Building Maintenance Worker I/II (HVAC & General Maintenance)

City of Fremont; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fremont is seeking experienced Building Maintenance Workers for HVAC and general maintenance roles. Successful applicants will maintain public facilities by performing installations, repairs, and preventive maintenance on various systems, ensuring safety and effectiveness in city operations. This full-time position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while working with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience with HVAC systems and general maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work.
• Familiarity with safety standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC installation, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Conduct general maintenance tasks on city facilities.
• Assist in building repairs including carpentry and electrical work.

Skills

HVAC

General maintenance

Carpentry

Electrical repairs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Building Maintenance Worker I/II (HVAC & General Maintenance)

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Building Maintenance Worker I/II (HVAC & General Maintenance)

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The Department

The mission of the Maintenance Operations Department is to enhance the community by providing high quality maintenance services through the maintenance of safe and effective transportation systems and public infrastructure that support a desirable quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors, and to support the City organization with efficient and effective services for City buildings and fleet vehicles.

The Positions

The Building Maintenance Division of the Maintenance Operations Department is seeking experienced Building Maintenance Workers to provide HVAC maintenance support for all public facilities, such as City Hall, Historic Buildings, Fire Stations, Police Department, Recreation facilities, and Rental Housing. Building Maintenance Workers (HVAC) design, fabricate, inspect, install, troubleshoot and evaluate problems with HVAC equipment. They also repair heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and related apparatus. Additionally, they install, repair and/or replace controls for energy management system as well as perform preventive maintenance and sheet metal work, including design and fabrication.

The Building Maintenance Division of the Maintenance Operations Department is also seeking experienced Building Maintenance Workers to provide general maintenance support for all public facilities, such as City Hall, Historic Buildings, Fire Stations, Police Department, Recreation facilities, and Rental Housing. Maintenance tasks for the general assignment typically include painting, electrical repairs, wall repair, roof repair, carpentry/metal work, and floor repair.

First Review of Applications

The first review of applications is Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PT). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Selection Process

The process may include an online multiple-choice exam (tentatively scheduled for the last week of July), individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, pre-employment medical exam and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Reasonable Accommodation

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling [phone] or emailing [e-mail].

Contact Us

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: [e-mail]

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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Building Maintenance Worker I/II Class Specifications

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Building Maintenance Worker I

Definition

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties at the skilled level to maintain and repair city buildings, structures and their attendant equipment. Assignments include carpentry, painting, locksmithing, plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), parts coordination/warehouse, and related work as required.

Class Characteristics

This first level classification in the Building Maintenance Worker series reports to Building Maintenance Field Supervisor and may receive direction from Building Maintenance Workers II and III. Incumbents independently perform routine carpentry, painting, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing maintenance and repair work, and assist Building Maintenance Worker II's in the repair and reconfiguring of buildings and building components. The Parts Coordination assignment requires requisition, purchase, storage and distribution of a variety of building maintenance materials and tools. Assignments, objectives, work methods, and sequence of steps are explained in general terms. Checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

Assigned duties and responsibilities require travel throughout the City in response to requests for the repair and alteration of buildings, materials or equipment. This work is frequently performed on uneven, sloping, slippery and unpaved surfaces, on ladders, in crawl spaces, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, weather and humidity and in proximity to electricity, mechanical equipment, gasses, fumes, dusts, and chemicals.

Building Maintenance Worker II

Definition

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties at the journey level to maintain and repair city buildings, structures and their attendant equipment. Duties include: carpentry, painting, locksmithing, plumbing, electrical, control systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and related work as required. Incumbent may lead the work of others including those of the same classification. Depending upon need, duties of incumbents in this classification may emphasize a particular trade associated with building maintenance and repair.

Class Characteristics

This second level classification in the Building Maintenance Worker series reports to the Building Maintenance Field Supervisor and may receive direction from Building Maintenance Worker III's or II's. Incumbents may be assigned to perform in any of the skill areas. All of the tasks assigned to this classification are typically of moderate to high difficulty and complexity. Assignments, objectives, work methods, and sequence of steps are explained in general terms. Checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions. Incumbents are expected to plan details of each job and carry it to completion without immediate supervision. Building Maintenance Field Supervisor or Building Maintenance Worker III's or II's may provide technical assistance on unusual problems.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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