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Building Maintenance Worker I/II

Salary

$52,249.60 - $71,635.20 Annually

Location

Carlsbad, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

20251210

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

12/11/2025

Closing Date

1/9/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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The Position

New contract for 2026 pending City Council approval.

Carlsbad -The Community: The City of Carlsbad is ideally situated in north San Diego County where a great climate, beautiful beaches and lagoons, and abundant natural open space combine with world-class resorts, family attractions, well planned neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a charming village atmosphere to create the ideal California experience. Covering nearly 40 square miles, the City of Carlsbad is currently home to about 115,000 residents. The city sets the standard for high-quality local government services and is home to corporate headquarters in technology, life sciences and action sports, supported by a thriving tourism market and nearly 40 percent preserved open space. Thanks to an award-winning growth management plan, the city's infrastructure and services keep pace with development and promote an excellent quality of life.

The Branch: The Public Works Branch is responsible for planning, providing and maintaining infrastructure that supports Carlsbad's excellent quality of life. The branch includes a variety of departments including Environmental Sustainability, Fleet & Facilities, Construction Management & Inspection, Transportation and Utilities. More than 195 full-time equivalent staff support the branch, which also has an annual total budget of over $123 million, along with a total Capital Improvement Program (CIP) appropriation of over $110 million. These areas of services are often referred to as "Public Works". To learn more please visit: City of Carlsbad - Public Works Department (https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/public-works)

The Division: The Facilities Division provides safe and comfortable working spaces at city facilities and maintains quality indoor public spaces. Additionally, this division oversees the design and construction work for new city facilities and building renovation projects and operates the Safety Training Center.

You belong in Carlsbad: The City of Carlsbad embraces and recognizes the vital relationship of an inclusive, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. An equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life. We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.

The Position: Under general supervision, performs as lead worker to maintenance personnel; determines utilization of internal and external resources; perform carpentry, general construction and more difficult and specialized skilled work in the maintenance and repair of facilities as needed and acts on behalf of the Public Works Supervisor, Building Maintenance in his/her absence.

Building Maintenance Worker I: This position is the entry level class into the Building Maintenance series. Positions in this class perform the less difficult and more routine maintenance tasks and may assist in the performance of the more difficult, skilled tasks to receive training in preparation for advancement to Building Maintenance Worker II. Advancement to the higher class is achieved upon obtaining the requisite skills and abilities, and upon availability of positions.

Building Maintenance Worker II: Positions in this class are normally filled by advancement from the lower grade of Building Maintenance Worker I or when filled from the outside requires prior experience. The Building Maintenance Worker II performs semi-skilled to skilled tasks, and may direct others in the completion of the maintenance/repair task. Incumbents are expected to perform a broad range of maintenance functions independently and to refer the more complex repairs and maintenance functions to the Senior Building Maintenance Worker.

Building Maintenance Worker I: $25.12 - $30.56

Building Maintenance Worker II: $28.30 - $34.44

Recruitment timeline:

There will be a written and practical exam. Applicants moving forward in the process will be invited to an interview panel.

Key Responsibilities

(These are representative duties and the emphasis on certain duties will vary depending on the job assignment.)

Perform routine maintenance of electrical systems and equipment and assist in semi-skilled to skilled tasks; replace fixtures, switches, ballasts, fluorescent tubes, and bulbs.

Assist in the performance of rough in, top out, and finish plumbing to replace broken pipes; clean plugged drains; perform routine maintenance on valves, fittings, and other fixtures; assist in the installation of new plumbing fixtures.

Assist in the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems including boilers, air conditioning, heating, and related mechanical equipment, including motors, compression, and pumps; inspect/replace belts and pulleys; perform preventative maintenance; calibrate thermostats; charge cooling systems with freon; assist in the maintenance of related electrical components, electric and pneumatic controls; may perform welding in the completion of assigned tasks.

Repair/install/re-key locks; install/repair doors and door hardware; repair/replace windows.

Perform minor repairs to interior and exterior building surfaces, including ceilings, walls, flooring, and roofing.

