General Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Technician

This position performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to the care and maintenance of City facilities and equipment. This position will be required to work a full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Performs inspections and repairs of City-owned buildings; reports maintenance problems; performs preventative maintenance

Prioritizes, schedules, and completes building maintenance requests and work orders

Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repairs, including painting, drywall repair, carpentry, plumbing, locksmithing, and electrical

Performs repairs to City facilities relating to HVAC, roofing, and mechanical systems

Maintains and repairs playground and fitness equipment and pool equipment, including plumbing, filters, valves, and pumps

Completes tasks related to janitorial maintenance, including opening and restocking bathrooms and City facilities; cleans facilities when necessary

Schedules, inspects, and reports on the performance of contracted services for janitorial, building maintenance, and security

Responds to customer inquiries and service requests via the Resident Service Center program

Operates power tools and equipment in a safe manner

Works weekends as a regular work schedule in addition to responding to overtime calls that occur after hours, on weekends, and holidays

Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or GED equivalent

One year of experience in the maintenance or repair of buildings, facilities, and equipment

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver license and a safe driving record

Knowledge and Abilities :

Knowledge of and the ability to apply principles of general maintenance, including carpentry, drywall repair, painting, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC troubleshooting and repair

Ability to operate various small power tools, some heavy equipment, boom lifts, ladders, and other equipment used in the performance of building maintenance

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, outside agencies, and the public

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing and understand written and verbal instructions

Entry level computer skills with the ability to effectively respond to citizen inquiries via the Resident Service Center and Microsoft Outlook

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to observe safety principles and work in a safe manner

Strong customer service and follow-up skills and the ability to provide excellent customer service to City staff and the public with a positive attitude

Ability to take initiative and effectively prioritize and manage time to meet deadlines and complete assigned projects

This position requires physical labor, including the ability to bend, squat, lift, and carry and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more

Additional Information :

An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following : written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and / or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and / or via video conferencing. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application / selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance.

All offers of regular employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical, which may include a drug screen and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation will be accepted. All new employees are required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency. Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

This position is covered by an existing collective bargaining agreement between the City of Santa Clarita and Service Employees International Union, Local 721, AFL-CIO. If selected for this position, the employee will be bound by that agreement and may be responsible for paying applicable union dues. A copy of the Memorandum of Understanding will be provided upon hire.

Compensation includes enrollment in California Public Employees' Retirement System as a replacement for Social Security plus a competitive benefits package. All appointments are made at step 1 of the salary range unless otherwise authorized by the City Manager.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer.