MECHANICAL SYSTEMS SUPERVISOR

Salary : $7,403.00 - $9,005.00 Monthly
Location : Rowland Heights (Los Angeles County), CA
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Job Number: D-26/27-40
Department: Building Services
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 12/2/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

ASSIGNMENT
POSITION

There is currently one position available, eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days per week, twelve (12) months per year. The tentative work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

FILING PERIOD
Applications for this position will be accepted on-line only, Friday, November 6, 2026 to Wednesday, December 2, 2026 until 4:30 p.m.

*Applicants will be sent notifications via e-mail only*
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, serves as a working supervisor over mechanical, electrical, and plumbing skilled trades and maintenance personnel; trains, supervises and evaluates the work of assigned employees; plans, estimates schedules and inspects work to ensure compliance with department procedures and safe working practices; performs skilled mechanical maintenance duties in inspection, repair, installation and alteration in one of the following areas: heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and refrigeration systems, electrical, and plumbing trades.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The incumbent in this class is responsible for supervising personnel performing skilled work in building and facility electronics, heating, ventilating and air conditioning, plumbing and fire alarm systems. Incumbents must have general working knowledge of the processes, methods, and materials used in the various trades, resolve problems in the field, and work with employees to ensure the timely completion of projects.

The class of Mechanical Systems Supervisor is distinguished from journey level skilled trades classes such as, Air Conditioning & Heating Mechanic, Electrician, Electronic Repair Technician, and Plumber in that these classes perform skilled trade duties, but do not have formal supervisory responsibilities.
Confidential/Supervisory Salary Schedule: Range 30.5
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: Graduation from high school or its equivalency is required.
EXPERIENCE: Three years of full time journey level experience in one of the following trades: HVAC and refrigeration, Electrical, or Plumbing is required.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid, class C, California Driver License;
• Possession of a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification prior to the completion of the probationary period;
• Completion of the Asbestos Containing Building Material (ACBM) training within the probationary period

Applicants must provide the Personnel Commission with a copy of the following documents at the time of application:

• Proof of Education (Diploma or Transcripts)

You may upload your documents to your application, e-mail them to , fax them with a cover sheet to (626) 935-8456 or walk them into the Personnel Commission office. Applications without supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Transcripts or diplomas from foreign countries must be certified to meet the US equivalent if you wish for them to be considered.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Strength to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; climb ladders and stairs; maintain balance; push, pull, stoop, kneel, crawl, and bend repeatedly; repetitively use fingers, wrists, and hands while twisting or applying pressure; simultaneously use both arms, legs, and hands; reach overhead; hear normal voice conversation; speak clearly; have depth perception and color vision, distinguish shades, see small details and long distances, and use a computer and telephone.

EXAMINATION

EXAMINATION - OPEN / PROMOTIONAL WITH DUAL CERTIFICATION

The examination process may consist of the following:

• Training and Experience Evaluation
• Structured Interview / Performance Exercise

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PROOF OF EDUCATION:
If you received your education outside of the United States, you must have your degree/transcripts evaluated by a transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalent for it to be considered. For more information about organizations who offer this service, please access the following:

ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority requests advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any advanced salary step placement requests. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired. Advanced salary placement is only available to employees upon their initial hire.

APPOINTMENT
Candidates who pass all hurdles of the testing process will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based on final scores including any veteran's / seniority credit. The top three ranks of eligibles who are ready and willing to accept the position shall be referred to the hiring administrator for interview. The eligibility list will be established for six (6) months. All new employees are subject to passing a physical examination, tuberculosis test, background review and must provide satisfactory evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Employment start date is contingent upon fingerprinting and criminal background clearance.

In accordance with Education Code 45301, an employee appointed to this class must serve a probationary period of six (6) months or 130 working days of paid service, whichever is longer. No employee shall attain permanent status in the classified service until s/he has completed a probationary period in a class. An employee may be released at any time during the probationary period.

PROCESSING FEE:
New employees will be charged a processing fee (approximately $64) for the cost of fingerprinting. This fee must be paid at the time of processing appointment, with a MONEY ORDER ONLY, payable to RUSD.

VETERANS CREDIT
For entry level classes, veterans with thirty (30) days or more of active service (during a time of war or national emergency) who obtain a passing score shall be allowed an additional credit of five (5) points and disabled veterans receive ten (10) additional points. Entry-level positions are defined as all positions within the classified service when the eligible is first employed by the District, except for positions designated management or senior management. Veterans must supply a copy of their Form DD214 along with their application in order to receive such credit. Veterans credit can only be applied upon initial hire.
VACATION
Effective July 1, 2023, all Confidential/Supervisory employees shall earn their vacation accrual according to the following vacation accrual schedule:

• In years 1-3 of service, employees earn 1 vacation day per month with a maximum of 12 days per year,
• In years 4-10 of service, employees earn 1.417 vacation days per month with a maximum of 17 days per year,
• In years 11-15 of service, employees earn 1.583 vacation days per month with a maximum of 19 days per year,
• In years 16-17 of service, employees earn 1.750 vacation days per month with a maximum of 21 days per year and
• In years 18 and beyond, employees earn 2 vacation days per month with a maximum of 24 vacation days per year.

