Salary : $75,167.76 - $100,731.96 Annually
Location : City of Escondido, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03813
Department: Public Works
Division: Maintenance - Building Maintenance
Opening Date: 09/07/2026

Summary

This position is open until filled.

A first review of applications will take place during the week of September 27, 2026. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.

Under general direction, oversees and coordinates all stages of construction projects, including capital improvement projects; coordinates assigned activities with various divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; participates in the review and design of assigned construction projects; coordinates the preparation and/or review of plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts for assigned projects; assists in the maintenance, repair, and construction of municipal buildings, and facilities, while performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building trade duties; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Plans, prioritizes, and reviews the work of contractors and staff responsible for the maintenance and repair of municipal buildings, and facilities; may performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled building trade duties.

Reviews the design of assigned construction projects for clarity and constructability; directs and participates in the preparation and/or review of plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts for assigned projects.

Establishes schedules and timelines for projects along with methods for providing assigned services and activities; identifies resource needs; reviews these needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly.

Participates in the development of goals and objectives; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards.

Inspects and evaluates work in progress and upon completion to ensure that repairs, maintenance, and project activities are performed in accordance with City regulations, policies, operating procedures and practices; identifies problem areas and works with contractors and staff to make corrections.

Monitors work sites and ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

Ensures work activities are carried out in a safe and efficient manner.

Schedules and oversees assigned contractors performing maintenance and repair of municipal buildings and facilities to ensure quality of work, compliance with City specifications, and conformance with department plans and programs.

Maintains records concerning projects such as: Project Tracking Sheet, Project Timeline Form, and project expenses.

Estimates time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings.

Performs related duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities related to the maintenance and repair of municipal buildings, facilities, and grounds.
Materials, methods, techniques, and terminology used in the maintenance and repair of municipal buildings, facilities, and grounds.
Principles of project management.
Operational characteristics of equipment and tools used in work activities.
Proper procedures used in the maintenance and repair of hand and power tools.
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Customer service principles and practices.
Methods and techniques of public relations.
Basic principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:

Organize and review the work of contractors or staff involved in assigned projects.
Read plans and designs for construction projects.
Recommend and implement goals, objectives for providing assigned services and activities.
Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
Understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Prepare and maintain records including time, material use, and cost records.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
Estimate time, materials, equipment, and costs needed to perform various projects.
Effectively represent the City to outside individuals and agencies to accomplish the goals and objectives of the unit.
Work cooperatively with other departments, City officials, and outside agencies.
Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, City staff, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
Ensure safety around work areas.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Requirements

Education/Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Specialized training in project management is highly desirable.

Experience:
Five years of responsible maintenance experience. Supervisory experience is highly desirable.

License or Certificate:
Incumbents must possess a valid Class "C" California driver's license at the time of application.
Supplemental Information
NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace.

All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A pre-employment medical examination will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment for all positions. Safety sensitive positions will include a pre-employment drug screen. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing.
SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list.

Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The questions are specific to the position and the information you provide will be reviewed and used to further evaluate your experience and education to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do not answer "see resume" or " see application" as these are not valid answers. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from the information included in the Work Experience and Education sections of your application?

• Yes
• No

Please select the level of education that applies to you.

• Less than High School
• High School graduate (or equivalent)
• Some college
• Associates degree or higher

Have you received any supplemental specialized training or certifications relative to Facilities Maintenance or Project Management? If so, please provide the name of the training or certification, the issuing organization, and the expiration date (if applicable). Examples could include the following: FMP, CFM, SFP, PMP, CCM, electrical or plumbing certifications. If possible, please attach a copy of the certifications to the application.
Please select the number of years (full-time equivalent) of responsible maintenance experience.

• Less than 5 years experience
• 5 to 6 years experience
• 7 or more years experience

Please describe your maintenance experience as it relates to this position and whether your role was hands-on, coordinating, or both. If applicable, please include any building systems you may have worked on including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, doors, or life safety.
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