Maintenance Specialist; Building Maintenance - HVAC)

the city of oceanside is an equal opportunity employer.

the city of oceanside is accepting applications for the position of maintenance specialist. There is currently one vacancy in public works, building maintenance. This position will focus on hvac systems in various citywide buildings. Knowledge of bms systems and chiller and boiler operations is highly desirable.

under direction, to assign, direct, inspect and participate in the work of crews and contractors involved in the construction, maintenance or repair of city facilities, to inspect the work of projects in progress and at completion; to respond to citizen complaints and inquires; and to perform related work as required.

the maintenance specialist performs skilled labor and specialized tasks related to area of assignment; monitors work performed by contractors; provides technical direction to crews engaged in areas of assignment covering a wide variety of public works maintenance, repair or construction projects; plans, directs and participates in scheduling, coordinating and assigning various maintenance, construction and repair projects; determines work project priorities; trains assigned employees in their areas of work;

monitors projects; reschedules work crews and makes adjustments to crew assignments as required to meet project goals; conducts on site reviews; inspects work in progress and at completion; verifies the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; responds to public complaints and inquires; responds to emergency calls and service from contractors, utility companies and the general public;

maintains records of work activities and time worked; interprets plans and specifications in order to lay out field work; operates various heavy equipment; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies required for assigned maintenance projects; estimates costs, time, materials and equipment for assigned projects; requisitions materials as required; inspects equipment for needed maintenance or repair and schedules work as needed; maintains accurate records of maintenance repairs and services;

ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures; puts together contracts for services as necessary; oversees the work of contracted maintenance services including inspecting work performed to ensure compliance with specifications; performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

• operations, services and activities of a maintenance program related to area of work assigned.
• principles of supervision and training.
• methods and techniques of construction, maintenance and repair related to area of work assigned.
• operational characteristics of construction and maintenance equipment and tools.
• construction equipment operation techniques.
• principles and practices of construction including carpentry, plumbing and electrical.
• construction trades and related sub-trades.
• disinfections and health department rules and regulations.
• modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• mathematical principles.
• occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations pertinent to area of assignment.
• principles of contract and budget management.

• supervise, organize, inspect and review the work of lower level staff.
• plan, coordinate and schedule assigned maintenance functions.
• respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• interpret and explain city policies and procedures.
• estimate costs of construction, maintenance or repair projects.
• maintain and update accurate records and files.
• prepare clear and concise reports.
• operate a…