Each increase in vacation allotment specified above starts in the month following the completion of the specified number of years.

HOLIDAYS
For employees who work tweve (12) months, fifteen (15) paid holidays and two (2) floating holidays are granted each calendar year.

SICK LEAVE
One (1) day of sick leave is earned for each full month of service which may be accumulated from year to year. Employees who transfer from another California school district, including a county superintendent of schools office, who have accrued sick leave may request that it be transferred to Rowland Unified School District.

HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees whose regular work assignment is thirty hours or more per week are eligible to participate in the District's insurance program which consists of major medical insurance, dental insurance, vision, life insurance and income protection.

The District provides eligible employees major medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
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If you have additional questions, please contact the Risk Management office at 626-854-8382.

EDUCATIONAL STIPEND
Effective July 1, 2023, all classified Confidential/Supervisory and Classified Management employees who hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in excess of the minimum educational level required for their position shall be provided with one annual stipend which shall be provided as follows:

• Bachelors Degree: $500 annually or
• Masters Degree: $1000 annually

ADVANCED SALARY STEP PLACEMENT:
New employees are normally placed at Step A of the appropriate salary range for this classification. If the hiring authority recommends advanced salary step placement to the Personnel Director, then the new employee's eligibility will be determined in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule and Regulation 17.2.1. The Personnel Commission shall have final approval on any initial salary step placement recommendations. Contact the Personnel Commission office for further information if you are hired.
01

This supplemental application is part of the selection process and is considered an exam. It gives you the opportunity to fully explain your background and qualifications as they pertain to the position of Mechanical Systems Supervisor. Your answers to the following Supplemental Questions are required for your application to be considered complete. The information that you provide will be evaluated "as-is," and you will not have a second chance to revise or clarify the information provided. Please note: if you do not have experience, type "none." NOTE: Be sure to respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Overstating your skill level is considered false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information will be disqualified from further consideration or, if hired, may be terminated from employment. INSTRUCTIONS Read the following questions and type your responses to each question thoroughly, accurately. I have read and understand the following statement.

• Yes
• No

02

Please identify your highest level of education. You must attach proof of education to your application in order for the application to be considered complete.

• No high school diploma
• High school or equivalent (e.g. GED)
• Some college coursework
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree or higher

03

Which of the following trades do you have journey level experience in?

• HVAC and Refrigeration
• Electrical
• Plumbing
• Other

04

PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:How many years of full time journey level experience do you have in any one of the following trades:HVAC and RefrigerationElectricalPlumbing

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to 2 years
• 2 years to 3 years
• More than 3 years

05

PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:This position requires three years of full time journey level experience in one of the following trades: HVAC and Refrigeration, Electrical, or Plumbing. Please indicate how you meet this requirement.Please list your employer(s), the title(s) of your position(s), and the dates of employment for each job in which you gained this experience. If no experience, type "None".
06

PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:Please describe your experience maintaining and repairing systems in your indicated trade. Be sure to indicate any specific experience you may have with installing, servicing, maintaining, troubleshooting systems. Please list your employer(s), the title(s) of your position(s), and the dates of employment for each job in which you gained this experience. If no experience, type "None".
07

PROFESSIONAL / TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:Describe your experience and responsibility in developing and implementing a preventative maintenance program. What record management techniques did you use to keep up to date? If you do not have direct experience with this, what steps would you take to develop a preventative maintenance program?What tracking tools would you use?
08

ACTION AND RESULTS FOCUS:Describe your experience managing a large project. How did you plan and implement it? Who did you involve and was it successfully implemented on time and within budget? If it was not, how was this communicated?If you have no experience, type "None".
09

MANAGING PERFORMANCE:Describe your experience in the supervision of employees, including specific responsibilities for coordination, planning, training, development and evaluation of employee skills and the number and types of employees supervised. If you have no experience, type "None".
10

I have uploaded my proof of education (transcripts or diplomas). This is required for the application to be considered complete. I understand my application will be considered incomplete without proof of education.

• Yes
• No

11

I understand that I will have to possess a valid Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal Certification prior to the completion of the probationary period.

• Yes
• No

12

I understand that I need to complete the Asbestos Containing Building Material (ACBM) training within my probationary period.