MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

11 paid holidays per year

Paid time off

Defined benefit retirement program

Commuter benefits

Employee wellness programs

Medical/dependent care reimbursement

Job summary

The State of California invites applications for the Maintenance Mechanic position within the Facilities Management Division, Junipero Serra Unit, Los Angeles. The role focuses on independently performing skilled maintenance tasks to support building operations and mechanical systems, in accordance with departmental policies.

Salary ranges from $5,422.00 to $6,499.00 per month. Final filing date is 9/10/2026.

Qualifications

• Maintenance Mechanic classification and salary range.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform a wide variety of skilled maintenance tasks to maintain, improve, and repair buildings, occupied spaces, mechanical systems and equipment in accordance with DGS and FMD policies.

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic
MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

$5,422.00 - $6,499.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/10/2026

Excellence in the Business of Government!
Come join a team that creates:

• A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics,integrity, and stewardship.
• A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
• An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge,skills, and experience to grow within the department.

Under general direction of the Chief Engineer II, the Maintenance Mechanic in the Facilities Management Division (FMD) Junipero Serra Unit is responsible for independently performing a wide variety of skilled maintenance tasks to maintain, improve, and repair the buildings, occupied spaces, mechanical systems and equipment in accordance with Department of General Services (DGS) and FMD policies, procedures, and guidelines.

This position may require travel.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of General Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity:A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
• Career Growth and Training:A focus on career growth and training in an effort to engage and retain a diverse talent pool that aligns with the organization's mission and vision.
• Competitive Rewards:Employees enjoy world-class benefits packages, attractive salaries, and robust pension plans, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being.
• Work-Life Balance:Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
• Learning and Development:Emphasizing on continuous learning, DGS offers onsite and virtual Statewide Training programs to ensure that employees remain at the cutting edge of their fields.
• Generous State Benefits:Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependentcare reimbursement accounts.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC $5,422.00 - $6,499.00A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Work Week:

Monday – Friday

Department Information

The Department of General Services (DGS) Core Values and Employee Expectations are key to the success of the Department's Mission. That mission is to "Deliver results by providing timely, cost-effective services and products that support our customers." DGS employees are to adhere to the Core Values and Employee Expectations, and to perform their duties in a way that exhibits and promotes those values and expectations.

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
• Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include employment dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities performed, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. License and Certification numbers included on the STD 678 must include issue date and expiration date. Failure to indicate issue and expiration dates will result in disqualification.?Resumes or other documents cannot substitute the STD 678 (State Application). Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/10/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Local bidders (DGS employees) will be considered first and must file their bid requests for this position by the “Final Filing Date” with the contact person listed above, using the Post and Bid Request form, DGS OHR 56 (Rev 01/2022). The employee with the greatest amount of continuous “local work location” seniority in the class shall be selected over other employees and notified of start date. If there are no local bidders, then the Outside Local Post and Bid bidders will be contacted who indicated interest in positions at this location. If no outside bidders are interested, then the selection criteria above in “Who May Apply” will be utilized.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Reporting Location:
Junipero Sera Building 320 W 4th Street Los Angeles, CA 90013

Department Website: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/home.aspx