Facilities Maintenance Worker

There is one (1) vacancy for this position.

Tentative testing date will be January 15, 2026.

Tentative interview date will be January 22, 2026.

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DEFINITION

Under general direction of the Facilities Supervisor, performs a wide variety of skilled work in the repair, maintenance, and modifications of the District facilities, including but not limited to, office buildings, reservoir, pump stations and other water and wastewater structures; performs related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from the Facilities Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a journey-level class requiring competency to perform a variety of trade skills, including, but not limited to: painting, plumbing, carpentry, buildings and grounds maintenance, HVAC systems and controls, electrical systems, cleaning, general maintenance, and repair.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs routine plumbing, carpentry, buildings and grounds maintenance, upgrades and repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance and makes repairs to HVAC systems; performs general custodial duties cleaning and general facilities maintenance, including buildings and grounds.
• Performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs to District office buildings, reservoirs and booster stations, and related grounds and facilities.
• Performs the full range of duties to maintain District buildings and related facilities to ensure the highest level of safety for public and staff use.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on plumbing lines and fixtures; replaces broken pipes, cleans plugged drains, replaces washers and gaskets, and replaces faucets and valves.
• Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition.
• Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants, and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.
• Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
• Prepares for a variety of District events, meetings, and other related functions; sets up rooms, moves and arranges furniture and equipment.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary.
• Assists with purchasing supplies and materials for assigned projects.
• Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge Of

• Practices, methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in maintaining and repairing buildings and facilities, including knowledge of basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical, and mechanical work.
• HVAC systems and controls maintenance and repairs.
• Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, and custodial tools and equipment.
• Principles, theories and practices for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors and District staff, in person and over the telephone.
• Materials, methods, principles, and practices used in construction project management and inspection.
• Recordkeeping principles and procedures.
• Operational characteristics and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment used in utility maintenance.
• Occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work, including driving rules and practices, and traffic control procedures and regulations.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service and effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and programs, projects, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
  
  

Ability To

• Perform routine semi-skilled maintenance tasks in a variety of trades.
• Safely operate a variety of power and hand tools used in custodial, carpentry, painting, and plumbing work.
• Practice work procedures.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures and standards relevant to work performed.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of work performed.
• Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and software programs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, and procedural guidelines.
• Establish and maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
  
  

Education

Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
  

Experience

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in building and facility maintenance and repair, including facility construction management.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications

• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of a valid Class A California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record within 12 months of appointment.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

When assigned to an office environment, must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; ability to stand and walk between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.

When assigned to field inspection, must possess mobility to work in changing site conditions; possess the strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders; and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards, with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 45 pounds, or heavier weights of up to 90 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing divisional policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Employees are expected to work overtime, weekends, evenings, and holidays as required to accommodate the District’s needs, in addition to responding as a Disaster Service Worker.

A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed online application. Submitting an incomplete application or partial information may result in removal of your application from consideration in the examination process. All applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completion, relevant experience, education, training and other job related qualifications. This is a regular, full-time bargaining unit position.

Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.