Prepare surfaces for painting; apply paint, varnish, shellac, enamel, or other protective finishes to various surfaces.

Move furniture or other heavy objects to set up city functions, or as necessary to perform assigned tasks.

Maintain records of supplies, materials, equipment, and time spent on repairs.

According to established procedure, purchase materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to complete a maintenance or repair task.

Respond to emergency maintenance or repair calls.

Building Maintenance Worker II (in addition to the above duties):

Diagnose, maintain, and perform minor repairs to electrical systems and equipment; replace ballasts, fixtures; install and repair electrical wiring and lighting circuits in connection with the repair or alteration of buildings and facilities; troubleshoot and diagnose electrical malfunctions making appropriate repairs, or referring job to Supervisor for contract service.

Perform rough in, top out, and finish plumbing to replace broken pipes; clean plugged drains; perform routine maintenance on vanes, fittings, and other fixtures; install new plumbing fixtures.

Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains low-pressure boilers, heating, air conditioning, and related equipment, including such items as air handlers, small motors and engines, compressors, pumps, and valves; inspects and repairs related electrical components, electric and pneumatic controls.

Install or repair doors, windows, locks, or related hardware; perform minor repairs to ceilings, walls, roofing, or flooring; may perform welding in the completion of assigned tasks.

As assigned, provide liaison to contractors/representatives in the performance of contract repair work; inspect completed job and ensure that repairs are consistent with contract requirements; prepare specifications for contract repair work and review related invoices for payment as assigned.

As assigned, provide instruction and guidance to others in the performance of maintenance and repair tasks.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

+ Learn to perform building and facility maintenance tasks.

+ Work effectively and safely, independently or with others.

+ Maintain routine records.

+ Understand and follow verbal and written directions.

+ Use and care of standard hand and power tools and equipment used in building and facility maintenance and repair.

Building Maintenance Worker II:

+ Materials, tools, and methods used in general building and facilities repair and maintenance.

Ability to:

+ Perform plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repair work.

+ Work effectively and safely, independently or with others.

+ Maintain routine records.

+ Accurately calculate or estimate costs.

+ Instruct and provide guidance to others in the completion of assignments.

+ Understand and follow verbal and written directions.

+ Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Experience & Education

Building Maintenance Worker I:

One year experience performing semi-skilled and skilled tasks in one or more of the major building trades.

Building Maintenance Worker II:

Two year's experience performing duties similar to those assigned to the Building Maintenance Worker I classification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate California Driver's License, and a satisfactory driving record. May be required to work after hours and weekends and serve on an emergency call list.

+ Medical Insurance

+ Dental Insurance

+ Vision Insurance

+ Flexible Spending Account

+ Life Insurance

+ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

+ Retirement under the CalPERS program, 2% @ 62 formula, Classic Members (those who are enrolled in CalPERS at another local agency) have the 2% @ 60 formula

+ Bilingual Pay

+ Holidays - 11 scheduled

+ Floating Holiday- 2

+ Paid vacation

+ Computer purchase loan

+ Tuition reimbursement

A detailed list of our benefits can be found here: Carlsbad Benefits (https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/human-resources/compensation/full-time-benefits)

Additional CalPERS information can be found here: CalPERS (https://www.calpers.ca.gov/page/about/laws-legislation-regulations/public-employees-pension-reform-act)

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What is your highest level of education?

+ High School / GED

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Regarding your education, indicate your area(s) of study in the space below. If you answered "None of the above," type N/A in the space below.

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Have you previously worked in the public sector?

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Do you have experience in the following areas (please check all that apply)?

+ Plumbing

+ Painting

+ Carpentry

+ Electrical

+ HVAC

+ General Building/Facility Maintenance

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Have you worked for a remodeling/renovation company or for a tenant improvement company?

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Will you be able to accommodate an on-call schedule?

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Do you have experience working in a position where you had to respond to emergencies?

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Have you received safety training for hand and/or power tools?

+ Yes

+ No

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