BUILDING MAINTENANCE CREW LEADER*

The Position

The City of Riverside, General Services Department is accepting applications for the position of Building Maintenance Crew Leader* to fill one (1) vacancy in the Building Maintenance Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The Building Maintenance Crew Leader* leads, guides, assigns, monitors, and performs skilled work in the maintenance, construction, alteration and general upkeep of City buildings, structures, and facilities.

*Actual Classification: Lead Building Maintenance Specialist

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead, monitor, assign, and guide the maintenance, repair, and service of buildings throughout the City; perform carpentry, painting, mechanical, electrical, or other specialized maintenance skills; assignments and skills may change based on assignment or level of complexity.
• Oversee rough and finish carpentry activities and perform tasks using standard carpenter hand tools and power-driven wood working equipment; frame walls and partitions, install wallboard, paneling, windows, doors, hardware, and floor coverings, repair roofs, and repair and build cabinets, shelves, and similar furniture items.
• Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and a variety of plumbing fixtures, valves, and piping; maintain decorative fountains, sprinkler systems, and swimming pool equipment; monitor crew performance and ensure quality and safety.
• Prepare and apply paints to a variety of surfaces with brushes, spray guns, and other painting equipment; prepare surfaces, mix and match paints and stains, apply paint to building interiors and exteriors, fixtures, machinery, electrical equipment or structures, and refinish furniture; provide direction and leadership to crews.
• Maintain, repair, and evaluate pumps, air compressors, pneumatic tools, air handling units, fans, cooling towers, heating boilers, and other related mechanical equipment; make minor repairs to and perform minor maintenance to small office machines such as photocopiers and microfilm equipment; change air conditioning filters.
• Perform, oversee, and delegate a variety of other building and facilities maintenance work such as pouring and finishing concrete, plaster patching, and glazing; assist in building moves and set ups, moving and arranging furniture, and shelving.
• Receive and process work orders for various maintenance needs throughout the City; oversee completion and monitor quality, estimate prices, and ensure completion.
• Maintain records of maintenance work and inspections.
• Perform general clean up and custodial duties as necessary for building maintenance and safety.
• Work overtime as required to maintain continuity of work flow, respond to building maintenance emergencies, and participate in on call assignments as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in a skilled building maintenance trade involving a variety of maintenance and repair tasks and preferably additional experience in one or more in another trade. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or certification of completion from a recognized vocational training institute may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid appropriate Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. May require possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator’s License based upon operational need and the duties assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Work is done in a standard office environment and in the field with exposure to faulty devices, chemicals, tools, and potentially hazardous conditions. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service.

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide).

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at Members - NACES or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ .An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - General Unit

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,687 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $85 per month.
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance equal to $100,000. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employees and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
• Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $50 a month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
• Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the SEIU MOU for specific details.
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
• State Disability Insurance - Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department (EDD) of the State of California
• Vacation Accrual - 0-4 yrs. = 80hrs, 5-9 yrs. = 120hrs, 10+ yrs. = 160 hrs.

For other special compensation, refer to the SEIU MOU .
For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1
For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

Closing Date/Time: 7/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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