Building Maintenance Worker III

Building Maintenance Worker III

Salary

$61,193.18 - $74,380.80 Annually

Location

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2609-6608

Department

Chief Administrative Office

Opening Date

09/08/2026

Closing Date

9/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

• Employees residing in the Tahoe basin may be eligible to a Tahoe differential of up to $101.53, paid twenty-four (24) benefit pay periods and Geographical differential of up to $200.00. paid twenty-four (24) pay periods per year.

COUNTY OF EL DORADO

The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

The County of El Dorado, Chief Administrative Office, Facilities Division is a Division of the Chief Administrative Office and provides a broad range of internal support services for County departments. These include construction, custodial, and the maintenance and repair of county-owned and leased facilities and grounds. Facilities is committed to plan for, build and maintain the most efficient, effective facilities for County operations for the short and long term.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is the advanced-level classification in the Building Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents work under general supervision and exercise a high level of discretion and independent judgment in performing the full range of routine to complex skill craft work tasks. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation, and adjustment to a variety of complex County mechanical and electrical systems.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Perform troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation, and adjustment to a variety of complex County mechanical and electrical systems, such as boilers, circulating pumps, generators, batteries, lighting and electrical control systems, valves, piping and plumbing fixtures, furnaces, blowers and ductwork, pneumatic tubes, water supply and drainage systems, and appliance and fire sprinkler systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, including lubricating, changing filters, cleaning, and testing components.
• Install and modify electrical systems; run new circuits; pull wire; install outlets, switches, and fixtures.
• Install, modify, and repair plumbing and piping systems, including water supply lines, valves, and fixtures, as well as drain, waste, and vent systems.
• Perform skilled carpentry work, including the preparation of concrete forms; place and finish concrete; frame platforms, walls, decks and partitions; install, tapes, and textures sheetrock; install finish material such as baseboards, trims, and moldings.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.

Come work where others vacation. The County of El Dorado is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Worker III to support County facilities in beautiful South Lake Tahoe. The ideal candidate is a well-rounded journey-level maintenance professional who takes pride in solving problems, working independently, and keeping public facilities safe and operational.

You will be the go-to craftsperson for complex building systems. Successful candidates bring hands on skill across multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC and mechanical, and carpentry, and are comfortable troubleshooting and repairing systems such as boilers, pumps, generators, lighting and controls, valves and piping, furnaces and ductwork, water supply and drainage, and fire sprinkler equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, install and modify electrical and plumbing circuits and fixtures, frame and finish carpentry projects, and make sound, safety focused decisions in the field while using a wide range of hand, power, and test tools.

This role thrives in a year-round mountain environment. Work includes indoor and outdoor settings in all seasons, occasional work at heights and in confined spaces, and responding to urgent issues with calm and care. The position may be on call at times and may support evening or weekend emergencies to keep County operations running for the community.

What makes this opportunity stand out is the combination of place and purpose. South Lake Tahoe offers stunning scenery, four season recreation, and a strong sense of community, and County service adds stability and meaningful impact. As a County employee you are eligible for overtime work, and you will have access to training and tools that support your growth. The County also offers public sector career pathways, CalPERS retirement, paid leave, and other comprehensive benefits, along with tuition reimbursement opportunities when approved by the department.

If you are ready to bring your craft, reliability, and pride of workmanship to a place you will love living and serving, we would be excited to hear from you.

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:

Any combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Equivalent to graduation from high school;

AND

Two (2) years of journey-level experience at a level equivalent to the Countys class of Building Maintenance Worker II, including at least two (2) years of journey-level skills in at least three (3) skilled trades areas, such as plumbing, painting, mechanical, carpentry, and/or electrical maintenance.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of Universal EPA Section 608 Technician Certification within six (6) months of hire.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for a Building Maintenance Worker III as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Apply online by clicking on the Apply link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click Accept.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Kelly Gatchet in Human Resources at kelly.gatchet@edcgov.us

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RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.

Training and Experience Evaluation

A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicants ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicants education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.

Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.

For more information on the recruitment process click here.

