Desert Facilities Maintenance & Custodial Technician

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California; California; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Assistant (Facility Services) to perform custodial, janitorial, and maintenance across desert facilities. The role requires travel up to 250 miles daily and rotation across multiple desert sites, primarily Hinds Pumping Plant and Gene Camp.

The position supports regional teams, assists with ground maintenance, and may involve data entry and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to travel up to 250 miles daily.

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial, janitorial, and facility maintenance across desert facilities.
• Assists regional teams daily to maintain facility readiness.
• Operates basic tools and equipment for ground maintenance.
• Supports with administrative duties and data entry as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Tools

Forklifts

Scissor lift

Vehicles operation

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Assistant (Facility Services) to perform custodial, janitorial, and maintenance across desert facilities. The role requires travel up to 250 miles daily and rotation across multiple desert sites, primarily Hinds Pumping Plant and Gene Camp.

The position supports regional teams, assists with ground maintenance, and may involve data entry and administrative tasks as needed.