Facilities Maintenance Worker I/II/III

Classification specifications (job description) are intended to present a descriptive summary of the range of duties and responsibilities performed by an incumbent in the classification.  Specifications are intended to outline the minimum qualification for entry into the classification and not intended to reflect all duties and responsibilities of an incumbent in the classification.

SUMMARY
Under direction of the assigned Supervisor, performs general building maintenance and repairs; grounds maintenance; construction maintenance and repair of roads and other facilities as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The levels in this class are distinguished by experience in general building maintenance and repairs, grounds maintenance and skills and experience in water and wastewater utilities. Higher levels within this class are expected to demonstrate higher level skills in wider range of activities. This classification may work in other departments as assigned.Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Facility Maintenance Worker I – is the entry level class in this series. Under close supervision, incumbents with little to no maintenance and construction experience of underground utilities learn the Agency’s standards, systems, facilities, practices and procedures. 

Facilities Maintenance Worker II – is capable of performing a wide variety of construction and repair tasks to ensure that Agency systems and facilities are built and maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing work in all maintenance areas in all locations of the Agency, depending upon the immediate needs of the Agency. While incumbents may possess craft or journey-level skills in one or more areas of activity, all are expected to be able to perform basic maintenance repair in all areas of assigned work.

Facility Maintenance Worker III – is the lead, journey level within the series. It is distinguished by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned and as the lead, works with the Construction Supervisor to schedule crew work tasks and projects.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Illustrative only)

• Perform general maintenance of Agency facilities keeping areas organized, safe, and free of debris indoors and outdoors.
• Perform a full range of tasks invoiced in a variety of building and grounds maintenance, repair, and renovation activities including carpentry, painting, plumbing, landscaping, trimming of trees, shrubs and hedges, weed eating around facilities.
• Responsible for planning and safely performing weed and vegetation control at agency facilities and properties, including pesticide application, equipment maintenance, site inspections and recordkeeping. 
• Assists with and performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction and repair of facilities.
• Performs shovel work, opening and widening and backfilling excavations as well as rakes, shovels asphalt; hand sweeps surfaces.
• Operates hand tools, such as jackhammers, chain saws.
• Upon completion of Traffic Control & Flagger Safety Training, assists with traffic control as assigned.
• May handle certain chemicals and hazardous materials.
• May participates in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of the Agency’s water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection and treatment systems and associated facilities
• FMW III act as lead on emergency leak repairs that fall within the crew’s area of abilities and responsibilities to alleviate the Construction Crew from responding to tasks this crew is qualified to handle.
• Perform valve and fire hydrant exercise program and fire hydrant repairs.
• Operates various hand and power tools, including but not limited to jackhammer, pavement breakers, pick, shovel, various wrenches, air compressors, rodding and/or boring machines, pumps of various types; various jet-wash/vacuum trucks, saw, nail guns
• Paints buildings and other structures using sprayers, brushes or rollers; applies other interior finishes
• Performs carpentry; constructs boardwalks, stairs and platforms
• Safely drive and operate Agency vehicles, power equipment, hand tools
• Sets up traffic control and safety equipment when using vehicles on a street or roadway; and uses personal protective equipment, safety equipment and observes all safety policies/procedures of the Agency
• FMW III notifies supervisor of the need for additional materials, repairs or additional maintenance; and prepares work orders or notes service requirements
• Services and maintains construction and mobile equipment in a clean, orderly condition; makes minor repairs as needed
• Reports to work on time fully prepared to perform assigned work
• Respond to after hour repairs, on call and emergency situations
• May be expected to master computer or control applications related to work

Higher levels of the class may have added duties/responsibilities, including, but no limited to:

• Ability to work independently with minor supervision
• Has obtained distribution certification and can work within the distribution system as required
• Mentor a Facilities Maintenance Worker I 
• Has obtained pesticide certification
• Has a higher knowledge and skill set for all facility maintenance and repair work. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Applicable State and Federal laws, codes and regulations
• English language usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• OSHA, CalOSHA and Agency rules and regulations related to safety as applicable to the tasks assigned
• Knowledge and use of appropriate personal protective equipment
• Ability to complete non- and semi-skilled work assignments in multiple building-related trades
• Tools, equipment and materials commonly used in buildings, water and wastewater utilities and general maintenance
• Learn to operate light equipment
• Maintain basic records
• Perform heavy physical labor
• Follow verbal and written directions
• Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Basic computer skills, including Word, Excel, email, CMMS and document storage
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts, employees, vendors, customers, etc. using best practice customer services skills.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with Agency staff, coworkers, consultants and the public in one-to-one or group settings.
• Depending on Level, may work independently and prioritize multiple tasks often under time constraints and with limited supervision.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Facilities Maintenance Worker I – High school diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years prior experience in facilities maintenance or preventative maintenance.

Facilities Maintenance Worker II – the above with three (3) years of semi-skilled construction experience in water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Or must have one (1) year experience at a level equivalent to that of Level I.

Facilities Maintenance Worker III – the above with five (5) years of skilled construction work in water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Or must have two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to that of Level II.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
A valid California Driver's License with a continuing acceptable driving record.  

Facilities Maintenance Worker II – In addition to the license for Level I, incumbents must obtain a Distribution Operator Grade 2 certification.

Facilities Maintenance Worker III – valid California Class A Driver’s License and a Distribution Operation Grade 2 certification. A Qualified Applicator Certificate by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation is desired.