Based on the hiring departments needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Building Maintenance Worker III. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full-time vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.

If you are interested in the position for Building Maintenance Worker III within any County department, please submit your application.

We are currently recruiting for the following:

• One (1) full-time vacancy in the Chief Administrative Office, Facilities Division, located in South Lake Tahoe, CA

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The County of El Dorado is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer.

Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation.

As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigate at least once every five (5) years.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism location enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.

Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway Races
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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The County of El Dorado participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility. If hired, the information you provide on your Form I-9 will be used to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

Learn more:

• E-Verify Notice of Participation

• Right to Work

The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Basic Life Insurance

• Long Term Disability (LTD)

• County sponsored Wellness program

• Discounts on gym memberships

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERS Retirement

• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans

• Optional Life Insurance

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays

• Floating Holidays

• Vacation and sick leave accruals

• Supervisory leave (supervising classifications only) and Bereavement leave

Below is a comprehensive benefit summary based on full-time, regular employment for the bargaining unit to which this classification is assigned.

Revised 1/2025, valid until modified by successor MOU or negotiated agreement.

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

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To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine if you continue in the selection process and your ranking on the eligible list. All work experience described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in your applications "Work Experience" section. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation. Additionally, ensure that your responses are your own and not generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or other automated tools, as this may result in disqualification from the recruitment.

• I acknowledge receipt of this information

02

This recruitment is for a position primarily assigned to County facilities in the South Lake Tahoe area. Please select the statement that best describes your understanding and willingness to accept this assignment.

• I understand this position is located in South Lake Tahoe and, if selected, I am willing and able to regularly report to the assigned South Lake Tahoe work location as required.
• I am not willing or able to regularly report to a South Lake Tahoe work location. I understand this may disqualify me from consideration for this recruitment.

03

Do you possess, or can you obtain by time of appointment, a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record?

• Yes
• No (I understand this may disqualify me from further consideration)

04

Your responses to the following seven (7) supplemental questions must be supported by the employment history contained in your application. Responses indicating experience that is not reflected in the application may not receive credit.

• I understand my responses to the seven supplemental questions must be supported by the employment history in my application. I further understand that any response not substantiated in my application may not receive credit.

05

The job requires journey-level experience in multiple skilled trade areas, and specifically identifies plumbing, painting, mechanical, carpentry, and electrical maintenance. Which statement best describes your paid work experience performing skilled building maintenance across multiple trades?

• I have no professional building maintenance experience in these trade areas.
• I have assisted experienced workers with maintenance or repair work in one or more trades, but I generally worked under direct instruction.
• I have independently performed routine maintenance and repair assignments in one skilled trade area, with occasional exposure to other trades.
• I have independently performed journey-level maintenance and repair assignments in two skilled trade areas, with some responsibility for determining the appropriate repair method.
• I have independently performed journey-level maintenance and repair assignments in at least three skilled trade areas, regularly determining repair methods, materials, and tools needed to complete assigned work.
• I have substantial journey-level experience in at least three skilled trade areas and routinely handle complex or unusual building maintenance problems requiring me to diagnose conditions, determine the appropriate repair strategy, and complete or coordinate repairs with limited supervision.

06

Which statement best describes your experience troubleshooting building mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or related facility systems when the cause of the problem was not immediately apparent?

• I have not performed this type of troubleshooting.
• I have observed or assisted others with troubleshooting but typically relied on another employee to diagnose the problem.
• I have independently diagnosed straightforward problems where the likely cause and repair were generally apparent.
• I regularly troubleshoot building-system problems by inspecting components, testing equipment, and eliminating possible causes before completing the repair.
• I independently troubleshoot complex problems involving multiple components or possible causes and determine whether the issue can be repaired internally or requires specialized assistance.
• I routinely serve as the primary troubleshooter for complex or recurring facility-system problems, using testing equipment, schematics/manuals, system knowledge, and diagnostic reasoning to identify root causes and determine or implement corrective action.

07

Which statement best describes your professional experience performing electrical maintenance and repair?

