Job description
This Position is perfect for you if:
- You are knowledgeable regarding numerous topics in facilities management such as HVAC maintenance, plumbing, and masonry, among others.
- You enjoy variety and challenge in your job, along with the opportunity for both outdoor and office work.
- You are able to identify issues as they arise, while also coming up with creative solutions.
- You enjoy working with others in a collaborative environment to complete projects.
- You value safety and can contribute to a work climate dedicated to enhancing it.
- You want to contribute to the community's well-being and growth!
Here are a few ways the Inland Empire Utilities Agency is committed to helping you feel your best, work your best, and live your best while working with us:
- A 4-day work week with remote hybrid work schedules for some positions
- A pension through California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
- Generous employer monthly health benefit allowances to go towards the cost of medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Competitive vacation, floating holiday, sick time in addition to 9 agency paid holidays
- Education Reimbursement up to $5,250 per fiscal year
- Professional Development Stipend of $1,000 per fiscal year
- Basic life insurance coverage provided
- Wellness Stipend of $500 per fiscal year
- 457b Deferred Compensation Contribution
- Interest free loan for a computer purchase up to $3,000
This position is open until filled. The deadline for the first review of applications is 11:59 PM on Wednesday, December 14, 2022. Applicants that submit applications after the first review deadline are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review deadline.
There are (2) vacancies in the Operations & Maintenance Department.
This recruitment is being conducted to fill two (2) vacancies. One of the vacancies is for a regular full-time position and the other vacancy is for a full-time limited-term (2 years) position. This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list. If a future regular full-time vacancy becomes available during the active status of the eligibility list, the regular full-time vacancy may be filled by the full-time limited-term placement resulting from this eligibility list
Limited-Term employees are "AT-WILL" employees, and their employment can be terminated at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice.
A full-time, limited-term employee shall be eligible for the same insurance and leave benefits, as a regular Agency employee occupying the same regular classification, pursuant to the applicable Personnel Manual or MOU EXCEPT for the following: educational reimbursements, certification or licensing payments/reimbursements and computer loans
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which may be used to fill future Full Time vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list.
Salary Range:
Facilities Technician II GU 174 ($33.86 - $41.25 Hourly)
Facilities Technician III GU 177 ($39.19 - $47.75 Hourly)
Senior Facilities TechnicianGU 180 ($45.37 - $55.28 Hourly)
Under direct supervision, while incumbents gain proficiency and attain the skills necessary to function at the next higher level while independently providing semi-skilled in in facilities, plumbing, masonry, building, painting, landscape, electrical, and maintenance work. Facilities Technician will also troubleshoot, diagnoses, maintain and repair a wide variety of large, complex heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration systems coordinate and inspect the work of contractors; and performs related duties as assigned.
A Facilities Technician I performs entry-level work in the semi-skilled and skilled maintenance trades while under the direction of a journey-level Facilities Technician. Incumbents must gain proficiency and attain the skills necessary to function at the next higher level while independently providing semi-skilled facilities, plumbing, masonry, fabrication, painting, maintenance work, and HVAC equipment systems. Duties and responsibilities are carried out independently within a framework of established policies, procedures, repair, and installation techniques.
Employees in this class typically report to the Facilities Program Supervisor.
Facilities Technician II is the skilled journey-level class in this class series. Incumbents perform journey-level duties in the area of installation, maintenance and repair of water, recycled water, plumbing masonry, building, paining, electrical systems, maintenance work, HVAC equipment systems and related equipment. All incumbents are qualified to perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance of the Agency’s equipment and facilities.
Facilities Technician III requires a higher level of knowledge, experience and certification in the preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance of the Agency’s equipment, HVAC Systems, and facilities. Incumbents may also provide work guidance to lower-level staff. Assignments vary, and some jobs may require a technician with more specialized knowledge.
Employees in this class typically report to the Facilities Program Supervisor and may provide technical direction to lower-level technicians.
Senior Facilities Technician is the advanced skill level and working lead class in the Facilities Technician class series and is fully competent in both electrical systems and HVAC equipment systems, testing and maintenance. Incumbents provide oversight of the preventive/predictive maintenance program including data analysis and provide input into the maintenance strategy for the HVAC and electrical equipment. In addition to performing the full range of journey-level to advanced journey-level skilled duties, incumbents serve as the working lead person of journey-level Facilities Technicians and related maintenance personnel, coordinating and overseeing the work, and providing training and guidance to employees engaged in the area of electrical system or HVAC control systems related to installation, testing, maintenance and repair. Incumbents work with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment to ensure that employees complete assigned tasks and responsibilities in accordance with established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Employees in this class typically report to the Facilities Program Supervisor and provide lead work direction and guidance to Facilities Technicians.
