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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
Department of Public Works: Our employees provide the community with quality services, maintain and improve our public infrastructures and facilities, and support the preservation of Marin’s unsurpassed beauty. Click on the “DPW” link to learn more about our department and the people who make our organization a great place to work: DPW
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Building Maintenance division is responsible for more than 50 County owned facilities including libraries, fire stations, Sheriff stations, flood control pump stations, office buildings, and two lock-down facilities. The Building Maintenance Worker II is responsible for performing a variety of routine duties in the maintenance and repair of these buildings, equipment and utility systems and the duties assigned may include, but are not limited to, replacing fluorescent and incandescent lamps, cleaning lighting fixtures and reflectors, cleaning air diffusers, moving and relocating office furniture and equipment, performing minor tasks in carpentry, painting, electrical and plumbing work. The Building Maintenance Worker II will assist higher level Building Maintenance Workers on assigned projects as needed.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified has personal and professional integrity, is highly organized, possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, approaches their work with enthusiasm, and demonstrates a strong commitment to customer service. The candidate has knowledge of routine building operations and maintenance with experience in plumbing, electrical, construction, and HVAC. The ideal candidate is effective in maintaining good public relations, dealing effectively with individuals of various ages and backgrounds, uses sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines, and is knowledgeable regarding the safe operation of hand and power tools used in facility and equipment maintenance and repair. In addition, the ideal candidate is capable of working independently for extended periods of time in remote locations, outdoors in any weather conditions, and must work non-standard schedules including evenings, nights, and weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE OF:- Methods, tools, and materials of various building trades.
- Codes pertinent to the repair of buildings, building facilities, and related equipment
ABILITY TO:- Follow written and oral instructions.
- Skillfully use hand and power tools of a variety of building trades.
- To learn quickly new methods or techniques of maintenance and repair work.
- Perform heavy physical labor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to two years of recent full-time experience in building maintenance work or in appropriate trades or crafts which demonstrates possession of the following knowledge and ability requirements.
Possession of a Building Operators Certification Level I and a Universal Refrigerant Recovery License is highly desirable.
Licenses : This job class requires travel between various County and business-related locations. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job-related duties must possess a valid California driver’s license for the class of vehicle driven and meet automobile insurability requirements of the County. Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving history record as obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles is required at the time of the selection interview.
Special Requirements: Must meet all medical, training, and respiratory protection requirements as outlined in the OSHA Asbestos Standard for the Construction Industry. Facial hair that may interfere with a respirator is not permitted.
Candidates will need to successfully pass a background investigation to include fingerprint and criminal history evaluation.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Dario Aguilar at dario.aguilar@marincounty.gov .
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/4/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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