Job Details

Salary : $66,132.00 - $80,388.00 Annually
Location : 4751 Eureka Avenue Yorba Linda, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 181900253
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Facilities Maintenance
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
Closing Date: 2/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

The Position

The Facility Maintenance Custodian, under the supervision of the Parks and Facilities Manager, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks related to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning and repair skills. This position is responsible for the daily maintenance and cleaning of the facility in accordance with written maintenance specifications; recognize and report mechanical defects to appropriate staff; move furniture and equipment; assist program staff as assigned; and do other job-related duties. This is a forty (40) hour a week position, working a flexible schedule that may include weekends and evenings. THIS POSITION CURRENTLY REQUIRES TUESDAY TO SATURDAY AVAILABILITY.
This recruitment will close once 100 applications are received or by the closing date.

Interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications.
Examples of Duties

1. Maintains inside and outside areas of the facility; vacuum carpets; wash, dust and clean, paint and patch walls and furniture; pick up and discard trash, clean spills and other materials, clean and replace trash containers; clean and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, counter tops and replace supplies in dispensers; sweep outside areas, monitor facility landscaped areas and report concerns to appropriate staff.
2. Develops and coordinates a preventative maintenance schedule for equipment and facilities.
3. Alter, repair, or construct articles and structures of wood, such as shelves, cabinets, partitions, counters, benches, desks, tables, and forms; assemble furniture and other equipment.
4. Repair electrical appliances, fixtures, lights, and worn parts through the operation of a variety of equipment used in facility maintenance.
5. Perform preventative maintenance and inspection of HVAC systems; such as changing air filters and washing condensing units.
6. Repair and replacement of locks and locking mechanisms.
7. Maintains a record of cleaning and maintenance schedules; maintains an inventory of equipment and supplies and order as needed.
8. Loads and unloads trucks, and unpacks equipment or item being delivered.
9. Assists groups using facilities, including enforcing or explaining facility rules.
10. In accordance with a diagram and written directions, sets up equipment and rooms for group use; arrange tables and chairs; set up audiovisual equipment.
11. Repairs and cleans drains, gutters and other areas used for drainage purposes.
12. Make recommendations for facility operations improvements.
13. Performs other duties as required.

Desirable Knowledge Skills & Abilities

1. Knowledge of maintaining facilities and use of supplies and equipment for basic cleaning, and maintaining records regarding cleaning activities.
2. Knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment used in preventative building maintenance services and activities.
3. Knowledge of the fundamentals of carpentry, plumbing, electrical systems, and machinery.
4. Knowledge of basic maintenance and repair procedures and troubleshooting techniques.
5. Knowledge of a variety of construction and finishing materials; knowledge of the purposes and ability to use the numerous hand tools and power equipment.
6. Ability to repair and maintain buildings and related structural facilities and furnishings.
7. Knowledge of OSHA lifting techniques in order to arrange furniture and chairs for various functions.
8. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, using OSHA lifting techniques, combined with stooping, bending, squatting, twisting, reaching and working on irregular surfaces.
9. Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions and work effectively with others.
10. Ability to perform general manual labor duties for extended periods, sometimes under adverse climatic conditions.
11. Knowledge of safety procedures in the use of cleaning materials and equipment and the selection of appropriate cleaning supplies.
12. Basic computer knowledge and have the ability to learn specific software related to maintenance scheduling and inventory.
13. Knowledge of or ability to learn basic audiovisual procedures and equipment.
14. Ability to deal tactfully with the public and vendors.

Other

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or the equivalent, plus experience in the maintenance of facilities as it relates to monitoring, adjusting, and servicing mechanical, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning equipment and performing carpentry work at the facility.

License & Other Requirements
Valid State of California Class C Operator's License.

Exempt/Non-Exempt
This is a non-exempt position. Overtime at the rate of one- and one-half times the hourly rate of the classification is paid for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week.

Background Check/Physical ExamIndividuals selected for employment will be required to take and pass a background check (fingerprinting) for all positions and medical exam for full time and permanent part time positions. The background check and medical examination are at City expense; and conducted by a law enforcement agency and physician designated by the City. Candidates who are currently working are urged not to resign until they have successfully passed the background check, physical examination and received a final offer letter.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Yorba Linda does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment. Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final date of an examination.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees hired by the City must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.

Disaster Service Worker
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Yorba Linda Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

• Retirement: CalPERS - Classic employees 2%@55 (Employee contributes 7%), plus 7% Employer Paid Member Contribution (EPMC). PEPRA (hired on or after January 1, 2013 or six month lapse between CalPERS agencies) 2% @ 62 (Employee contributes 7.75%). At the time of hire, you will be required to fill out a PERS Member Self-Certification form.
• Health insurance (hired after April 1, 2017): Employee receives $2,529 monthly health contribution with 10% automatically being placed in an individual Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). The balance between the premium and contribution may be placed in deferred compensation or received as cash. An employee may also opt out of health insurance with proof of insurance with the full health contribution being placed in deferred compensation or received as cash.
• Dental/Vision insurance: City paid premium with up to $2,500 per year in benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts available: $3,300 for health and $7,500 dependent care available.
• Life Insurance/Long Term Disability: City paid premiums for one times annual salary/60% benefit.
• Annual Leave: Miscellaneous employees accrue annual leave which may be used for sick or vacation purposes.
• Employee Assistance Program available.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan: with MissionSquare Retirement, and a $50 per month matching contribution for participating employees.
• College Savings Plan - Employees may contribute to a section 529 plan which is designed to encourage saving for future college costs.
• Social Security: City does not participate in the Social Security program, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare Contribution.
• 9/80 Work Schedule: Adjusted workweek schedule participation may be required.
• Retirement benefits (from City): (hired after April 1, 2017): Individual RHS account and PEHMCA health minimum; and option to participate in vision/dental coverage.