Orange County

Facilities Mechanic

SALARY

$31.18 Hourly

$2,494.40 Biweekly

$5,404.53 Monthly

$64,854.40 Annually

LOCATION

Orange County, CA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time Regular

JOB NUMBER

3166CP-1017-999(O)

DEPARTMENT-XX

ALL Departments

OPENING DATE

11/17/2017

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

BARGAINING UNIT

N/A

SALARY

$31.18 Hourly

$2,494.40 Biweekly

$5,404.53 Monthly

$64,854.40 Annually

LOCATION

Orange County, CA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time Regular

JOB NUMBER

3166CP-1017-999(O)

DEPARTMENT-XX

ALL Departments

OPENING DATE

11/17/2017

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

BARGAINING UNIT

N/A

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Description



FACILITIES MECHANIC
 
THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
 
 
The eligible list established through this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Facilities Mechanic positions within several County of Orange agencies, including OC Public Works, Social Services Agency, OC Sheriff and John Wayne Airport. 

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  This recruitment will be conducted on a continuous basis or until the needs of the County of Orange are met.  Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this job bulletin may close at any time.

To learn more about the County of Orange, click here.

 

THE OPPORTUNITY
 
The Facilities Mechanic is a multi-trade position responsible for the general maintenance of electrical systems, air conditioning units, buildings, and plumbing systems.  Incumbents in these positions generally work independently and with minimal supervision.   The Facilities Mechanic will be responsible for:
  • Troubleshooting electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, mechanical or other systems and perform minor to moderate repairs.
  • Testing electrical circuitry, appliances and equipment for malfunctions and diagnosing the cause of failure. Replace worn parts if necessary.
  • Detecting and locating leaks, blockages and other issues in plumbing systems. Replace valves, pipelines, faucets, fixtures and remove blockages.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, diagnose issues and perform minor repairs on air conditioning units.
  • Performing minor carpentry duties, such as repairs to doors, and installing related hardware.
  • Assisting journey-level tradespersons, such as plumbers, AC mechanics and electricians, with more complex and time-consuming repairs and maintenance projects.
  • Work in close proximity to inmates (if assigned to a jail facility).

 
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will demonstrate related education, experience and training that developed the job knowledge and abilities listed in the job announcement as they relate to facility maintenance in a commercial, institutional and industrial setting.  Additionally, the successful candidate must possess the following core competencies:

 
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
 
The ability to demonstrate general of knowledge and skill in a functional specialty and remain current in the area of electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, mechanical, carpentry and related repairs.
  • Methods, tools, and materials of the various building trades in commercial, institutional and industrial settings.
  • Knowledge of codes pertinent to the repair of buildings, building facilities, and related equipment.
  • Performs a variety of building maintenance and repair work in the electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and plumbing trades.
  • Skillfully use standard hand and power tools of a variety of building trades.
  • Diagnose the cause of electrical, mechanical, and structural problems and determine appropriate course of action.
  • Make safe, skillful repairs to electrical and mechanical systems and structural facilities; adjust rapidly to new situations warranting attention and resolution.
  • Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
  • Ability to work positively and effectively to resolve issues and encourage collaboration.
  • Ability to represent the organization effectively and communicate articulately.
  • Maintain cooperative relationships and deal tactfully within and across organizational lines.
  • Maintain positive and professional response during all work periods.
  • Deliver technical and conceptual information clearly and articulately, both orally and in writing.

ANALYTICAL SKILLS
  • Ability to use sound reasoning skills to identify and analyze problems by gathering relevant information and considering a broad range of issues related to facilities and maintenance.
 

Click here to view the complete classification description for Facilities Mechanic.

 
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
 
Incumbents must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds with frequent lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds; be confined to small spaces; climb ladders, scaffolding and poles; independent body mobility to stand, walk, crawl, stoop, bend, pull, or push; identify and distinguish colors; manual dexterity to keyboard; operate power tools or other machinery that may be potentially hazardous; pass as initial asbestos physical examination and subsequent periodic examination in order to be issued and utilize a respirator.  

Work outside in all types of weather conditions and have occasional controlled contact with potentially harmful chemical or biological agents. Work around high voltage systems.  
 

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
 
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications.  After screening, applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process.  All applicants will be notified via e-mail of their status in process.  
 
Performance Examination | Performance Test (Weight 100%):  Applicant will be evaluated based on practical job exercises designed to assess the applicant's qualifications for the job.  
 
Based on the County of Orange's needs, the recruitment process listed above may be modified.  All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.  

 

Duties

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.


QUESTIONS 
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Zachary Gutierrez at (714) 667-1623 or Zachary.Gutierrez@ocpw.ocgov.com.

Qualifications

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Non-Management Benefits

In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).


Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.

http://www.ocers.org/member_active/county_intro.htm


Click here for Benefits Summary Information.

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Facilities Mechanic Supplemental Questionnaire
* QUESTION 1
Please select the option that best describes your level of commercial, institutional and industrial building maintenance work (your choices must be supported by your application).





* QUESTION 2
Select the option that best describes your industrial air conditioning maintenance work experience.





* QUESTION 3
Select the option that best describes your commercial, institutional and industrial building electrical maintenance work experience.





* QUESTION 4
Select the option that best describes your commercial, institutional and industrial plumbing maintenance work experience.





* Required Question