Building Maintenance Crew Leader

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.

• 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 paint 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 on 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.

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; preferred additional experience in one or more other trades. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or certification from a recognized vocational training institute may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Licenses and

Certifications:

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

Work is performed 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.

• Retirement:
  Classic members hired after 1/1/2013 receive 2.7 % at age 55; new members hired 1/1/2013 or later receive 2 % at age 62. Employee contributions range from 8 % to 50 % of the normal cost. The City does not participate in Social Security.
• Health Insurance:
  Six health insurance plans with up to $1,687 per month for HMO plans (family coverage). Dental insurance with up to $85 per month. Vision insurance through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and eligible dependents.
• Life Insurance:
  Term life insurance equal to $100,000; additional life insurance available and voluntary for employees and eligible dependents up to $300,000.
• Deferred Compensation:
  City contributes $50 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check; participation is optional.
• Leave Benefits:
  Includes vacation, sick, bereavement, and holiday leave. Vacation accruals are 80 hrs (0‑4 yrs), 120 hrs (5‑9 yrs), and 160 hrs (10+ yrs).
• Flexible Spending Account:
  Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan of optional participation.
• State Disability Insurance:
  Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department of the State of California.
• Union:
  Service Employees International Union (SEIU) – General Unit.