Facility Maintenance Technician (PD)
Salary
$4,828.16 - $6,469.37 Monthly
Location
Rialto, CA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
26-029
Department
POLICE ADMINISTRATION
Division
Support
Opening Date
07/22/2026
Closing Date
8/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants
100
Classification Definition
Application Period: This job posting will close upon receipt of 100 completed applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as this posting may be removed before the advertised closing date.
This recruitment will be used to fill a vacancy in the Police Department. All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Rialto Police Department.
DEFINITION
To perform duties in support of the repair and maintenance of City buildings and facilities; to perform a variety of semi-skilled to skilled building trade duties including carpentry, painting and minor electrical work; to maintain and operate tools, equipment and vehicles; and to perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full journey level class within the Facility Maintenance Technician series. Employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Lead Facility Maintenance Technician in that the latter performs the most difficult types of duties assigned to classes within the series such as overseeing the work of contracted services and providing lead direction and training to lower-level technical staff.
Essential Duties and Responsiblities
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Lead Facility Maintenance Technician.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Performs various repair and maintenance duties to City buildings and facilities; performs a variety of semi-skilled to skilled building trade duties including carpentry, plumbing, heating, cooling, field lighting maintenance, phone system maintenance, swimming pool maintenance, painting, furniture moving, lock installation, roof repair, and electrical work.
Performs general maintenance duties inside and outside of buildings; repairs locks, patches roofs and replaces tiles; paints inside and outside of buildings; performs concrete work as needed; installs door locks; installs doors; installs security systems; repairs appliances.
Repairs and maintains a variety of plumbing fixtures and fittings including valves, sinks, fountains, faucets and related devices; installs sewer and drain systems.
Repairs and maintains a variety of heating, venting and air conditioning systems as assigned; replaces heating, venting and air conditioning system components as needed.
Repairs and maintains swimming pools and spas; maintain proper pH and chlorine levels according to safety requirements; order, receives and stores chemicals; replaces pumps, heaters, lighting, chemical feeders and related components.
Repairs, maintains and installs telephone system equipment and components including switching gear and line routing; maintains computer wiring including fax modems and personal computer wiring and phone lines; programs and updates voice mail components.
Repairs and maintains assigned interior and exterior lighting systems; replaces system components as needed.
Performs electrical repairs such as replacement of wall receptacles, cords, light fixtures and fuses; troubleshoots electrical problems; installs new electrical services including building, modular systems, and parking lot electrical systems.
Performs a variety of carpentry duties on city facilities; fabricates and repairs desks, shelving units and related furniture and components.
Assists in ordering electrical, plumbing and hardware supplies; coordinates with management on major building maintenance purchases.
Maintains and operates a variety of tools, equipment and vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
Prepares and maintains records and logs of work performed.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Minimum requirements as a condition of hire:
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES Minimum requirements as a condition of hire:
Experience: Two years of facilities maintenance experience.
Training: Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.
Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a State of California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Citys vehicle insurance program.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, refrigerant certification within 6 months of employment.
Supplemental Information
Application Procedure:
A City application form and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) MUST be submitted and received by the closing date. Please apply online at www.rialtoca.gov. All other employment inquiries can be directed to The City of Rialto, Human Resources Department. 246 S. Willow, Rialto, CA 92376. Telephone: (909) 820-2540.
Selection Process:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicants skills, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting.
Veterans Preference Credit Eligibility:
Veterans of the armed forces, who have been discharged or released from active duty under conditions other than dishonorable (Government Code: 18540.4), shall receive an additional five (5) points to their final examination score for ranking purposes only. This preference will apply only to the first appointment to any regular full-time City appointment. A copy of your valid DD214 must be submitted on or before the final filing date in order to be eligible for Veterans Preference Credit. For more information, please see the Citys Veterans Preference Policy.
E-Verify:
The City of Rialto is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees in the United States.
This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
RETIREMENT
The California Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA), which took effect in January 2013, changes the way CalPERS retirement and health benefits are applied, and places compensation limits on members. The greatest impact is felt by new CalPERS members.
As defined by the PEPRA, a new member includes:
All members who dont fall into the definitions above are considered classic members. Classic members will retain the existing benefit enrollment levels for future service with the same employer.
According to the Rialto City Employees Association (RCEA) Memorandum of Understanding, in addition to the monthly salary, the City offers:
CAFETERIA PLAN The Citys Contribution to the Cafeteria Plan to go towards the employees contributions for health, vision, and dental insurance premiums will be one thousand nine hundred and fifty dollars ($1,950) per month. Employees hired on or after 11/14/2018 shall be provided one thousand nine hundred fifty dollars ($1,950) per month, but there shall be no cash back to the employee for any amount not used. Opt out for new hire employees (on or after 11/14/2018) shall be limited to a $200 per month for not electing City medical insurance.
LIFE INSURANCE provides a $75,000 double indemnity policy for employee plus dependent coverage ($10,000 for spouse and $5,000 dependent children).
MERIT RAISES may be received in the form of salary increases seven times within or in six years with the attainment of satisfactory work performance.
BILINGUAL PAY is paid at the rate of $100 per period for employees who successfully pass the bilingual proficiency examination for Spanish.
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE An employee who has completed the probationary period and has attained college degrees will receive an increase to their pay as follows:
Bachelors Degree: Five percent (5%) of base salary
Masters Degree: Seven point five percent (7.5%) of base salary
Please note, these educational incentives are not cumulative.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT Employees can receive up to $2,500 per fiscal year.
VACATION is earned at the biweekly rate of six (6) hours for the first through fourth years.
SICK LEAVE is accumulated at the rate of 4.62 hours per period (120 hours per year) with no maximum amount of accumulation.
SPORTS CENTER Employees, employees spouses, retirees, and retirees spouses shall be allowed free use of the Rialto Fitness Center during normal operating hours as long as the City has managerial control of the facility. Employees, employees spouses, retirees, and retirees spouses shall adhere to the same regulations regarding reservations and the use and care of the facilities as the general public.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION is available to those employees who wish to supplement their retirement income. Money may be deducted from their checks and placed in a security plan without paying taxes on the amount until it is withdrawn. Employees with 5-9 years of City service the City contributes $370/month on the employees behalf. Employees with 10+ years of City service the City contributes $670/month on the employees behalf.
Current Benefits/Incentives: Rialto City Employees Association
EMERGENCY SERVICE: All City employees are required to perform assigned Emergency Service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Do you possess a valid California drivers license?
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Do you have two years of professional experience in facilities maintenance?
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Please describe your professional experience in facilities maintenance. Include your employer(s), years of experience, and primary responsibilities.
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Do you currently possess EPA Refrigeration Certification? if yes, please attach a copy to your application.
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By selecting "I understand", I understand that I cannot update my application once I have submitted it. Therefore, I have fully completed all sections of the application and provided full descriptions of my duties and responsibilities for each employer, and have fully reviewed my answers to all questions on the supplemental. Failure to fully complete my application, answer the supplemental questions (if applicable), and attach copies of the required certificates, may result in my application being rejected. (Do not indicate "refer to a resume or other documentation".)
Required Question
Employer City of Rialto
Address 150 S. Palm Avenue
Rialto, California, 92376
Phone (909) 820-2528
Website http://www.yourrialto.com