ABOUT US
The Public Works Department is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Technician who is technically competent, detail and solution-oriented, with a great attitude.
The incumbent assigned to this position will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance, repair, alteration and construction of City buildings, facilities, street lighting, and fixtures including carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, mechanical, heating, air conditioning, and electrical trades work.
If you are up for the challenge and would like to further grow your career with the City of Arcadia, you are highly encouraged to submit a complete, detailed application.
Key Qualities
- Technically competent
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Solution and team-oriented
- Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
What We Offer- CalPERS retirement plan
- Tuition Reimbursement upon successful completion of probation
- City paid vision plan for employee and family
- City paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long-term Disability
- Up to $1,107 health insurance allowance
Recruitment Process
Apply Online – Submit a detailed, thorough application.
Application Filing Deadline – Open until filled (First review of applications to be conducted on May 27, 2024)
Qualifications Appraisal Interviews (100%) – Week of June 10, 2024 (Tentative)
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, to perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance, repair, alteration and construction of City buildings, facilities, street lighting, and fixtures including carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, mechanical, heating, air conditioning, and electrical trades work.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Maintain and repair City facilities, equipment, street lighting, and buildings by performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, and mechanical repair work.
Install, adjust, repair and inspect heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including forced air furnaces, boilers, water pumps, chillers, air conditioning units, exhaust fans, air filters, compressors, cooling towers, and heat exchangers.
Repair and replace plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, faucets and pipes; clear obstructions from lines.
Perform carpentry work including the construction, installation, remodeling and repairing of cabinets, partitions, walls, windows, doors, roofs, foundations, and other carpentry work.
Participate in remodeling of facilities including submitting cost estimates to supervisor and coordinating with outside contractors as authorized.
Inspect building facilities and parks to identify building maintenance needs.
Install, maintain and repair a variety of roof coverings and floor coverings such as carpeting, tile, linoleum and wood.
Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, sewer augers, and various hand tools required for carpentry, plumbing, and maintenance work.
Read and interpret sketches, diagrams and blueprints.
Repair and maintain electrical lighting systems and fixtures.
Monitor and maintain preventive maintenance records and logs.
OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Methods, practices and equipment used in building maintenance and repair services and activities including a variety of building trades work.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the maintenance and repair of buildings and building facilities.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Basic theory of electricity.
Basic theory and practice of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Policies, procedures and codes related to the maintenance and repair of buildings and building facilities.
Preventive maintenance requirements.
Safe driving principles and practices.
Skill to:
Use and operate hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to:
Perform a full range of semi-skilled and skilled building maintenance and repair work.
Identify building maintenance needs and take corrective actions.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Repair and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment.
Read and interpret sketches, drawings, diagrams and blueprints.
Apply good judgment and practical knowledge to resolve unusual or irregular problems in the area of work assigned.
Perform duties in a manner to maximize public safety in the area of work assigned.
Perform heavy manual labor.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Perform stand-by duty as part of a regular rotation.
Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 lbs.; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations. Availability for on call, stand-by and emergency calls.
Application:
A fully completed online application is required to be submitted. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required online employment application. All certificates, resumes, cover letters, and other documents requested by the City for the position advertised, must be uploaded with your online application.
The Selection Process:
All applications will be reviewed and evaluated. Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. The City reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. Candidates will be notified via e-mail or telephone if they qualify to move to the next step in the selection process. The interview score will determine ranking on the eligibility list and will remain in effect for one year.
Pre-employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure on any part of the selection process will result in removal from the recruitment process. Please Note: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in the selection process, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application.
