CLOSING DATE & TIME:  NOVEMBER 9, 2022 AT 4:00PM PACIFIC TIME OR AFTER THE FIRST 50 APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.

Under immediate (Technician I) to general (Technician II) supervision, the _Building & Facilities Technician _performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of District buildings and facilities; trades areas include, but are not limited to, general maintenance, ventilation, and air conditioning (Evaporative Coolers), welding, fabrication, carpentry, masonry, and plumbing; and performs related duties, as assigned.

EMPLOYEES IN THIS CLASSIFICATION ARE SUBJECT TO ON-CALL, WHICH MAY INCLUDE ROTATING-DUTY SCHEDULE, WEEKENDS, AND 24-HOUR EMERGENCY CALL OUT WITH LITTLE OR NO NOTICE.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Building and Facilities Technician I:  This is the entry-level classification in the Building and Facilities Technician series.  Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine duties involving the construction, maintenance, repair, and servicing of District facilities and structures that house water pumping, treatment, and distribution operations.  As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently.  Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Building and Facilities Technician II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.  Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern.  Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. 

Building and Facilities Technician II:  This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Building and Facilities Technician series.  Positions at this level are distinguished from the Building and Facilities Technician I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Required Skills

Positions at the Building and Facilities Technician I level may exercise some of these knowledge and abilities statements in a learning capacity.

Knowledge of: 

• Principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment related to the routine maintenance, repair, inspection, and alternation of building facility, equipment, and machinery including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Construction principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment in multiple trade areas such as carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
• Principles and techniques of water and wastewater supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper, and PVC pipe.
• Principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in concrete work, surface patching, and brick and masonry repair.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power, and shop tools and equipment common to the fields of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and related building trades.
• Uniform Building Code as it relates to assigned work.
• Methods and techniques of steel fabrication and welding.
• Basic math applicable to the construction trades.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to: 

• Operate and maintain specialized tools used in electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and related building trades.
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths, and volumes.
• Design, lay out, and prepare sketches for building and related construction jobs.
• Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
• Prepare basic records and reports.
• Read and interpret manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Required Experience

Any combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, along with the specific licenses/certifications as outlined below:

EXPERIENCE:

• Building and Facilities Technician I: Two (2) years of experience performing semi-skilled and skilled tasks in one or more of the major building trades.
• Building and Facilities Technician II: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing semi-skilled and skilled tasks in one or more of the major building trades, or one (1) year experience as a Building and Facilities Technician I with the District.

EDUCATION: 

• Building and Facilities Technician I/II: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

 LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: 

• A valid California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Positions at the Building and Facilities Technician I level may exercise some of these knowledge and abilities statements in a learning capacity.

Knowledge of: 

• Principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment related to the routine maintenance, repair, inspection, and alternation of building facility, equipment, and machinery including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Construction principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment in multiple trade areas such as carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
• Principles and techniques of water and wastewater supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper, and PVC pipe.
• Principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in concrete work, surface patching, and brick and masonry repair.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power, and shop tools and equipment common to the fields of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and related building trades.
• Uniform Building Code as it relates to assigned work.
• Methods and techniques of steel fabrication and welding.
• Basic math applicable to the construction trades.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to: 

• Operate and maintain specialized tools used in electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and related building trades.
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths, and volumes.
• Design, lay out, and prepare sketches for building and related construction jobs.
• Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
• Prepare basic records and reports.
• Read and interpret manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.