<p>San Francisco/Peninsula</p> <p>Job Type</p> <p>Full-Time</p> <p>Close Date</p> <p>4/19/2026 at 11:59pm or until 75 applicants</p> <p>Salary</p> <p>$6,529.00-$7,755.00 Monthly</p> <p>Additional Questionnaires</p> <p>Supplemental</p> <p>About Pacifica</p> <p>The City of Pacifica is a beautiful community located on the coast, just south of San Francisco and is framed by the ridges of the Coast Range on the east, Montara Mountains on the south and the Pacific Ocean on the west. Rich in history, Pacifica is a quiet, family-oriented community. The population is approximately 40,028 with an area of 12.6 square miles.</p> <p>The City operates under the Council-Manager form of government. Legislative authority is vested in a five member City Council elected by districts for four-year terms.</p> <p>The City employees approximately 200 full-time and 120 part-time and seasonal employees in the following departments: City Attorney's Office; City Manager's Office; Finance; Fire; Human Resources; Parks, Beaches and Recreation; Planning and Economic Development; Police and Public Works.</p> <p>View all openings</p> <p>Share</p> <p>Please review the special instructions before applying for this job opportunity.</p> <p>Apply for Job Interested</p> <p>Location</p> <p>151 Milagra Drive Pacifica, 94044</p> <p>Description</p> <p>Welcome to the City of Pacifica!</p> <p>We invite you to apply for the position of BUILDING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST</p> <p>COME AND JOIN OUR TEAM!</p> <p>The City of Pacifica's Public Works Department is recruiting for a Building Maintenance Specialist. This is a full-time position with benefits and a compensation schedule range of $6529- $7,755 per month. This position works a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. This position is included in a bargaining unit under Teamsters MISC Local No. 856.</p> <p>DEFINITION</p> <p>Under general supervision, to perform skilled carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and electrical work involving rough and finished construction, installation, and repair work</p> <p>DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS</p> <p>This is the skilled level class in the building maintenance series.</p> <p>SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED</p> <p>Receive general supervision from higher-level staff.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:</p> <ul> <li>Operates woodworking machinery such as sanders, planers, and power saws in the construction of cabinets, shelves, stairways, and other wooden articles or structures; </li><li>Hangs doors and installs wooden sashes; </li><li>Lays finished flooring; </li><li>Instels, remodels, repairs and maintains electric, HVAC, wiring and plumbing systems, furniture, roofs, and other general repairds to buildings; </li><li>Installs wall board; </li><li>Prepares walls for plastering and refinishing; </li><li>Maintains and services carpentry equipment and tools; </li><li>Repairs small motors, heaters, boilers, and broken water lines; may do occasional general public works construction and maintenance work. </li><li>Perform related duties and responsibilities as required and other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Knowledge of</p> <ul> <li>Materials and methods used in both rough and finished carpentry and most other areas of the construction field; </li><li>Plumbing maintenance, installation, and finishing </li></ul> <p>Skill/Ability to</p> <ul> <li>Prepare rough sketches of work and estimates of materials and labor; </li><li>Read blueprints and work according to plans and specifications; </li><li>Carry out oral and written directions; </li><li>Use and operate mechanical tools; ; </li><li>Work with others. </li></ul> <p>EDUCATION AND TRAINING</p> <p>Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way of qualifying is:</p> <p>Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience performing public works building maintenance duties</p> <p>Substitution: Completion of an accredited apprenticeship in the construction field or may substitute for two years.</p> <p>Training: Graduation from high school and</p> <p>LICENSE</p> <p>Ability to drive and possess a valid California driver's license. May be required to qualify for and obtain a Class A or Class B driver's license and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Transportation regulations.</p> <p>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:</p> <p>Physical Skills: Able to sit, stand, walk (on uneven surfaces), kneel, crouch, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, and climb; lift and carry 75 pounds; dexterity to drive trucks and large vehicles; distinguish among various colors; distinguish various computer generated auditory signals; use common hand and power tools; vision to read printed materials, a computer screen, and to test equipment in varied field settings; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.</p> <p>Working Environment: Work in a shop and field setting; exposure to inclement weather, cold, heat, noise, outdoors, dust, dirt, vibration, chemicals, traffic, traffic hazards, confining workspace, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and explosive hazards.</p> <p>May work protracted and irregular hours; take 24-hour call and stand-by; available for evening meetings; available for unusual hours in emergencies.</p> <p>APPLY TODAY!!!</p> <p>At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it's about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and community members.</p> <p>Job PDF:</p> <p>Building Maintenance Specialist.pdf</p> <p>Ideal Candidate</p> <p>The ideal candidate that the City is looking to hire must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and be able to listen actively and extract the necessary information that is requested to perform day-to-day duties effectively to get the projects and tasks done. Having the personality and passion to provide exceptional service to the community of Pacifica and our internal customers.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Knowledge of</p> <ul> <li>Materials and methods used in both rough and finished carpentry and most other areas of the construction field; </li><li>Plumbing maintenance, installation and finishing </li></ul> <p>Skill/Ability to</p> <ul> <li>Prepare rough sketches of work and estimates of materials and labor; </li><li>Read blueprints and work according to plans and specifications; </li><li>Carry out oral and written directions; </li><li>Use and operate mechanical tools; ; </li><li>Work with others. </li></ul> <p>EDUCATION AND TRAINING:</p> <p>Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:</p> <p>Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience performing public works building maintenance duties</p> <p>Substitution: Completion of an accredited apprenticeship in the construction field or may substitute for two years.</p> <p>Training: Graduation from high school and</p> <p>LICENSE</p> <p>Ability to drive and possess a valid California driver's license. May be required to qualify for and obtain a Class A or Class B driver's license and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under the Department of Transportation regulations.</p> <p>Benefits</p> <p>The City's comprehensive benefits package includes:</p> <p>Holidays: Thirteen (13) days per year.</p> <p>Vacation: From 11 to 27 days per year, depending on length of service.</p> <p>Sick leave: Accrual is one day per month, with no limit on accrual.</p> <p>Retirement: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide a retirement plan that utilizes the formula of 2.5% @ 55 for "Classic members" or 2% @ 62 for "PEPRA members." Classic Members contribute 8% employee contribution plus 2.5% employer cost share for a total contribution of 10.5%. PEPRA members pay 6.75% employee contribution plus 2.5% employer cost share for a total contribution of 9.25%.</p> <p>Insurance: The City provides its employees with a medical insurance allowance that allows employees to purchase medical insurance through either Teamsters Union #856 Health and Welfare or CalPERS medical benefits plan. Some plans require employee contributions. Employees with proof of qualifying health insurance coverage through another group health plan may qualify for a "Health In-Lieu Payment" when declining city coverage.</p> <p>The City contributes toward a dental insurance plan and vision plan for employee and all eligible dependents.</p> <p>The City pays premiums for:</p> <ul> <li>Life insurance premium in the amount of $30,000. </li><li>Long term disability insurance (to begin sixty days after onset of non-work-related illness or injury). </li></ul> <p>Training: The City will pay up to $2,000 per fiscal year toward the cost of books and tuition required as part of courses taken that are job-related.</p> <p>Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in a choice of three deferred compensation plans.</p> <p>Union Membership: This position is represented by the Teamsters Local 856, Miscellaneous Unit.</p> <p>Special Instructions</p> <p>This recruitment closes on April 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM. It may close without notice, as only the first 75 qualified applications will be accepted. Apply today!</p> <p>First Round Virtual Interviews: 4/27-5/8</p>