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General Maintenance Mechanic

San Bernardino County
San Bernardino, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026


San Bernardino County is recruiting for General Maintenance Mechanics who perform skilled work in a variety of fields in the maintenance and repair of buildings, mechanical and electrical systems, structures, equipment, and related facilities for a variety of County buildings throughout the County.

For more detailed information, refer to the General Maintenance Mechanic job description.

The resulting eligible list will be used to fill vacancies as they occur throughout the County.

The current vacancy exists with Project & Facilities Management Department.



EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to:

Benefits by Occupational Unit (BbOU) Summary 
Employee Benefits
Modified Benefits Option (MBO)
County MOU - General Unit



CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must pass a background check, including fingerprinting, pre-employment physical/drug test, and verification of employment history prior to appointment.

Physical: Incumbents must be able to reach, lift, and move heavy objects, either manually or with the aid of lifting devices, including cement bags, plywood, sheet rock, and other building supplies. Additionally, incumbents must be able to work in close quarters, outdoor areas, climb ladders, and work on roofs.

Environment: Incumbents may occasionally be exposed to hazardous chemicals, infectious materials, and radiation.

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Shift: Some positions require availability for night and swing shifts, weekends, and on-call, including holidays and in support of 24-hour facilities, as needed. Indicate availability on application.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Candidates must meet one (1) of the following options to qualify:

EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of journey-level experience performing maintenance and repair of large commercial or industrial buildings in at least one (1) of the following trades: landscaping and/or irrigation, electrical, plumbing, heating/ventilation/air conditioning (HVAC), or carpentry.
 
Note: Residential building experience and new construction experience are NOT considered qualifying.

-OR-
 
COMPLETION OF APPRENTICESHIP: Successful completion of a structured, formal four (4) year trade apprenticeship program resulting in journey-level status in one (1) of the trades listed above. Indicate completion of apprenticeship, including provider and date, on the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be sure to include apprenticeship work experience in the work history section of your application.
The ideal candidate will display dependability and experience with use of proper hand tools required to make needed repairs to buildings, irrigation, and equipment, demonstrating an emphasis on safety for self, fellow workers, and the public.
Application ProcedureApplications will be accepted until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. To receive priority consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been reached.

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be sure to include in your application and Supplemental Questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements, as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications; resumes will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information.  Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. 

If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627.  Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.

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