BUILDING SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Job Summary

Maintains and performs repairs on all city buildings and various equipment which includes heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), lighting and other building systems.

Representative Duties

Inspects, tests and maintains mechanical systems in City buildings. Monitors overall HVAC and mechanical systems' performance.

Monitors overall HVAC system performance. Diagnoses malfunctions. Makes simple adjustments and contacts maintenance contractors to arrange for necessary repairs at City buildings.

Makes simple electrical, plumbing, mechanical and construction repairs utilizing basic hand tools.

Prepares requests and recommendations for major repairs and replacement work on facilities with both City maintenance staff and outside contractors.

Assists with scheduling, coordinating and monitoring repair work performed by outside contractors.

Performs routine scheduled inspections of City facilities, machinery and equipment.

Orders supplies and makes budget recommendations to the Facilities Maintenance Contracts Administrator regarding materials and supplies needed.

Follows applicable safety rules and regulations.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of:

• General principles of electricity, mechanics and plumbing as they relate to building systems maintenance and repair.
• Effective customer service techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, mechanical and construction tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Operate small power tools.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Lift and carry moderate to heavy objects.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public.
• Provide effective customer service.

Skill in:

• Performing mechanical repairs and tasks.
• The use of computers and applicable software applications.
• Reading, writing, and communicating in English at an appropriate level.

Education, Training and Experience:

• High school graduation or equivalent. College level coursework in building systems and maintenance repair is desirable.
• One year of recent, paid work experience in building maintenance and repair.

Licenses and Certificates :

• Possession of a valid Class C driver license is desirable.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.

Note: Applicants who indicate that they completed college-level coursework or earned a degree from a foreign institution may be required to provide U.S. credential equivalency verification. Diploma or transcript copies must still be attached for all applicants. To verify degrees from international universities, you may use the IAU database of international institutions at IAU Global Members . If the school is not listed, applicants must still provide U.S. credential equivalency verification.

Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

Testing may consist of a combination of any of the following and is subject to change as needs dictate: written test, performance test, evaluation of qualifications, oral interview

If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position.

Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).

Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.

The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and priority enrollment consideration at Hill & Dale Family Learning Center, Marine Park Child Development Center, and Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School.

Closing Date/Time: 11/27/2026 5:30 PM Pacific