Senior Facilities Technician is distinguished from Facilities Program Supervisor in that incumbents in the latter class have full supervisory responsibilities and more complex maintenance planning and administrative duties
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
Click the links below to view the full class specification for each position:
Facilities Technician I GU 172 ($30.71 - $37.42 Hourly)
Facilities Technician II GU 174 ($33.86 - $41.25 Hourly)
Facilities Technician III GU 177 ($39.19 - $47.75 Hourly)
Senior Facilities Technician GU 180 ($45.37 - $55.28 Hourly)
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Facilities Technician I - Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and at least one year of experience in semi-skilled maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience in a public agency is preferred.
A Facilities Technician I may be considered for advancement to Facilities Technician II after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class, obtaining the specified licenses, certificates and special requirements or a department approved alternative.
Typically, a Facilities Technician I is expected to be capable of meeting the proficiency criteria within a 12 - 24-month period, depending on an individual's prior experience and progression in performing the full range of Facilities Technician II duties as described in the established performance criteria.
A Facilities Technician II may be considered for advancement to Facilities Technician III after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class; obtaining the specified licenses, certificates, and special requirements of the Facilities Technician II class as described in the established performance criteria.
LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
A valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Agency's vehicle insurance program.
Facilities Technician I
Within 6 months of appointment and during the course of employment obtain and maintain the following:
CPR and First Aid Certification
Confined Space Certification
Approved and qualified use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Forklift Certification
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal 608 Certification is required
In some assignments, the incumbent may possess and maintain:
California Class A or B driver's license is desirable
Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators is desirable
Facilities Technician II/III
Within 12 months of appointment or promotion and during the course of employment obtain and maintain the following:
CPR and First Aid Certification
Confined Space Certification
Approved and qualified use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Forklift Certification
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal 608 certification is required
In some assignments, the incumbent must possess and maintain:
California Class A or B driver’s license
Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Facilities Technician II
Within 12 months of hire, promotion, or advancement and during the course of employment obtain and maintain one of the following:
Vibration Analyst I Certification
Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) Certification
Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) Certification
Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) Certification
Facilities Technician III
Within 12 months of hire, promotion, or advancement and during the course of employment obtain and maintain two of the following:
Vibration Analyst I Certification
Machinery Lubrication Technician I Certification
Ultrasound Level 1 Certification
Infrared Thermography 1 Certification
Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician (CMRT) Certification
Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) Certification
Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) Certification
Senior Facilities Technician
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Universal 608 Certification is required.
Current certification as a Forklift Operator or the ability to obtain certification within six months of employment.
California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Electrical/Instrumentation Grade III certification is highly desired.
In some assignments, the incumbent must possess and maintain:
California Class A or B driver’s license
Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators
Weight Master Certificate
Within 12 months of hire or promotion obtain one of the following:
Certified Maintenance Reliability Technician Certification
Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional Certification
Certified Reliability Leader Certification
KNOWLEDGE OF/ ABILITY TO:
Click the links below to view the full class specifications for each position:
Facilities Technician I GU 172 ($30.71 - $37.42 Hourly)
Facilities Technician II GU 174 ($33.86 - $41.25 Hourly)
Facilities Technician III GU 177 ($39.19 - $47.75 Hourly)
Senior Facilities Technician GU 180 ($45.37 - $55.28 Hourly)
This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
Retirement
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):
An employee who becomes a "new" member of CalPERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 (and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date) will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.0% @ 62 benefit formula with a three-year final compensation in accordance with Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA). New members (PEPRA) will be required to pay half of the normal cost [Govt. Code Section. 7522.30(c)] currently 6.25% of eligible earnings toward the employee contribution.
An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, or a current member of another California public retirement system, who is hired on or after January 1, 2012, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.0% @ 55 benefit formula with a three-year final compensation. Classic members shall contribute 7% of eligible earnings toward the employee contribution.
Social Security/Medicare:
Along with CalPERS retirement, the Agency also participates in Social Security and Medicare. The Agency pays 7.65% on your behalf [6.2% Social Security + 1.45% Medicare], and the employee pays 7.65% via payroll taxes.
