Maintenance Specialist II

Salt Lake City Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 vacation days to start

12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

6 - 12 weeks paid parental leave

Bonus leave credit for eligible rehire

Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000/yr

Retirement contributions (pension/401k

Job summary

Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Specialist II to perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance across city facilities. The role involves supervising and guiding others, interpreting blueprints, and managing building systems.

You will handle a range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and energy management, with opportunities for advancement within the facilities group. This is a full-time position based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of facilities maintenance, construction or repair experience in a commercial/industrial setting.
• Forklift driver certification within six months of employment.
• Building operators certificate within one year of hire.
• Experience reading blueprints, circuit diagrams, and operations manuals.
• Knowledge of power and hand tools used in facilities maintenance.
• Proven computer experience with recordkeeping and automated system controls.
• BCI background check completed successfully.

Responsibilities

• Maintains broad knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements for city facilities.
• Performs preventative maintenance on building systems and related components; tests and evaluates performance.
• Repairs and maintains facility systems and equipment; handles wiring, doors, safety systems, and lubrication orders.
• Troubleshoots equipment and coordinates external service providers as needed.
• Assists in project cost estimates and monitors contractor work for compliance.
• Adjusts computerized control systems for lighting and energy management; troubleshoots control systems.
• Maintains electronic records of maintenance and work orders; closes and tracks work orders.
• Trains staff on safety procedures for facilities operations.
• Responds to emergencies and weather events to keep facilities operational.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and maintains records.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Manual dexterity

Guiding staff

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Building operators certificate

CDL class A/B

OSHA 10-hour

Job description

Position Title

Maintenance Specialist II

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

Salary/Hourly Range

Entry: $24.28

1 Year: $27.32

3 Years: $31.96

Department: Public Services

Work Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Benefits

Salt Lake City Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package primarily for full-time employees. Eligibility varies by employment status. Explore Salt Lake City employee benefits , or use our Total Compensation Calculator to estimate the overall value of pay and benefits.

Important Application Information

We want to recognize the experience you bring. Please include all education and work experience relevant to this position in your application and resume. If those don’t fully capture your experience, you may attach an additional document describing your previous roles, dates of employment, hours worked, and duties.

If you are selected, we’ll use this information to determine your starting pay. For eligible positions, your prior experience may also qualify you for a higher leave accrual rate under the City’s Prior Service Leave Accrual Procedure .

Application Deadline

Open until filled: We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Job Description

Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, adjustment and minor construction work in the trades to ensure facilities are properly maintained and meet City Standards. Guides less-skilled staff in completing shared work assignments. Assists Trade staff in the completion of larger and more complex assignments. Duties may fall into a variety of trades including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy management, fire, safety and keys/security systems.

This is the second level of a Facilities job line. It is distinguished by the responsibility for intermediate-level trades work, requiring competence in independently performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks. In addition, positions at this level provide guidance to personnel on shared work assignments. Within the job line there may be some overlap between the levels of work. Incumbent at this level may be occasionally called upon to perform tasks associated with a higher or lower level responsibilities, such as working independently, learning a new skill, or assisting other staff members.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities.

• Performs preventative maintenance on building systems, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and control systems and related components. Tests system components, devices and evaluates performance.

• Repairs and maintains a variety of facility systems, components and structures; repairs building plumbing, low-voltage and line voltage electric systems, door hardware, fire, safety protection, equipment systems; cleans and inspects all equipment, completes filter changes, and lubrication orders.

• Performs service and preventative maintenance on equipment; troubleshoots equipment problems and identifies external service providers to make repairs or perform warranty work when necessary.

• Identifies repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; participates in estimates and evaluations of project costs; monitors work of vendors or contractors; assists in the review of new construction or remodel plans to assure compliance with facility maintenance standards.

• Accesses and makes all levels of adjustments to computerized control systems for lighting or energy management systems and troubleshoots control system problems.

• Performs electronic recordkeeping related to preventative maintenance and repair so the Facilities division makes the most efficient and effective use of computerized maintenance management and service request systems; tracks and closes assigned work orders. May monitor work orders assigned to others and assist in managing work orders.

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems and code requirements related to maintenance of city facilities. Knows and understands all safety procedures. Trains less-skilled staff on safety procedures related to facilities operations. Maintains appropriate records and reports.

• Responds to city emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure all facilities are protected and remain operational. Assists with tasks required in preparing to open buildings after a closure including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks and start-up operations as assigned.

• Recordkeeping and regulations, including use of automated record systems; OSHA workplace health, safety standards and procedures. Maintain logs, inventories and purchasing records; respond to service requests; monitor and manage work orders in the computerized maintenance management system; access and set automated control systems.

• Train employees on a variety of tools and power equipment.

• Plan and coordinate work; track and plan preventative maintenance work; maintain records and reports in computerized and written formats.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Three years of facilities maintenance, construction or repair experience in a commercial or industrial setting.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Forklift driver certification required within six months of employment.

• Obtain a building operators certificate within one year of hire.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, circuit diagrams, and operations manuals.

• Demonstrated knowledge of power and hand tools used in facilities maintenance.

• Demonstrated knowledge of computers used for recordkeeping and automated system controls.

• Successful completion of BCI Police and Courts background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A or B.

• Certificates or licenses in facility maintenance crafts or trades.

• OSHA 10-hour certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions.

• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions, noise and temperature extremes.

• Frequent bending, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching below and above shoulders.

• Must be able to perform heavy labor, including lifting up to 75 pounds.

• Wrist, hand and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials.

• Unconventional working hours including long shifts, weekends and holidays as needed.

CAREER LADDER

• After fully satisfying the job minimum requirements of the Facilities Maintenance Specialist II, incumbent may be advanced to Facilities Maintenance Specialist III. Advancement is conditional on availability of funding and requires divisional recommendation, Department Director approval and the concurrence of the Human Resources Department.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

Scheduled Hours

40

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs with integrity and professionalism.

We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference.

If you’re driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

Salt Lake City offers a competitive and well-rounded benefits package designed to support your health, financial future, and professional growth. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/) site.

Health & Wellness

• Medical insurance

• Dental, vision, life insurance

• HSA (with $1,000–$2,000 City contribution)

• Wellness clinic for employees & families

• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Perks

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $4,000/year)

• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))

• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more

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We know time away from work is essential for rest, personal needs, and family life. Salt Lake City offers generous paid leave to help you recharge and stay balanced. To learn more, visit our Benefits & Wellness (https://www.slc.gov/hr/benefits-and-wellness/paid-leave/) site.

• 12 vacation days to start

• 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday

• Up to 80 hours personal leave annually

• 6 - 12 weeks of paid parental leave

• Bonus leave credit for eligible rehires & public sector transfers

Our Recruitment Team is ready to assist you throughout the entire hiring process—from questions about job openings to application support. Reach the Recruitment Team at 801-535-6699

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The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.

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