Facilities Technician

City of El Cajon; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of El Cajon seeks a Facilities Technician in the Public Works Department to ensure the upkeep of the city's infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be a skilled individual with experience in maintenance and repair across multiple systems, contributing to an empowering work environment known for its strong work-life balance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits and retirement plans

Alternate work schedules (e.g. 4/10's)

Opportunities for professional skills development

Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license.
• One year journey level experience in building construction or related trades.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, installs, and repairs heating, air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on City facilities and equipment.
• Inspects and repairs a variety of systems and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance

Installation

Repair

Technical Skills

Education

High school graduation supplemented by vocational training

Job description

*3% Cost of Living salary increase effective July 2025*

** 5% salary incentive may be included for possession ofUniversal Refrigerant Transition & Recovery Certification**

The Position:

The City is currently searching for driven individuals to join the Public Works Department. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team player who demonstrates confidence and professionalism with the ability to undertake a full range of maintenance duties. Facilities Technician is a crucial role that ensures the safety and functionality of our City’s infrastructure - apply today!

The Opportunity:

The City of El Cajon is a leader among San Diego County and a wonderful location to live, work and play. As San Diego's Top Workplace in 2022-2023, the City prides itself on an empowering workplace culture that supports a strong work-life balance and professional development. The City offers exceptional benefits & retirement plans, alternate work schedules (e.g. 4/10's), and opportunities for professional skills development.

To view full Benefits & Retirement details, please visit Page 14 of theECMEA-MOU: Article 6 - Health and Welfare

The Recruitment Process:

The most highly qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the in-person examination process, which includes a Qualifications Appraisal Interview & Practical Exam, both tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration for at least six months.For the full position description, please visit our website:Facilities Technician

• Inspects, installs, repairs, maintains and adjusts heating and air conditioning systems;
• Maintains, installs and repairs electrical and plumbing systems in City facilities;
• Checks and may make repairs to fire alarm systems;
• Repairs and replaces locks;
• Repairs roofs, replaces floor and ceiling tiles;
• Performs preventive maintenance on City facilities and equipment;
• Maintains interior and exterior walls and surfaces by painting, plastering and/or general repair;
• Ensures proper working condition of doors and windows and replaces or repairs as necessary;
• Prepares, constructs and replaces wood and glass items in City buildings;
• Reads and interprets sketches, diagrams and blueprints;
• Performs carpentry and other construction work in remodeling City facilities;
• Mixes, pours and finishes cement structures;
• Installs and repairs a variety of City equipment;
• Responds to maintenance emergencies;
• Moves furniture;
• Installs computer and telephone cabling;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by an appropriate vocational training program in the building trades or a general maintenance training program.

EXPERIENCE: One year journey level experience in building construction, remodeling or maintenance involving heating, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or related building trades.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of or ability to obtain, prior to employment, a valid Class C California driver's license.