Facilities Maintenance Worker I/II at County of Tuolumne – Sonora, California

Facilities Maintenance Worker I: $19.14 - $23.27 /hr.
Facilities Maintenance Worker II: #21.15 - $25.71 /hr.

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of technical maintenance, repair, installation, alteration, and construction activities involving carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, mechanical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and HVAC installation, and electrical trades work to improve, maintain, remodel, and renovate County buildings, facilities, and fixtures; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Facilities Maintenance Worker I/II
Receives general supervision from Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Exercises no supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Facilities Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry-level classification in the facilities maintenance class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance experience learn County infrastructure, systems, and facilities, use of tools and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. This classification is flexibly staffed with Facilities Maintenance Worker II, and incumbents normally advance to the higher level after gaining experience and achieving proficiency which meet the requirements for the Facilities Maintenance Worker II.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II: This is the full journey-level classification in the facilities maintenance class series that performs mechanical and electrical maintenance duties at County buildings and facilities required to ensure that all are maintained in a safe and effective working condition and provide the highest level of safety for County and public use. Incumbents are responsible for performing maintenance and alterations on County buildings and facilities, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC), and other electrical and mechanical systems, identifying and evaluating construction-related problems, and performing installation and repairs on plumbing systems. Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Facilities Maintenance Workers II may specialize in particular areas of the work and may provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. This class is distinguished from Senior Facilities Maintenance Worker in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional supervision of lower-level maintenance staff and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the function.
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Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Facilities Maintenance Worker I

• Maintains and repairs County facilities, equipment, and buildings by performing a wide variety of carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, and mechanical repair work.
• Performs a variety of electrical repairs and installations, such as electric panels, wiring, cabling, system protective devices, switches, light fixtures, alarm systems and related equipment, including work with three-phase systems and voltages up to 480.
• Installs, adjusts, repairs, inspects, tests, calibrates, troubleshoots, maintains, and services a wide variety of HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including forced air furnaces, boilers, water pumps, chillers, air conditioning units, exhaust fans, air filters, compressors, cooling towers, heat exchangers, valves, and controllers.
• Installs, repairs and maintains domestic water supply, drainage plumbing and related fixtures using copper, galvanized, iron and PVC pipe techniques.
• Installs, replaces, repairs, and adjusts valves, thermostats, filters, belts, fuses, and controls; insulates pipes of refrigeration and HVAC systems; cleans, lubricates, and adjusts systems.
• Installs, repairs and calibrates electric, electronic, pneumatic and hydraulic control systems.
• Maintains, adjusts and repairs a variety of specialized equipment such as elevators, generators, cleaning equipment, etc.
• Performs framing, rough and finish carpentry, and cabinetry to erect small structures, partition interior spaces, frame and trim doors and windows, build interior appurtenances, and perform related functions.
• Hangs, tapes and textures wallboard; patches plaster; applies interior finishes such as paint, paneling, varnishes, etc.
• Installs flooring tile, ceramic tile, molding and baseboards.
• Performs the full range of masonry duties; installs and repairs drywall.
• Repairs metal equipment, fixtures and furniture; fabricates frames and racks using acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment.
• Prepares forms; sets rebar; pours and finishes concrete to repair or replace building slabs, foundations, retaining walls, driveways, walkways, steps, etc.; repairs brick and other masonry structures.
• Installs locks and deadbolts; changes tumblers and makes keys.
• Removes and replaces window glass.
• Performs routine building maintenance work as necessary, such as changing light bulbs, hanging pictures and signs, replacing batteries, clearing roof gutters and drainpipes, etc.
• Performs groundskeeping work as assigned, including but not limited to mowing grass, raking and removing debris from grounds, removing weeds, blowing / sweeping walkways, pruning shrubbery and trees, etc.
• Performs general custodial / housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Operates lawn mowers, weed eater, a variety of standard hand and power tools, soldering and welding equipment, gauges, meters, calibration equipment; uses measuring devices and safety gear.
• Prepares complete and accurate records of maintenance work completed.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding areas of responsibility.
• Attends training, meetings, workshops, etc., as required to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Adheres to all Federal, State, and County safety regulations and policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II: (In addition to the above)

• Inspects assigned County buildings, grounds and equipment for maintenance and repair needs and safety concerns.
• Designs, calculates and prepares sketches for construction and building modifications to be performed; estimates materials and lays out work.
• May provide instruction and leadership to work release inmates as assigned.
• Assists in ordering and maintaining supply and parts inventory.

