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Facilities Maintenance Lead Worker (Skilled Trades Lead Worker)
Government Jobs, Lakewood, California, United States, 90715
Facilities Maintenance Lead Worker
The City of Lakewood is currently accepting applications for the position of Facilities Maintenance Lead Worker to create an eligibility list for a future vacancy that is anticipated in April of 2026. Under general supervision, plans, schedules, assigns, leads, inspects and participates in the work of individuals and crews engaged in the repair and maintenance of city parks and facilities; may assume additional supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor; and performs other duties as assigned.
Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Plans, schedules, assigns, inspects, leads and participates in the work of personnel engaged in all aspects of skilled maintenance work including carpentry, painting, electrical, low voltage, plumbing, concrete, masonry, traffic signage, and graffiti removal
Installs and repairs building related infrastructure
Assembles and repairs playground equipment, fencing, gates and backstops
Installation and breakdown of equipment for special city events (including but not limited to traffic control, platforms, bleachers, emergency equipment, and lighting)
Maintains and repairs pool chlorination systems
Prepares cost estimates of materials and labor for construction or repair jobs
Assists with the inspection of work performed by outside contractors and provides necessary on-site direction and assistance
Assists with the directing and coordinating temporary traffic lane or street closures
Assists with ordering of building construction materials and supplies
Prepares reports of time and materials used on jobs
Assists in preparation of the department budget
Assists with the implementation of preventive maintenance programs
Assists with coordinating maintenance projects with other departments and agencies as necessary
Utilizes the computerized work order program to retrieve information, approve and assign work, and generate reports
Interprets and works from plans, drawings and specifications
Assists with maintaining facility equipment inventories such as HVAC equipment, electrical infrastructure, roofing, playground equipment, and athletic field lighting
May assist in the planning and design of facility related capital projects
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and Experience: Any combination of education, training and experience that would provide the listed knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical example would be four years of responsible work experience in the semi-skilled and skilled maintenance of public facilities. At least one year in a lead capacity is highly desirable.
License/Certifications:
Possession of a valid Class "C" Operator's license issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles and a good driving record.
Possession of (or the ability to obtain within 6 months) a valid CPO (Certified Pool Operator) or AFO (Aquatics Facilities Operator) certification.
Possession of a CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector) certification is highly desirable
Knowledge of: Standard practices of the skilled maintenance trades, (electrical, low voltage, carpentry, plumbing, painting, graffiti removal, traffic sign repair, special event traffic control, concrete and masonry work) including the methods, tools, equipment and terminology used in installation, alteration and repair work; the operation and maintenance of water purification chlorinating systems; safe work practices including accepted work area traffic control methods; best management practices with stormwater pollution prevention; federal, state and local laws, codes and safety orders governing the maintenance, repair and construction of public buildings, structures, pools and related facilities; basic leadership practices and techniques; handling, use and disposal of hazardous materials and chemicals; personal computers and common software programs. Knowledge of new construction and refurbishments is desirable.
Skills & Abilities: Plan, schedule, assign, inspect, lead and participate in the work of skilled maintenance personnel engaged in the repair, maintenance, installation, and construction of city infrastructure, parks and facilities; establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work; follow oral and written directions; read and interpret plans and specifications; make accurate cost estimates for construction materials and labor; maintain accurate records and files; effectively use computer software programs including the City's computerized work order and budget information programs to access and retrieve information, budget, and enter requisitions.
Physical and Mental Demands/Environmental Exposure: Ability to read and write, and to operate a computer and other office machines; drive city vehicles; and communicate orally and in writing. Must be able to work with a full range of body movements involving reaching, bending, stooping, and grasping; perform heavy lifting and carrying on a regular basis; lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Must have the physical agility to work in cramped spaces; stand and walk for long periods of time; and the strength to perform heavy labor. Must have dexterity to use hand and power-driven tools and must have normal vision and hearing ability. May be exposed to variable weather conditions and noise from power-driven tools.
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Duties may include, but are not limited to:
Plans, schedules, assigns, inspects, leads and participates in the work of personnel engaged in all aspects of skilled maintenance work including carpentry, painting, electrical, low voltage, plumbing, concrete, masonry, traffic signage, and graffiti removal
Installs and repairs building related infrastructure
Assembles and repairs playground equipment, fencing, gates and backstops
Installation and breakdown of equipment for special city events (including but not limited to traffic control, platforms, bleachers, emergency equipment, and lighting)
Maintains and repairs pool chlorination systems
Prepares cost estimates of materials and labor for construction or repair jobs
Assists with the inspection of work performed by outside contractors and provides necessary on-site direction and assistance
Assists with the directing and coordinating temporary traffic lane or street closures
Assists with ordering of building construction materials and supplies
Prepares reports of time and materials used on jobs
Assists in preparation of the department budget
Assists with the implementation of preventive maintenance programs
Assists with coordinating maintenance projects with other departments and agencies as necessary
Utilizes the computerized work order program to retrieve information, approve and assign work, and generate reports
Interprets and works from plans, drawings and specifications
Assists with maintaining facility equipment inventories such as HVAC equipment, electrical infrastructure, roofing, playground equipment, and athletic field lighting
May assist in the planning and design of facility related capital projects
Performs other related duties as required.
Education and Experience: Any combination of education, training and experience that would provide the listed knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical example would be four years of responsible work experience in the semi-skilled and skilled maintenance of public facilities. At least one year in a lead capacity is highly desirable.
License/Certifications:
Possession of a valid Class "C" Operator's license issued by the California State Department of Motor Vehicles and a good driving record.
Possession of (or the ability to obtain within 6 months) a valid CPO (Certified Pool Operator) or AFO (Aquatics Facilities Operator) certification.
Possession of a CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector) certification is highly desirable
Knowledge of: Standard practices of the skilled maintenance trades, (electrical, low voltage, carpentry, plumbing, painting, graffiti removal, traffic sign repair, special event traffic control, concrete and masonry work) including the methods, tools, equipment and terminology used in installation, alteration and repair work; the operation and maintenance of water purification chlorinating systems; safe work practices including accepted work area traffic control methods; best management practices with stormwater pollution prevention; federal, state and local laws, codes and safety orders governing the maintenance, repair and construction of public buildings, structures, pools and related facilities; basic leadership practices and techniques; handling, use and disposal of hazardous materials and chemicals; personal computers and common software programs. Knowledge of new construction and refurbishments is desirable.
Skills & Abilities: Plan, schedule, assign, inspect, lead and participate in the work of skilled maintenance personnel engaged in the repair, maintenance, installation, and construction of city infrastructure, parks and facilities; establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the course of work; follow oral and written directions; read and interpret plans and specifications; make accurate cost estimates for construction materials and labor; maintain accurate records and files; effectively use computer software programs including the City's computerized work order and budget information programs to access and retrieve information, budget, and enter requisitions.
Physical and Mental Demands/Environmental Exposure: Ability to read and write, and to operate a computer and other office machines; drive city vehicles; and communicate orally and in writing. Must be able to work with a full range of body movements involving reaching, bending, stooping, and grasping; perform heavy lifting and carrying on a regular basis; lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Must have the physical agility to work in cramped spaces; stand and walk for long periods of time; and the strength to perform heavy labor. Must have dexterity to use hand and power-driven tools and must have normal vision and hearing ability. May be exposed to variable weather conditions and noise from power-driven tools.
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