• I have no professional electrical maintenance or repair experience.
• I have assisted with basic electrical work under direct supervision.
• I independently perform routine tasks such as replacing switches, receptacles, fixtures, lamps, or similar components.
• In addition to routine repairs, I diagnose common electrical problems and perform work such as replacing devices/components, tracing circuits, or correcting identified electrical deficiencies.
• I regularly install, modify, troubleshoot, and repair building electrical systems, including running circuits, pulling conductors, installing devices, and diagnosing electrical faults using appropriate testing equipment.
• I independently troubleshoot and perform a broad range of journey-level commercial/institutional electrical maintenance and installation work, including diagnosing complex or intermittent problems, interpreting electrical information or schematics, determining appropriate corrective action, and recognizing when work requires a licensed contractor or other specialized resource.

08

Which statement best describes your experience maintaining and repairing plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, or similar building systems?

• I have no professional experience maintaining these systems.
• I have assisted with basic maintenance or repairs but normally worked under direct instruction.
• I independently perform routine preventive maintenance or basic plumbing/mechanical repairs, such as replacing fixtures, valves, filters, belts, or similar components.
• I independently diagnose and repair common plumbing or mechanical/HVAC problems and perform preventive maintenance on multiple types of building equipment.
• I regularly troubleshoot, repair, install, or modify plumbing and mechanical/HVAC systems such as pumps, piping, valves, furnaces, blowers, ductwork, drainage systems, or related equipment.
• I independently diagnose and resolve complex plumbing and mechanical/HVAC problems involving multiple potential causes or system components, use appropriate test equipment or technical documentation, and determine whether repairs should be performed internally or referred to a specialty contractor.

09

Which statement best describes your professional experience performing carpentry, structural, and general facility repair work?

• I have no professional carpentry or facility repair experience.
• I have assisted others with basic carpentry or facility repairs.
• I independently perform routine repairs such as patching walls, replacing trim, repairing hardware, or completing minor carpentry projects.
• I independently perform skilled carpentry and facility repairs such as framing, drywall installation/finishing, doors, windows, cabinetry, flooring, or similar work.
• I regularly perform journey-level rough and finish carpentry and independently determine measurements, materials, fabrication methods, and repair approaches from work orders, sketches, specifications, or field conditions.
• I independently plan and complete complex carpentry or facility-modification projects involving multiple work processes, field measurements, material estimates, fabrication or modification, installation, and coordination with other trades or contractors.

10

Which statement best describes your responsibility for planning and completing building maintenance assignments?

• I have not independently planned building maintenance assignments.
• Another employee normally determines the work to be performed, materials needed, and repair approach for my assignments.
• I independently plan routine assignments but rely on a supervisor or senior employee for unusual conditions, material estimates, or changes in scope.
• I regularly review work requests, determine the work required, identify needed tools/materials, and independently complete most assignments.
• I independently evaluate work requests or facility conditions, establish the repair approach, estimate labor/material needs, prioritize assignments, and coordinate my work with customers, vendors, or other employees.
• I regularly plan and coordinate complex maintenance assignments involving multiple trades or work phases, develop labor/material estimates, interpret plans or technical documentation, establish priorities, coordinate contractors or other workers when necessary, and follow the assignment through completion with limited supervisory direction.

11

Which statement best describes your responsibility for identifying and controlling safety hazards during building maintenance work?

• I have not performed professional building maintenance work involving these responsibilities.
• I rely primarily on a supervisor or lead worker to identify hazards and establish required precautions.
• I follow established safety procedures and use required PPE when performing routine maintenance work.
• I independently identify common hazards associated with electrical, mechanical, ladder, confined-space, chemical, or power-tool work and select appropriate precautions and PPE.
• I routinely evaluate work conditions before beginning assignments, identify hazards, select appropriate controls/PPE, and stop or modify work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• In addition to independently evaluating and controlling hazards, I regularly determine safe work methods for complex or unusual maintenance assignments and provide safety direction or instruction to assistants, contractors, or other workers involved in the work.

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Employer The County of El Dorado

Address 330 Fair Lane

Placerville, California, 95667

Phone 530-621-5565

Website https://www.eldoradocounty.ca.gov