Facilities Technician II/III (DOQ)

• You are knowledgeable in numerous topics in facilities management such as HVAC maintenance, plumbing, and masonry, among others.
• You enjoy variety and challenge in your job, along with the opportunity for both outdoor and office work.
• You are able to identify issues as they arise, while also coming up with creative solutions.
• You enjoy working with others in a collaborative environment to complete projects.
• You value safety and can contribute to a work climate dedicated to enhancing it.
• You want to contribute to the community's well-being and growth!

• A 4-day work week
• A pension through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Generous employer monthly health benefit allowances to go towards the cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive vacation, floating holiday, sick time in addition to 12 agency paid holidays
• Education Reimbursement up to $5,250 per fiscal year
• Basic life insurance coverage provided
• 457b Deferred Compensation Contribution
• Interest free loan for a computer purchase up to $3,000

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of skilled technical duties in Facilities management, construction, installation, maintenance, repair and servicing of sophisticated and complex facilities systems in recycled and potable water; maintaining plants and buildings including painting, plumbing, masonry, repair of electrical systems. Facilities Technicians will also troubleshoot, diagnoses, maintain and repair a wide variety of large, complex heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration systems coordinate and inspect the work of contractor and performs related duties as assigned. This class is alternately staffed with Facilities Technician III, and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency that meet the qualifications for the higher-level class.

Facilities Technician III requires journey-level knowledge to maintain both the electrical system and process control instrumentation system and associated equipment. Incumbents may also provide work guidance to lower-level staff.

Employees in this class typically report to a Facilities Program Supervisor and may provide technical direction to lower-level Facilities Technicians.

Facilities Technician II is the skilled journey-level class in this class series. Incumbents perform journey-level duties in the area of installation, maintenance and repair of water, recycled water, plumbing masonry, building, paining, electrical systems, maintenance work, HVAC equipment systems and related equipment. All incumbents are qualified to perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance of the Agency's equipment and facilities.

Facilities Technician III requires a higher level of knowledge, experience and certification in the preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance of the Agency's equipment, HVAC Systems, and facilities. Incumbents may also provide work guidance to lower-level staff. Assignments vary, and some jobs may require a technician with more specialized knowledge.

Employees in this class typically report to the Facilities Program Supervisor and may provide technical direction to lower-level technicians.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Performs a variety of skilled journey-level duties associated with the facilities construction, installation, maintenance and repair of wastewater, recycled water and compost facilities including plumbing, painting, moving furniture, basic carpentry, masonry, HVAC maintenance, and electrical systems, at times participates in system shutdowns to perform scheduled and emergency maintenance and repairs, and in system startups.

Participates in the department's preventive, predictive, corrective and improvement maintenance program; performs facilities inspections, HVAC system monitoring, and electrical checks.

Performs housekeeping duties in facilities including cleaning and removing waste products, cleaning screens and vents, and performing janitorial tasks.

Repair facilities, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electrical testing device.

Assemble, install, or repair office furniture, electrical components, pipe systems, plumbing, and HVAC equipment.

Fabricate or repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, office furniture, and facilities equipment.

Paint or repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other, parts of building structures.

Conducts regular preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance and inspection of the Agency's HVAC equipment, chilled water systems, boilers, heat exchangers and refrigerated samplers; routinely checks belts, filters, coolants, and lubricants; monitors operation and adjusts control levels of fluid, pressure or temperature in refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

Operates, maintains and repairs the building automation systems (BAS) and building controls for the facilities HVAC and Exhaust systems.

Inspects, services, and performs maintenance for refrigeration, air conditioning and heating equipment and related ducting to locate defects in operation and to make necessary repairs; disassembles various parts and units to restore proper operating condition; replaces and rebuilds motors, compressors, belts, filters and valves.

Makes repairs to low-voltage electrical equipment, appliances, and fixtures; rewires and replaces defective devices and worn parts. Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions making necessary repairs, replacing ballasts, fluorescent tubes, and bulbs.

