Chief Facilities Maintenance Worker

City of West Sacramento; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of West Sacramento is seeking a Chief Facilities Maintenance Worker to oversee a maintenance team. This role involves performing skilled tasks, supervising staff, and ensuring the upkeep of city facilities. Candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in maintenance coordination, and the ability to manage both maintenance and administrative responsibilities. A high school diploma and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as Senior Facilities Maintenance Worker.
• Valid California driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate maintenance team activities.
• Perform complex construction and repair tasks.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare reports.

Skills

Communication

Record Keeping

Supervision

Maintenance Coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Coursework in mechanical-electrical technology

Job description

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in coordinating the workload of a facilities maintenance team. Experience in municipal work is highly preferred but not mandatory. An ideal candidate can maintain accurate records, communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats, and balance both maintenance and administrative responsibilities.

An official City of West Sacramento application form must be filled out completely. It is the applicant's responsibility to fully and clearly explain qualifications. Applicants must submit a resume and complete the required supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete submissions may lead to disqualification. Applications will be reviewed and screened; additional criteria will be developed based on the supplemental questionnaire. Depending on the number of qualified candidates, oral panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for December 19th, with the top candidates possibly returning for further consideration around December 21st.

DEFINITION:

The Chief Facilities Maintenance Worker performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks to improve, maintain, and repair City buildings and facilities. This is the senior level in this series, providing lead supervision and training to subordinate personnel.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives general direction from the Equipment and Facilities Superintendent. Exercises technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the advanced journey level and lead class in the Facilities Maintenance series, handling the most complex duties related to City buildings and facilities. Responsibilities include inspecting areas, performing maintenance and repairs, and maintaining basic plumbing and electrical systems. Incumbents perform duties independently and provide lead supervision, distinguishing this class from lower levels and from the Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in implementing goals, policies, and priorities.
• Assign and perform complex operational duties, including budget and procurement tasks.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare reports.
• Estimate costs for work requests.
• Respond to inquiries and evaluate operational effectiveness.
• Coordinate and review subordinate work; provide technical training and supervision.
• Assess maintenance needs of facilities and equipment.
• Perform complex construction and repair activities.
• Operate and maintain various tools and read blueprints.
• Install and repair mechanical systems in City buildings.
• Provide supervision in the absence of the Superintendent.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience coordinating a facilities maintenance team. Municipal experience is highly preferred but not mandatory. Candidates should maintain accurate records, communicate effectively, and manage both maintenance and administrative tasks.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills. Typically:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; coursework in mechanical-electrical technology from an accredited college is desirable.
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience comparable to a Senior Facilities Maintenance Worker, or 2 years comparable to a Stationary Engineer, totaling 5 years of related experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

A valid California driver's license is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Travel between sites; work at heights; exposure to voltages, hydraulic, pneumatic, and chemical systems; may require evening, weekend, or holiday work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Mobility to work in various facilities; ability to perform medium to heavy physical work; operate tools; read printed and digital materials; communicate verbally and in writing; perform tasks requiring bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS:

Exposure to confined spaces, dust, noise, weather conditions; interaction with staff, the public, and contractors; adherence to safety protocols regarding hazards and chemicals.