Leads, coordinates, schedules and reviews the work of assigned staff engaged in transit facilities maintenance and repairs. Assigns work to staff and ensures that work orders have been completed. Provides input on employee performance evaluations.
Trains and oversees assigned staff.
Assists in the remodeling of department facilities and buildings. Coordinates work activities with other City staff.
Receives and prioritizes work requests. Estimates job costs, determines materials and supplies needed to complete a job, orders supplies, materials and equipment.
Utilizes computerized software applications to assign and process work orders and tracks and monitors completion of work.
Constructs, rebuilds and repairs transit equipment and facilities including various wood and metal structures, equipment and furniture; prepares surfaces for painting and varnishing and applies surface coverings, as required.
Performs skilled rough and finish carpentry work. Performs various refrigeration, plumbing and heating related duties. Assists in the purchase, installation, repair and maintenance of various plumbing, heating and air conditioning fixtures and performs welding and metal fabrication. Operates forklift and power lifts, as required.
Ensures compliance with applicable Federal, State and local codes, regulations and requirements and appropriate safety practices and procedures.
Monitors systems and inspects, troubleshoots, repairs and/or replaces faulty parts to mechanical and industrial equipment, building structures, plumbing and electrical work order requests.
Coordinates emergency repairs and large, complex projects, as assigned.
Estimates cost of labor and materials for work orders; obtains competitive prices for equipment and supplies purchased by the Department.
Works with CNG fueling systems; monitors and oversees repairs and maintenance of the fueling systems.
Leads others and assists with daily, weekly, monthly and annual preventative maintenance on transit machinery, equipment and facilities.
Interprets and follows specifications, blueprints, technical manuals and schematic drawings to perform installations, services and repairs.
Rebuilds components of machinery and equipment in an effort to repair or extend usability.
Maintains various records related to labor, materials and work orders.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Skilled rough and finish carpentry work.
Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry and painting procedures.
Effective building maintenance skills, methods and techniques.
Tools, equipment and materials used in general building maintenance and repair.
Applicable Federal, State and local building codes and regulations.
Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures.
Use of hand and power tools and equipment.
Record keeping techniques.
Safe work practices and procedures.
Basic supervisory techniques.
Effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Schedule, lead, train and coordinate the work of staff.
Organize and prioritize work.
Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair complex equipment and components.
Perform a wide variety of skilled journey-level work in the maintenance and repair of transit facilities and equipment.
Perform basic estimation calculations.
Interpret and apply relevant Federal, State and local laws and regulations.
Follow and enforce City codes, policies and standards.
Interpret schematics, blue prints, drawings and technical materials.
Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
Lift, carry and move heavy objects.
Work at heights up to 50 feet.
Perform physical labor for sustained periods of time.
Operate forklifts and powerlifts.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees, outside contractors, various businesses and agencies, and the general public.
Using a personal computer and applicable software applications.
Using hand and power tools and equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from high school or the equivalent.
Experience: Three years of paid work experience performing building/facilities maintenance and repairs which has included building trade construction and carpentry work.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid class C driver license. Must obtain a California class B driver license within one year of date of hire. Must obtain forklift operator certification within six months of date of hire.
Work is regularly performed inside and outside in seasonal weather. Physical demands may include walking, standing, kneeling, bending, reaching and lifting heavy objects. Work is often performed in cramped and awkward positions. Must be available to respond to emergency situations. May be required to visit off-site locations to attend meetings. May be required to work evenings or weekends dependent upon assignment.
HOW TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an online City application and required supplemental questions to be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process and should not be submitted.
NOTE: If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position.
SELECTION PROCESS: All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Testing may consist of the following:
Evaluation of Training & Experience
Oral Interview
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!
Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.