Installs conduits, wires, and pull boxes for extensions or alterations in industrial electrical systems.

Repairs and installs door locks; adjust or replace door closures; rekey door hardware.

Determines parts and equipment needed for maintenance and repair work; makes oral and written reports for work done; completes basic records, such as work orders, time sheets, requisitions, and accident reports.

Uses lockout/tagout procedures to block electrical sources; reconnects and operates equipment at panel for maintenance purposes; assists Electrical and Instrument Technicians in larger electrical related projects.

Operates boom trucks, forklifts, compressors, cranes, jackhammers, portable and stationary generators, steam cleaners, pneumatic, hydraulic and electric tools, and related tools and equipment.

Plans and lays out jobs from drawings, sketches or verbal instructions; maintains records in the form of plans and specifications for industrial and water works equipment and facilities equipment.

Coordinates activities with other departments.

Requisitions necessary tools, equipment and supplies.

Research new operational methods, techniques and equipment and recommends their application.

Prepares a variety of work reports and records; attends meetings; participates in Agency safety training.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

A Facilities Technician II may be considered for advancement to Facilities Technician III after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class; obtaining the specified licenses, certificates, and special requirements of the Facilities Technician II class as described in the established performance criteria.

LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Agency's vehicle insurance program.

Facilities Technician II/III

Within 12 months of appointment or promotion and during the course of employment obtain and maintain the following:

CPR and First Aid Certification

Confined Space Certification

Approved and qualified use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

Forklift Certification

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal 608 certification is required

In some assignments, the incumbent must possess and maintain:

California Class A or B driver's license

Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Facilities Technician II

Within 12 months of hire, promotion, or advancement and during the course of employment obtain and maintain one of the following:

Vibration Analyst I Certification

Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) Certification

Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) Certification

Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) Certification

Facilities Technician III

Within 12 months of hire, promotion, or advancement and during the course of employment obtain and maintain two of the following:

Vibration Analyst I Certification

Machinery Lubrication Technician I Certification

Ultrasound Level 1 Certification

Infrared Thermography 1 Certification

Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) Certification

Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) Certification

Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) Certification

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Practices, methods, techniques, tools and equipment used in the design, fabrication, installation, testing, calibration, maintenance and repair of facilities and mechanical equipment and machinery common to water, wastewater, recycled water and composting facilities.

Shop mathematics applicable to facilities HVAC Systems installation, electrical, plumbing, equipment maintenance and repair.

Tests, tools and practices used in performing all preventative and predictive maintenance on facilities equipment and systems used in a wastewater and water utility infrastructure.

Operation of condition monitoring tools and software.

Appropriate business ordinances, codes, procedures and practices regarding area of assignment.

Heating and air conditioning systems, as well as troubleshooting motor control circuits; and digital control systems.

Principles, practices, tools, and equipment used in installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing, electrical, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, heating and ventilation equipment and electrical circuits.

Manual and electrical tools and equipment applicable to facilities management, air conditioning, electrical, plumbing and refrigeration trade.

Welding and soldering techniques.

Principles and operating of water and wastewater supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper, stainless steel, PVC pipe and chemicals.

Local, state and federal laws and regulations applicable to assignment.

Safety policies, procedures and safe work practices applicable to assignment including OSHA regulations and confined space entry.

ABILITY TO:

Diagnose and repair a wide variety of facilities equipment, systems and machinery, such as valves, motors, pumps, HVAC equipment, compressed gas and chilled water systems, boilers, heat exchangers, and refrigerated samplers and other equipment common to the water works field.

Use precision and diagnostic instruments to measure required tolerances of HAVC and electrical components.

Diagnose defects and install, repair and maintain ventilating, refrigeration and air conditioning units.

Operate specialized machinery, equipment and tools utilized in the installation and maintenance of ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

Identify and implement effective courses of action to complete assigned work.

Read and interpret plans, specifications and manuals.

Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines.

Perform mathematical calculations.

Be medically authorized to be fitted for and wear a respirator.

Operate a computer and standard business software.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Maintain time and material records.

Coordinate work assignments with other sections or departments.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.