A Maintenance Specialist performs skilled labor and specialized tasks related to an area of assignment; provides technical direction to crews engaged in areas of assignment covering a wide variety of public works maintenance, repair or construction projects; plans, directs and participates in scheduling, coordinating and assigning various maintenance, construction and repair projects; determines work project priorities; trains assigned employees in their areas of work; monitors projects; reschedules work crews and makes adjustments to crew assignments as required to meet project goals; conducts on site reviews; inspects work in progress and at completion; verifies the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; responds to public complaints and inquires; responds to emergency calls and service from contractors, utility companies and the general public; maintains records of work activities and time worked; interprets plans and specifications in order to lay out field work; operates various heavy equipment; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies required for assigned maintenance projects; estimates costs, time, materials and equipment for assigned projects; requisitions materials as required; inspects equipment for needed maintenance or repair and schedules work as needed; maintains accurate records of maintenance repairs and services; ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures; puts together contracts for services as necessary; oversees the work of contracted maintenance services including inspecting work performed to ensure compliance with specifications; and performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

• Operations, services and activities of a maintenance program related to area of work assigned.
• Principles of supervision and training.
• Methods and techniques of construction, maintenance and repair related to area of work assigned.
• Operational characteristics of construction and maintenance equipment and tools.
• Construction equipment operation techniques.
• Principles and practices of construction including carpentry, plumbing and electrical.
• Construction trades and related sub-trades.
• Disinfections and Health Department rules and regulations.
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Mathematical principles.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations pertinent to area of assignment.

• Supervise, organize, inspect and review the work of lower level staff.
• Plan, coordinate and schedule assigned maintenance functions.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
• Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
• Estimate costs of construction, maintenance or repair projects.
• Maintain and update accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Operate a variety of construction and maintenance tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Read and interpret plans and specifications.
• Work independently and efficiently to carry out assignments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Possession of a Class A or B California driver's license is required.