Knowledge of:

Facilities Maintenance Worker I:

• Basic principles, practices, tools, and materials as they relate to the maintenance and repair of infrastructure, facilities, systems, and appurtenances similar to those in a municipal environment.
• Construction mathematics for determining slope, calculating square footage, etc.
• Basic computer equipment and applications related to the work, e.g. email, internet search, etc.
• Basic English, reading comprehension, and communication skills.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and County staff.
• Safe driving rules and practices.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II: (In addition to the above)

• Principles, practices, methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in the maintenance and repair of County buildings and facilities, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, HVAC, and mechanical and electrical work.
• Principles, theories, and standard practices of several maintenance trades as they apply to maintenance and repair of structures, machinery, and equipment.
• Principles and techniques of domestic water supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper and PVC pipe.
• Operation and care of internal combustion engines and hydraulic equipment.
• Occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Methods and materials used in concrete work, surface patching and brick / masonry repair.
• Techniques and safety precautions in acetylene and arc welding.
• Methods and materials used in roof and wall structure repair.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Methods and equipment used in groundskeeping work.
• Principles and procedures of record-keeping and reporting.
• Basic principles of instruction and leadership.

Ability to:

Facilities Maintenance Worker I:

• Perform basic construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work to County buildings, equipment and grounds.
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair.
• Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and light to heavy equipment required for the work.
• Learn and apply County and department policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a clean working condition providing for proper security.
• Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties.
• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Operate and care for a variety of light equipment, vehicles and tools in a safe and effective manner.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II: (In addition to the above)

• Perform a variety of complex technical tasks in the construction, maintenance, renovation, and repair of County buildings and facilities.
• Perform skilled work in carpentry, plumbing, roofing, painting, mechanical, heating, ventilation, concrete, air conditioning, and electrical trades.
• Identify building maintenance needs and take corrective actions.
• Perform duties in a manner to maximize public safety in the area of building maintenance and construction.
• Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner; e.g. table saw, band saw, chop saw, welder, etc..
• Accurately determine project material needs and recommend purchases.
• Correctly interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Operate and maintain acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment.
• Read, interpret, and apply a wide variety of technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics.
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths, volumes and electrical factors such as capacity and resistance.
• Design, lay out and prepare sketches for carpentry and related projects.
• Provide instruction and leadership as assigned.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Relevant industrial or trade school courses are preferred.

Facilities Maintenance Worker I: One (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or related facilities, systems, and appurtenances, including the use of hand and power tools, is preferred.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in building repair and maintenance, or two years as a Facilities Maintenance Worker I in Tuolumne County.

Licenses and Certifications:

All levels

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II:

• Possession of a Refrigeration Recovery Certification issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

The County of Tuolumne Department of Public Works is committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents and travelers by ensuring safe and reliable infrastructure. With a dedicated team of 60 professionals, the department operates with a focus on public service and efficiency.

Tuolumne County, nestled in the Sierra Nevada, offers a diverse range of recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the stunning landscapes of Yosemite National Park, hike scenic trails in the Stanislaus National Forest, or enjoy water activities at Pinecrest Lake. The area is also a haven for camping, fishing, and rock climbing, while winter months bring excellent skiing and snowboarding at Dodge Ridge. With charming Gold Rush towns, historic railways, and vibrant arts and culture, Tuolumne County is a year-round destination for adventure and relaxation.

The department manages a comprehensive range of responsibilities through its 13 distinct budgets, totaling approximately $30 million for the current fiscal year. Its divisions include:

• Engineering: Oversees planning and execution of infrastructure projects, including securing millions in grants annually for bridge and roadway improvements.
• Road Maintenance: Maintains 610 miles of County roads including routine maintenance, emergency response, seasonal work, and safety and signage.
• Fleet Services: Provides maintenance and repair services for all County vehicles except those used by Fire services.
• Business: Manages the administrative and financial aspects of the department.
• Survey/GIS: Handles surveying and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support planning and development.
• Solid Waste: Oversees the management of two closed landfills and three transfer stations, ensuring proper waste disposal and environmental compliance.
• Airports: Manages two airports, including three runways and 83 hangars, covering over 400 acres of land.
• Facilities: Maintains and cleans all County buildings and infrastructure.

Together, these divisions work to maintain and improve the county’s infrastructure, supporting both local needs and broader regional development.

Our ideal candidate for this role should possess a combination of technical expertise, relevant certifications, and personal qualities that ensure reliable service and effective maintenance of county facilities and assets. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to public service further distinguish them as a top candidate.