FACILITY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

FACILITY MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

Santa Fe Springs, CA - 2.0 Santa Fe Springs, CA Job Details Full-time $61,102.92 - $79,725.36 a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Carpentry Safe work practices Heavy equipment operation Maintenance work High school diploma or GED Driver's License Electrical experience Plumbing Task prioritization Power tools Local building codes Hand tools Full Job Description This recruitment is set to close on Thursday May 14, 2026 OR after the first one hundred (100) applications have been received; whichever occurs first. This recruitment may close without notice, interested applicants are encourage to apply promptly. The City of Santa of Santa Fe Springs is seeking a highly-motivated individual for the position of Facility Maintenance Specialist. This is a Full-Time position in the Public Works Department.

Disclaimer :

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by a job class. They cannot include nor are they intended to include all duties performed by all positions occupying a class.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under direct supervision, performs maintenance and repair of all City facilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives direct supervision from the Facility Lead Worker and/or Facility Section Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Provides functional direction to lower-level facility maintenance staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Held in

Common:

Supports the Mission of the City and its Elected and Appointed Officials. Provides courteous and timely service to the public as the ultimate employer. Works cooperatively with other City employees. Exhibits integrity and displays ethical behavior. B.

Essential Job Specific Duties:

Performs building maintenance and repair tasks work for City facilities. Performs work in plumbing, carpentry, painting, tile, concrete, electrical trades , & minor HVAC repairs. Performs construction work for City construction projects. Follows safety rules, regulations, and practices. C. Other Job Specific Duties Responds to emergency calls. Maintains a variety of records and logs; prepares reports. Communicates with contractors, city employees, and the general public. Performs related duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required to satisfactorily perform the jobs essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:

Facility maintenance and construction practices. Carpentry, electrical, painting, masonry, and concrete work. Hand and power tools used in facility construction and maintenance. Heavy equipment operation. Building codes. Safe work practices, procedures, and regulations. City policies. Departmental policies and procedures.

Ability to:

Perform maintenance and repair of facilities. Operate tools and heavy equipment. Follow safety rules, regulations, and practices. Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time. Follow written and oral instructions. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Work with accuracy and attention to detail. Operate and use modern office equipment. Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The following requirements generally demonstrate possession of the minimum requisite knowledge and ability necessary to perform the duties of the position. A typical way to obtain these would be: High School Diploma or an equivalent certificate or diploma recognized by the State of California; trade school course work in a related field preferred. Three (3) years experience in construction and maintenance; experience in public facility maintenance preferred. A valid State of California driver's license and an acceptable driving record. State General Contractor's license preferred.

NEPOTISM POLICY

Relatives may be appointed regardless of the designation of full or part-time classification. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be excluded from applying for a vacancy if one or more of the following criteria exist: 1) The appointment of a relative would place one in a supervisory capacity directly over the other 2) The appointment would create a situation in which it is conceivable personal gain for one could be obtained by the actions of the other 3) The appointment would create a situation where performance or non-performance of either would have a direct effect upon the performance of the other 4) The appointment would create a situation where the confidentiality of either could be compromised. Candidates with relatives employed by the City will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. "Relative" shall be defined as: mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandchild, spouse, domestic partner, step mother, step-father, step-sister, step-brother, stepchild and step grandchild.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters in performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Noise level is moderate. Utilizes hand and power tools. Works with and around machinery having moving parts. Exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Stand for extended periods of time. Walk, kneel, stoop, squat, crouch, climb, and bend. Push, pull, and reach overhead and above shoulders. Hear and speak both in person and on the telephone. See well enough to read documents and operate equipment and tools. Lift and move up to 75 pounds.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are required to complete and submit a city application online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the City online application. To apply, click on the link located at the top of this page. New users must first create an account.

METHOD OF SELECTION

Selection may be based upon an application review, a performance examination and evaluation, and a structured interview. Appointment will be contingent upon a criminal record check and physical examination, including a drug screen.

ACCOMMODATION

If you require special testing and/or interview accommodations due to a physical, mental, or learning disability, please call the Human Resources Office at (562) 409-7530 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date.

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Closing Date/Time:

5/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE COMPANY

City of Santa Fe Springs 562-409-7530 Santa Fe Springs is a unique City with a variety of services and amenities available to its residential and business communities. It is home to 3,000 businesses with an unmatched blend of businesses and residents. It is a planned community with 90% of its land designated for commercial and industrial use, making Santa Fe Springs a thriving industrial environment. The City has nearly 100 acres of recreation space, 19 park sites, and miles of green belts and parkways, which provide a pleasant environment for its 18,000 residents and 95,000 business residents. Santa Fe Springs is a service-oriented community whose mission is to continually improve the quality of life in the City; foster public trust; provide a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment; encourage personal enrichment; serve the public in a responsive and courteous manner; and promote social harmony in all aspects of community life.