Medical
The Agency shall make a maximum monthly contribution towards the cost of his/her health insurance as follows:
January 2022
Waive Coverage $ 1,058.00
Employee Only $ 1,058.00
Employee +1 $ 1,375.00
Employee & Family $ 1,648.00
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Health insurance is offered through CalPERS, and enrollment is optional with evidence of health coverage from another source. Eligible employees who waive their medical benefit receive a cash incentive payment. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following enrollment.
Dental and Vision Insurance
The Agency offers two dental plans – Delta Dental (PPO) and Western Dental (DPO). Enrollment in one of the plans is mandatory. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following enrollment.
Vision insurance is offered through EyeMed Vision Plan and enrollment is voluntary. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following enrollment.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan
Upon completion of six months of employment, employees may participate in the Agency's Section 125 Cafeteria Program. Participants in this program may take advantage of tax savings offered through a medical care flexible spending account, a dependent care flexible spending account, or purchase supplemental benefits including critical illness and accident insurance with pre-tax dollars. In addition, employees can purchase supplemental life insurance with post-tax dollars.
Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance is offered through Cigna Life Insurance. Executive Management employees are provided with 1 time their annual earnings up to $300,000. Unrepresented Management employees are provided with an Agency paid $90,000 Life and AD&D policy. Unrepresented non-management, and members of the Supervisors', Laboratory, Professional, General, or Operators' Unit are provided an Agency paid $50,000 Life and AD&D policy. Enrollment into a basic $10,000 Life and AD&D policy is required and paid by the employee. Employees may purchase dependent life, for their spouse and/or eligible child(ren), or additional Life and AD&D coverage for themselves up to $500,000. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following date of hire.
Disability Insurance
Employees are insured by an Agency-paid long-term disability insurance, which will provide income for an employee who is totally disabled from illness, injury, or accident. The basic benefit provides for 60% of the first $10,000 of monthly salary, reduced by deductible income, after a 365-day waiting period. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.
Short-term disability insurance is available through State Disability Insurance (SDI). Employees covered by SDI are covered by two programs: Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave. Per applicable MOU and/or Personnel Manual, cash-out option available.
Employee Assistance Program
Agency employees are provided access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides 24/7 assistance needed to help resolve life's challenges.
401(a) & 457(b) Deferred Compensation
Participation in a 457 deferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. The Agency will contribute $25.00 per pay period to a single 457(b) account for each employee who has made an elective deferral of twenty-five ($25) or more to the plan. Also, participation in a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan is available within 60 days of hire.
Flexible Work Arrangements
Whenever possible, the Agency strives to be flexible to help employees achieve a balance between work and home responsibilities. Most employees participate in a 4/10 work week.
PAID TIME OFF
Holidays
The Agency offers nine (9) paid holidays. Additional paid floating holidays are available every fiscal year as follows:
Vacation Leave
Employees accrue 80 hours of vacation leave per year depending on length of employment, progressing to 200 hours per year. Executive Management employees accrue 120 hours of vacation leave per year depending on length of service, progressing to 240 hours per year. Per applicable MOU and/or Personnel Manual, cash-out option available.
Sick Leave
Employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually.
Vehicle Allowance
Executive Management and Unrepresented Management employees may receive a monthly vehicle allowance .
Safety Equipment Stipend
Members of the Laboratory Unit shall be provided with safety glasses. Payment shall be on a reimbursement basis, not to exceed $250 per fiscal year. Additionally, Laboratory members will receive $300 safety equipment stipend.
Professional Development Stipend
Employees not on original probation shall be entitled to a professional development stipend of one thousand dollars ($1000) per calendar year. The professional development stipend shall be paid every twenty-fifth (25th) pay period. Refer to specific MOU or Personnel Manual for details and payment information.
Educational Reimbursement Program
The Agency may reimburse eligible employees for the cost of educational courses up to $5,250 per fiscal year for the cost of educational expenses that are related to the employee's work. Limited Term employees are not eligible for this benefit.
Wellness Stipend
Employees not on original probation shall be entitled to a wellness stipend of five hundred dollars ($500) per calendar year. The wellness stipend shall be paid every twenty-fifth (25th) pay period.
Computer Loan Program
Eligible employees may receive an interest-free loan up to $3,000 to purchase a personal computer . Limited Term employees are not eligible for this benefit.
This benefits overview is a summary and is not to be considered all-inclusive or applicable to all employees.
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