Class Code: SC101
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Facilities Maintenance Worker II

Bargaining Unit:  SEA

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, a Facility Maintenance Worker II performs semi-skilled and skilled tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and construction of Santa Cruz METRO facilities, properties, and related equipment; and performs other duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Facilities Maintenance Worker II is the journey-level class in the series.  An incumbent in this class performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled facility maintenance work that includes the maintenance and repair of tools and equipment. This class is distinguished from the lower level class of Facilities Maintenance Worker I because an incumbent in the latter class performs unskilled and semi-skilled facilities maintenance work that is routine, both in terms of scope and the facilities involved.  This class is also distinguished from the higher level class of Lead Facilities Maintenance Worker because an incumbent in the latter class serves as a lead worker and also performs and coordinates more difficult maintenance and repair projects.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is related or a logical assignment to this class.

  • Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks related to the maintenance, repair, construction and remodeling of Santa Cruz METRO facilities, properties, and related equipment.
  • Inspects facilities and related equipment for needed repairs including lighting, electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC and mechanical systems; inspects walls, windows, locks, and doors; tests and checks landscaping and irrigation systems.  
  • Determines materials and time needed to conduct needed maintenance or repairs; purchases or requisitions needed materials and equipment to perform work; meets with vendors or contractors as necessary to review project activities.
  • Performs maintenance, repair, construction or remodeling work utilizing carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, door/window, locksmith, alarm, roofing, and related trade skills.
  • Maintains and repairs washers, lifts, cranes, water and air systems, pumping systems, dispensing systems and other equipment.
  • Monitors and maintains secondary storage systems including above-ground waste storage and hazardous materials storage; pumps out waste collection systems; collects storm water runoff samples for hazardous testing. 
  • Assists in offloading  cryogenic and diesel fuels from trucks to Santa Cruz METRO fueling facilities by receiving fuels, coordinating and working with various vendors, completing inspections and reporting issues, and monitoring fuel levels, emergency alarm systems, and sensors during offloading process; monitors fuel station; implements emergency procedures for spill recovery as required.
  • Performs landscaping and hardscaping repair and maintenance; installs concrete; paints buildings; repairs benches.
  • Operates a variety of manual and power tools and equipment including hand, bench and table, welding, cleaning and pressure washing, and landscaping tools; operates vehicles such as dump trucks, bucket trucks, scissor lifts, and street sweepers.
  • Prepares time and materials estimates for assigned projects.
  • Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
  • Performs data entry to update and maintain information in digital files; may maintain spreadsheets and other documents to track information.
  • Operates standard office equipment including a computer, typewriter, photocopy machine, and fax machine; utilizes computer software in performing job tasks.  
  • Drives a Santa Cruz METRO vehicle to perform assignments.
  • Performs related work as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of:

  • Principles, practices, methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, concreting, masonry, HVAC, welding, mechanical and electrical work.
  • Uniform Building and Electrical codes.
  • Operation and maintenance of internal combustion engines and hydraulic equipment 
  • Occupational hazards of the maintenance trades and appropriate safety equipment and practices.
  • Methods and equipment used in grounds keeping operations. 
  • Safe operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
  • Methods of maintaining information in digital or hard copy files.
  • Methods of researching, gathering, organizing and reporting data.
  • Methods of prioritizing, planning and organizing work.
  • Time management techniques.
  • Customer service techniques.
  • Basic mathematics including fractions.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written Form. 
  • The effective use of modern office equipment, personal computers, and applicable standard business software.  

Ability to: 

  • Perform a wide variety of maintenance, repair, construction and remodeling to facilities, properties, buildings, and related equipment.
  • Read and interpret building and mechanical codes, blueprints, plans, and technical manuals. 
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment problems.
  • Estimate costs and determine materials and equipment needed to make building and equipment repairs. 
  • Use manual and power tools and equipment safely.
  • Make quick decisions in an emergency.
  • Ensure the safe handling of hazardous items and materials.
  • Maintain records and control systems with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Input data into a database.
  • Adhere to established work schedules and timelines.
  • Work independently using good judgment and discretion.
  • Effectively balance multiple assignments simultaneously.
  • Utilize standard office equipment and computer software and learn to use specialized Santa Cruz METRO software if assigned.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department and with other divisions, departments, agencies, suppliers, vendors, and the public. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

Education, Training, and Experience:

Four (4) years of experience equivalent to a Facilities Maintenance Worker I. 

OR

One (1) year of journey-level experience in one of the following building trades: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, or painting.  (Note: journey-level status typically requires four (4) years of formal training or apprenticeship). 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

A valid California Driver’s License will be required at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a current, valid California Class “C” Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to reach with hands and arms; walk, stand and sit; use finger dexterity; and talk and hear.  Work often requires the repetitive use of both hands to grasp and feel objects and use a keyboard.  The employee is regularly required to stoop at the waist, crawl, kneel, crouch, and climb. Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds unaided may be required.   Specific visual abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to see colors and shades, and the ability to perceive depth. 

Mental Demands 

While performing the duties of this job, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered during work.

Work Environment: 

The employee works in a shop environment where the noise level is usually noisy. The employee may work outdoors in varied weather conditions with potential exposure to fumes, dust, grease, air contaminants, hazardous materials and chemicals. Work requires heavy physical labor and working in confined spaces.

OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Must pass requisite background check.
  • May occasionally work extended hours or hours outside of regular schedule.
  • Required to be able to respond to emergency situations seven days per week, 24 hours per day.
  • This position requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) based on the tasks assigned; safety shoes are required at all times.

*Adopted: 12-11-18

*BOD Approved: 08-23-19

*Revised: 08-23-24

*Job Family: Facilities

*Job Series: Facilities Maintenance

*Job Series Level: Journey

*Confidential: No