Maintenance Worker II - Government Buildings / Facilities

City-of-Fountain-Valley,-Ca; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4/10 schedule

CalPERS retirement

CalPERS medical and dental

Matching deferred compensation

Long-term disability

Generous leave

11 paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Fountain Valley is seeking an experienced Maintenance Worker to join the Facilities Maintenance team. This journey-level position maintains City buildings and infrastructure, performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and improvements while coordinating with contractors to support operations across City Hall, police, fire, senior center, and parks facilities.

Ideal candidates bring a strong journey-level knowledge of building maintenance, comfort working across electrical, HVAC,

Qualifications

• Two years related experience in facilities maintenance in municipal or similar setting.
• Vocational/technical coursework in facilities/building maintenance/repair is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and improvements on a wide variety of municipal buildings and building systems.
• Maintain electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, lighting, doors, hardware, and other building components.
• Diagnose maintenance issues and recommend effective repair solutions.
• Coordinate and work collaboratively with outside contractors on specialized repair and construction projects.
• Inspect facilities to identify maintenance needs and help ensure safe, functional, and welcoming public buildings.
• Assist fellow team members across all maintenance disciplines, supporting a collaborative and cross-trained work environment.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and prioritize work to minimize disruptions to City operations.

Skills

Building maintenance

Electrical systems

HVAC maintenance

Carpentry

Education

High school diploma

Vocational/technical coursework in facilities/building maintenance/repair

Job description

MORE THAN A JOB- AN OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE, GROW, AND MAKE AN IMPACT!

Click Here to Learn About the City of Fountain Valley

THE CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY

The City of Fountain Valley is nestled in the heart of Orange County. With approximately 57,000 residents, the City is only 7 miles from the beach with countless restaurants, entertainment venues, shopping centers, and Disneyland within a 15-mile radius of the City, providing many options for a rich work-life balance.

ABOUT THE ROLE: "Keep our City's Essential Facilities Running"

Do you take pride in solving problems, mastering multiple trades, and keeping facilities operating safely and efficiently? If you're a well-rounded maintenance professional who enjoys variety and values teamwork, we'd love to hear from you. The City is seeking an experienced Maintenance Worker to join our Facilities Maintenance team. This journey-level position works alongside two other Maintenance Workers under the direction of the Facilities Foreman to maintain the buildings and infrastructure that serve our community every day.

From City Hall and the Police Department to Fire stations, the Senior Center, recreation facilities, sports park buildings, and other municipal properties, no two days are the same. Our team relies on adaptable professionals who are willing to cross-train, assist wherever needed, and contribute across multiple building trades. As a member of our Facilities Maintenance team, you will:

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and improvements on a wide variety of municipal buildings and building systems.


• Maintain electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, lighting, doors, hardware, and other building components.


• Diagnose maintenance issues and recommend effective repair solutions.


• Coordinate and work collaboratively with outside contractors on specialized repair and construction projects.


• Inspect facilities to identify maintenance needs and help ensure safe, functions, and welcoming public buildings.


• Assist fellow team members across all maintenance disciplines, supporting a collaborative and cross-trained work environment.


• Respond to maintenance emergencies and prioritize work to minimize disruptions to City operations.

The ideal candidate is a skilled facilities maintenance professional who:

• Has strong journey-level knowledge of building maintenance practices;


• Possesses demonstrated expertise in electrical systems and HVAC maintenance, while remaining comfortable performing work across multiple trades;


• Enjoys solving problems independently and as part of a team;


• Takes pride in high-quality workmanship and attention to detail;


• Communicates effectively with coworkers, contractors, and City staff;


• Is flexible, adaptable, and willing to cross-train to support the needs of the entire Facilities Maintenance Team; and


• Understands that maintaining public facilities means providing exceptional service to employees, residents, and visitors.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

Our Facilities Maintenance team plays a vital role in keeping the City's essential services operating every day. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your skills make a visible impact across a diverse portfolio of municipal facilities. If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and the opportunity to apply and expand your trade skills every day, this is the position for you.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDE

• 4/10 schedule (off Fridays)


• CalPERS retirement (2%@60 for Classic or 2%@62 for PEPRA)


• CalPERS medical HMO/PPO plan options, dental, life insurance, vision, and optional AFLAC insurance


• Matching deferred compensation employer contribution (up to $225 per month)


• City-paid long-term disability insurance


• Generous leave accruals


• 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Vocational/technical coursework in facilities/building maintenance/repair is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE

• Two years related experience in facilities maintenance that may include carpentry, painting, plumbing, metal fabrication, welding, heating, air conditioning and electrical work, preferably in a municipal setting or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.

REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• A valid California Class C driver’s license is required.


• A commercial driver’s license is highly desirable.


• Building Operator certification is highly desirable.


• Maintain, at all times, the license required for this job description.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

• Must be available for standby duty and is subject to periodic call-out during off-time hours to assist in emergency repairs.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, written test, performance exam, and/or oral interview. The employment application and supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.

IMPORTANT SELECTION INFORMATION

All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the pre-employment process which may include but is not limited to: reference checks, background investigation, credit check, California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), and pre-employment medical examination.

EEO/ADA STATEMENT

The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodations during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the test date.

NOTE

The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.