Facility Maintenance Technician (Warehouse Worker III)

FACILITY MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
 (Warehouse Worker III)
 
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Warehouse Worker III positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Tuesday, September 08, 2026, at 11:59 P.M. (PT).

OC Animal Care
OC Animal Care's mission is to provide refuge and care for animals, foster the human-animal bond and promote safety in our community to ensure a safe compassionate community for all. OC Animal Care promotes responsible pet ownership; health and safety of people and animals and spay/neuter programs. OC Animal Care provides temporary shelter and medical care for lost, owned, or stray animals and opportunities for adoption for these animals.
   
OC Animal Care (OCAC) was founded in 1941 in the City of Orange in Orange County, California as a rabies control center with only 25 dog kennels. Since then, OCAC has expanded to play an important role in Orange County's animal care community. OCAC serves 15 cities and the unincorporated areas of Orange County with its expanded programs and services.
   
OCAC's goal is to deliver prompt, temporary care, and refuge to homeless animals, reunite animals with their owners, facilitate adoption, ensure public safety, and enhance the human-animal bond in the community. The shelter is designed to provide a positive experience for animals and people alike and is the backdrop for the adaptive animal programming continually developed by OC Animal Care to provide enrichment, engagement and adoption services for the animals in its care.
 
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THE OPPORTUNITY
OC Animal Care is seeking a dedicated Facility Maintenance Technician to play a vital role in the daily operations of the organization. This position is responsible for performing maintenance to the shelter’s facilities, grounds, animal housing and kennels, as well as clinic areas. The position is also responsible for organizing and optimizing warehouse storage and assisting with the processing of donation items and pallets. This role also provides logistical support for outreach events and contributes to ensuring that the campus and its buildings remain maintained, functional, and welcoming for the animals, staff, and members of the public who visit OC Animal Care.

Responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of tasks to maintain, and repair the animal shelter facility and grounds, including but not limited to basic minor plumbing repairs, grounds maintenance, basic carpentry repairs, equipment and furniture assembly, and painting.
• Perform cleaning duties around the animal shelter including but not limited to power washing, grounds upkeep, gardening, sanitizing, dusting, sweeping, and window washing. Maintain the general cleanliness of public areas. 
• Perform loading and unloading of supplies using an electric pallet stacker and electric pallet lift, and assisting with the pickup, delivery, and organization of large pallets of items.  
• Provide logistical support for outreach events, including preparation of event supplies and equipment, setting up tables, chairs, and moving supplies.
• Conduct research to identify and purchase necessary supplies, tools, and materials.
• Research best practices and proper materials needed to complete maintenance projects and tasks.

This position will work near a wide variety of domestic, wild, and occasionally exotic animals housed at OC Animal Care. While the Facility Maintenance Technician is not required to handle animals, assigned duties may place the incumbent in areas where animals are present. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in an environment where animal-related activity is ongoing and must adhere to all safety and operational protocols to ensure the well-being of the animals and staff.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES 
The ideal candidate will possess experience with computer software, such as the Microsoft Office Suite, and be familiar with computerized inventory records and clerical procedures, such as filing and maintaining records, and the ability to safely operate basic hand and power tools, including, but not limited to, drills, saws, and sanders used in facility and ground maintenance, is highly desirable, but not required.     
 
In addition, the ideal candidate will also have extensive experience in the following core competencies:

Technical Knowledge

• Best practice for the storage of supplies and organization of a warehouse and various storage containers 
• Clerical procedures such as filing and maintaining records on current warehouse inventory, equipment, new donations, and disaster relief supplies
• Computerized inventory practices and procedures.
• Perform elementary arithmetic computations requiring addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and use various units of measure
• Read, understand, and apply procedures relating to requisitions, and purchase orders

Safety Focus

• Ensure that the warehouse and storage containers are clean and orderly and participate in periodic physical inventory of stock
• Maintains and ensures a clean and clutter-free environment. 

• Interprets and applies warehouse supply regulations, policies, and procedures. 

Communication & Teamwork

• Deal effectively with vendors, fellow staff, volunteers, and other personnel with tact and good judgment.
• Ability to work independently to complete maintenance tasks and seek assistance when needed.
• Ability to work as part of a team depending on the needs of the assigned task.

Problem Solving & Adaptability

• Recognize problems, gather relevant information, establish facts, and seek input from supervisors.
• Deal with urgent problems immediately and independently while keeping communication with supervisor 
• Handle a fast pace and stressful working environment without compromising safety and quality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please click here for details on the Warehouse Worker III classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions.
 
NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (N.A.C.E.S.).
 
License/Certification
A valid California Class C Driver's License, which must be maintained throughout employment in this class, is required at time of appointment.
 
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
 
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
 
Online Assessment (Un-proctored, Weighted 100%) 
Applicants who meet qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job related assessments. Applicants will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.
 
Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.
 
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
 
Based on the County's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
 
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION 
The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION 
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.     

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jenny Kim at [email protected] or 714) 480-2861.

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.