Public Safety Facilities Maintenance Specialist I

County of Orange, California; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Orange, California is seeking a Sheriff Facilities Maintenance Specialist I to supervise inmate work crews and coordinate facility maintenance across Sheriff-Coroner Department buildings and firing range facilities. The role emphasizes safety, proper use of tools, and adherence to code requirements.

The ideal candidate will operate hand tools, small mechanical equipment, and vehicles such as trucks with lift gates, forklifts, and pallet jacks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic safety requirements, tools and materials needed to maintain and repair facilities.
• Good communication skills; ability to read directions and work with others.
• Ability to operate hand tools, small mechanical equipment, and vehicles used on site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inmate work crews performing maintenance and repairs at Sheriff facilities.
• Coordinate with Sheriff Facilities Operations on tasks requiring journey-level skills or code conformance.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, reorders, and prepare requisitions for parts and equipment.
• Oversee safety practices, document work performed, and ensure compliance with department regulations.

Skills

Safety basics

Tools handling

Communication skills

Vehicle operation

Tools

Truck with lift gate

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand tools

Computer keyboard

Job description

County of Orange, California is seeking a Sheriff Facilities Maintenance Specialist I to supervise inmate work crews and coordinate facility maintenance across Sheriff-Coroner Department buildings and firing range facilities. The role emphasizes safety, proper use of tools, and adherence to code requirements.

The ideal candidate will operate hand tools, small mechanical equipment, and vehicles such as trucks with lift gates, forklifts, and pallet jacks.