Facilities Worker I

California State University, Fresno; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

CalPERS retirement

Sick leave and vacation

Job summary

California State University, Fresno is seeking a Facilities Worker I to perform general and preventive maintenance tasks across campus facilities. Under supervision, you will support plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, sheet metal and locksmithing duties, working independently or with journey-level staff.

This full-time, non-exempt role is onsite in Fresno with a possibility of one remote day per week.

Qualifications

• Experience or training in general facilities and systems maintenance and repair.
• Ability to perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks involving plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, sheet metal, and locksmithing.
• Ability to read and follow standard written instructions and procedures; perform basic arithmetic.

Responsibilities

• Perform general facilities maintenance and repairs as assigned.
• Assist skilled trades workers and operate tools and equipment safely.
• Maintain clean and safe work environments and follow safety policies.
• Work cooperatively with students, staff, faculty and other university personnel.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Job description

Job no: 562767
Work type: Staff
Location: Fresno
Categories: Unit 6 - Teamsters Local 2010, Probationary, Full Time, Trades

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring salary is $4,250per month (Step 1).(Internal employees may be
placed at a salary higher than the anticipated range as required by the collective
bargaining agreement.)

The salary range for this classification is $4,250 -$5,720per month.

• This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week), probationary, non-exempt position.
• Multiple positions may be filled with this recruitment.
• Positions at Fresno State are to perform their work onsite. Some positions, depending upon University needs and operations, may be eligible for remote work, one day per week, pursuant to Fresno State's remote work guidelines and the CSU policy.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Facilities Worker I is a semi-skilled general facilities maintenance classification. Incumbents in this classification perform a variety of general and preventive maintenance and repair work that does not require journey-level skills. Incumbents work independently and perform a variety of semi-skilled facilities and systems maintenance functions or may work under the direction of journey-level crafts workers on complex assignments.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge:
  • Possess a working knowledge of methods, practices, and tools related to facilities and systems maintenance and repair in areas such as plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, sheet metal, and locksmithing.
  • Work requires a working knowledge of the common terminology, methods, practices, tools, and procedures related to building and facilities services, maintenance, and repair, and/or a base knowledge of a building/construction or mechanical trade.
• Abilities:
  • Must be able to perform proficiently a variety of semi-skilled facilities maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Operate all applicable tools, equipment, and systems.
  • Follow standard written instructions and procedures.
  • Read and write at a level appropriate to the position.
  • Perform simple arithmetic calculations as required by the position.
  • Demonstrate the ability to learn maintenance and repair functions.
  • This position requires the performance of strenuous manual labor.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, faculty and other members of the University community, and promote a positive, service oriented, collegial work environment.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and in a team-oriented environment.

Education and Experience

• These abilities normally would be acquired through any combination of experience and training equivalent to 6 months of experience as a trades assistant or laborer, or six months of hands-on experience in general facilities and systems maintenance and repair work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized Skills in the following trade areas Carpentry, Painting, Locksmith, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, and Sheetmetal.
• Certifications in or associated with Skilled Trades work or closely related fields.

Department Summary

Fresno State Facilities Management is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and sustainable environment that supports the operational needs of our campus community.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by October 20, 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

• Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

California State University, Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Human Resources Department at [phone].

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety ActNotification

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics ofCleryAct crimes for Fresno State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [e-mail] .

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to [e-mail] .

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

Additional Information

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)

Advertised: 06 Oct 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled