Maintenance Specialist / Senior Maintenance Specialist

THIS RECRUITMENT WILL CLOSE AFTER RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 APPLICATIONS, OR BY MARCH 23, 2025, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

Applications must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be additionally attached. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. 

PLEASE ATTACH ANY DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, AND CERTIFICATIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION.

Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada - 20 miles east of Sacramento and about 1.5 hours from Lake Tahoe - the City of Folsom is comprised of beautiful parks and trails, and boasts excellent schools, family-orientated neighborhoods, and outstanding shopping, dining, and cultural options. Folsom is a high-tech, forward-looking city, with firms ranging from small to large international corporations. Voted by WalletHub as the Best Place for Families to Live in California, and 2nd Best Lake Town in America, Folsom is recognized for its affordability, fair weather, education, and health .Folsom’s schools were recognized among the best in Sacramento County. Niche recently released its list of the Best in America for 2025, and Folsom swept the honors with seven elementary, two middle, and two high schools making the list.

The City of Folsom's Parks and Recreation Department is currently recruiting for one (1) Maintenance Specialist/Senior Maintenance Specialist to join the Municipal Landscape Services Division. This is a non-exempt position, represented by the Local 39 IUOE union.

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Specialist/Senior Maintenance Specialist performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled troubleshooting, maintenance, modification and repair work in assigned maintenance operations areas such as parks, landscape and lighting, facilities, service center, traffic signs and streets/drainage park grounds, outdoor facilities, trails, traffic signs and streets/drainage, recreational and water facilities; maintains complex systems and performs specialized work on systems and facilities such as traffic signs, street lighting systems, irrigation systems, vehicle and equipment service and maintenance, pest and weed control and electrical systems; and performs related work as required. The Senior Maintenance Specialist also works in close coordination with a variety of contractors on City projects to ensure that all specifications are met; provides direct oversight to contractors; creates maps and official documents including scopes of work; completes plan review as part of a team; and performs related work as required.

Classification will depend on the candidate's experience and qualifications. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Maintenance Specialist (salary range M46: $69,586.86 - $88,150.55 annually) is the experienced-journey level of the field maintenance class. Incumbents are primarily responsible for performing skilled work in a specific area of expertise requiring special licenses and/or certification for a preponderance of the time. Assignments may be department-wide or restricted to a specific facility, park or section and incumbents may be assigned to both monitor and coordinate installation, maintenance and repair work in their occupational specialty and to perform general trade and maintenance activities as a crew member under direction of a Senior Maintenance Worker or Maintenance Supervisor. The class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I/II in that the latter performs a variety of semi-skilled field maintenance work that does not require certification. The Maintenance Specialist is distinguished from the higher level Senior Maintenance Worker by the latter's primary responsibility to act as lead person for field maintenance crews.

Senior Maintenance Specialist (salary range M55: $76,707.82 - $97,171.17 annually) is the experienced lead level of the field maintenance class. Incumbents are primarily responsible for performing skilled work in a specific area of expertise requiring special licenses and/or certification for a preponderance of the time. Assignments may be department-wide or restricted to a specific facility, park, or section and incumbents may be assigned to both monitor and coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair work in their occupational specialty and to perform general trade and maintenance activities as a project manager under the direction of a Maintenance Supervisor, Manager or equivalent level supervisor/manager classification. The class is distinguished from the Maintenance Specialist in that the latter performs a variety of semi-skilled field maintenance work without the added component of contractor oversight, project management and/or map/as-built creation. The Senior Maintenance Specialist is distinguished from the higher-level Maintenance Supervisor by the latter’s primary responsibility to act as a frontline Supervisor.
NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification.  However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level.  Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.

MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

• Troubleshoots, maintains and repairs complex systems and equipment in one or more areas of assignment such as irrigation systems, traffic signs, street lighting, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems, pool and filtration systems, weed and pest control and landscaping and grounds. Maintain and repair sprinkler systems in parks, sports fields, and grounds.
• Evaluate the need for, and adjust the amount of, water to be applied depending on weather conditions and event schedules.
• Maintain landscaping using a variety of power equipment.
• Apply herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.
• Maintain pool chemistry at appropriate levels.
• Check aquatics facilities for equipment operation, safety, and cleanliness.
• Visually inspect specialized maintenance equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment.
• Handle the more difficult, general maintenance tasks requiring a higher degree of skill level.
• Maintains records of installation, maintenance and repair orders to track activities ensuring work is documented and on file; prepares status reports for projects.
• Coordinates projects related to installation, maintenance and repair work within area of assigned duties including planning and scheduling work and equipment; May provide project lead direction to staff in technical areas of assignment.
• Inventories and orders supplies, parts, equipment and materials for projects and programs including determining appropriate supplies and materials and locating vendors; maintains adequate supply levels and inventory controls.
•  Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

SENIOR MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair complex systems and equipment in one or more areas of assignment such as irrigation systems, traffic signs, street lighting, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, pool and filtration systems; weed, landscaping and grounds. Maintain and repair sprinkler systems in parks, sports fields, and grounds.
• Evaluate the need for, and adjust the amount of, water to be applied depending on weather conditions and event schedules.
• Maintain landscaping using a variety of power equipment.
• Maintain pool, splash pad and water feature water chemistry at appropriate levels.
• Check aquatics facilities for equipment operation, safety, and cleanliness.
• Visually inspect specialized maintenance equipment.
• Perform maintenance on equipment.
• Handle the more complex maintenance tasks requiring a higher degree of skill level.
• Maintain records of installation, maintenance, and repair orders to track activities ensuring work is documented and on file; prepare status reports for projects.
• Coordinate, plan, and oversee special projects related to installation, maintenance, and repair work within the area of assigned duties including planning and scheduling work and equipment. 
• Provide project-focused direction to staff in technical areas of assignment.
• Inventory and order supplies, parts, equipment, and materials for projects and programs including determining appropriate supplies and materials and locating vendors; maintain adequate supply levels and inventory controls.
• Perform landscape and construction inspections.
• Input and prepare reports in asset management system, as well as act as an administrator to input new assets, and update asset and attribute information.
• Update plans and creates as-builts to incorporate field changes in auto CAD or similar programs.
• Create maps of service areas and/or asset locations in Arc GIS or similar programs.
• Stay informed on guidelines and standards in applicable area; follow and enforce such guidelines and standards to ensure compliance.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Essential Duties" section of this specification.

MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST 

Knowledge of:

• Safe work practices.
• Repair and maintenance of irrigation components.
• Pool filtration and chemical feeder systems.
• Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in specialized grounds and facilities including the aquatics center.

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Learn to operate a variety of equipment used in parks irrigation maintenance and solid waste pick up.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

SENIOR MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

Knowledge of:

• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Safe work practices.
• Repair and maintenance of irrigation components.
• Pool filtration and chemical feeder systems.
• Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in specialized grounds and facilities including the aquatics center.
• Knowledge interpreting contract specifications, documenting contractor accountability, and assessing costs associated with non-compliance. 
• Inspections of contractor work in various specialties.

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools safely and correctly.
• Learn to operate a variety of equipment used in park irrigation maintenance.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Create reports, maintenance logs, and documentation.
• Lead a team and provide project oversight, working with staff and contractors.

MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

Experience:

One (1) year of full-time experience as a Maintenance Worker II with the City of Folsom.


Two (2) years of full-time experience performing general maintenance and cleaning of grounds, parks, and/or other facilities.
 
SENIOR MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

Experience:
One (1) year of full-time experience as a Maintenance Specialist or Sr. Maintenance Worker with the City of Folsom or comparable agency.

Three (3) years of full-time experience performing complex functional maintenance in areas such as pools, landscapes, parks, equipment, irrigation, heavy equipment, systems, and/or other comparable facilities.


BOTH CLASSIFICATIONS:

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with construction and inspections
• Experience working with vendors and contractors
• Experience with a maintenance management system
• Experience with the Underground Service Alert (USA) system

License, Certificate, Registration Requirements:
At the option of the City, persons hired into this class may be required to either possess at entry or obtain within specified time limits, designated licenses, certificates or specialized education and training relevant to the area of assignment. Additional requirements may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Qualified Applicators Certificate or License for pesticide application
• California Class "A" Drivers License
• California Commercial "B" Drivers License with tanker and airbrake endorsements or with passenger endorsement
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Safety Specialist in Traffic Safety
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Signs and Markings Level I or II
• International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) Traffic Safety Specialist and Traffic Safety Through Work Zones Certificates
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• First Aid Certification
• Industrial Emergency Council (IEC) Confined Space Entry, Awareness and Rescue Certificate
• Forklift Certification
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector
• Certified Pool Operator
• Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor
• Certified Landscape Technician
• Certified Irrigation Contractor

Physical Requirements:
Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year-round basis.  (1) Mobility:  frequent performance of heavy manual labor; frequent standing or driving for long period of time; frequent climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, and squatting.  (2) Lifting:  frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.  (3) Vision:  constant use of overall vision.  (4) Dexterity:  frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.  (5) Hearing/Talking:  frequent hearing and talking in person.  (6) Emotional/Psychological: frequent coworker contact; occasional working alone.  (7) Environmental:  frequent exposure to loud noise; frequent exposure to chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances.
 
Other Requirements:
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Salary : $69,587 - $97,171