadline, the diversity of the applicant pool will be reviewed. If it is not sufficiently diverse, the application window may be extended.

The Santa Clarita Community College District/College of the Canyons is seeking a full-time Maintenance/Facilities Lead (VLC and CCC) in the Facilities Services division.

Salary Placement:

Placement is on Range 43 of Classified Represented Salary Schedule B. Initial step placement for new employees is typically Step 1, 2, or 3 ($6,984.00 / $7,395.00 / $7,824.00 per month) of this 20-step range.

The probationary period is six months. This is a 12-month, 40-hour per week position. The role includes paid holidays, discretionary days, sick leave, and accrual of ten vacation days in the first year. A regular work schedule will be assigned, with occasional flexibility allowed with supervisor approval.

Who We Are

The District is committed to educational equity for all students. Our Strategic Plan prioritizes Access, Engagement, and Success and emphasizes that equity, inclusion, and diversity guide actions across all departments. We focus on student success, inquiry, dialogue, and reflective practice to build community, collegiality, and cooperation. Employees join an inclusive, creative, flexible, innovative, and equity-focused community dedicated to student and institutional success.

Who We Want

We value applicants who understand the importance of serving students from diverse backgrounds and who demonstrate equity-minded practices. The ideal candidate collaborates effectively with faculty, classified staff, administrators, students, and community partners to support equitable outcomes. We seek individuals who value mentorship, teamwork, conscientious decision-making, and leadership aligned with the community college mission.

Position Description

Under the supervision of the Associate Vice President, Maintenance and Grounds, this position performs skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of District buildings, facilities, and fixtures, including carpentry, painting, plastering, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trades. The role supports both the Valencia and Canyon Country campuses and assists with administrative duties for Maintenance. Performs related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties:

(The following illustrate typical work performed. Similar or related duties may also be assigned.)

This position combines administrative support, team leadership, and skilled trades responsibilities.

Administrative and Leadership Duties

• Assists the Associate Vice President, Maintenance and Grounds with administrative functions, including meeting with vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates repair and project schedules from initiation through completion, including oversight of outside contractors.
• Maintains inventory records for supplies, materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Responds to inquiries and recommends facility repairs or improvements.
• Supports scheduling, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair/replacement of automated lighting controls, air compressors, and fire panels.
• Assists with hazardous waste and chemical handling/disposal in compliance with regulations.
• Tracks and manages purchase requisitions, processes purchase orders, monitors invoices, and maintains expenditure records for blanket/open POs.
• Assists with authorized overtime scheduling and implementation.
• Provides guidance and direction to short-term, student, or temporary employees.

Skilled Trades Responsibilities

• Performs skilled work in carpentry, painting, plastering, electrical, plumbing, and flooring repair.
• Constructs, installs, and maintains structures including roofs and fences.
• Assembles and installs prefabricated furniture.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs gas, water, sewer, and storm drain lines.
• Maintains and troubleshoots HVAC systems and controls, including systems supporting specialized facilities.
• Installs and repairs door locks and closures.
• Performs welding, soldering, pipe threading, and metalsmithing for equipment repair and fabrication.
• Operates and maintains motorized equipment such as trucks, tractors, forklifts, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
• Performs pool and fountain maintenance.
• Installs and maintains District equipment and infrastructure.
• Repairs plumbing fixtures and clears obstructions from water, sewer, and drainage systems.
• Operates and maintains mechanical and power tools used in carpentry, plumbing, and other trades.
• Inspects buildings and grounds for safety hazards and repair needs; provides recommendations.
• Plans, estimates, purchases materials for, and oversees construction and maintenance projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Specific Trades Knowledge (May Include)

Electrical

• Plans, troubleshoots, schedules, and installs electrical systems.
• Modifies, repairs, and maintains electrical equipment, apparatus, devices, and controls.

Locksmithing

• Installs and maintains electronic access control systems and mechanical security devices.
• Installs, configures, and maintains electronic access control equipment, software, and mechanical locking systems.
• Works with Locklink 7.53, Uplink 7.5, Corbin-Russwin Series 70, and Schlage Everest Primus systems.
• Cuts, programs, distributes, and tracks keys and TEKs/fobs.
• Maintains access requests, key schedules, hardware specifications, and vendor catalogs.

Mechanic

• Maintains and repairs District-owned gasoline, diesel, and electric-powered equipment and vehicles.

Painter

• Prepares surfaces, mixes paints, and finishes various equipment and structures.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs building finishes including drywall, paint, ceiling tiles, and flooring.

Swimming Pool

• Performs chemical treatment and routine service for pools and fountains.
• Maintains pool equipment and facilities.

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to:

• Skillfully use tools/equipment in one or more maintenance trades.
• Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and sketches.
• Maintain detailed records and reports.
• Lead and direct short-term or hourly employees.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Estimate, plan, and organize materials and labor for construction/maintenance work.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Work off-hours or weekends if needed.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community college students, staff, and community members.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

Experience

Four years of journeyman-level experience in one or more building maintenance trades plus two years of specialty training or licensed certification (minimum 120 hours). Two of the four years may be substituted with two additional years of specialty training in areas such as:

• Building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical systems
• Computer-controlled equipment, HVAC/electrical controls
• Electrical/pneumatic devices
• Telecommunications/electronic infrastructure
• Heavy equipment repair
• Swimming pool maintenance
• Welding and fabrication
• Painting systems and building finishes
• Vehicle repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, plus completion of an approved apprenticeship program or equivalent training/experience.

Licenses/Certificates

Valid California driver’s license and maintenance of any required specialty certificates, certifications, or licenses.