Facilities Systems Mechanic

Facilities Systems Mechanic

Salary

$78,554.40 - $95,483.28 Annually

Location

El Segundo, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26/27-00224

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date

10/19/2026

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Description

The City of El Segundo is currently seeking a full-time Facilities Systems Mechanic. The Eligibility List established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis with a first review date of Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Applications received after November 3, 2026 may not be considered.

Definition: Under general supervision, diagnoses, repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems for City buildings and facilities.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

Diagnoses, installs, repairs and maintains electrical distribution to 480 volts including lighting, alarm and audio systems and computer cables, scoreboards, generators, air compressors and golf course equipment.

Diagnoses, installs, repairs and maintains heating, venting and air conditioning equipment including air handlers, motors, compressors, pumps, valves, electrical components, electric and pneumatic controls.

Diagnoses, installs, repairs and maintains plumbing systems including pumps, valves, piping, water heaters, irrigation systems, fixtures and faucets.

Installs, repairs and maintains doors, hardware, locks and closers; repairs carpet and ceiling tile; constructs walls, prepares surfaces for painting and paints; hangs pictures and window coverings;

assembles and repairs wood and metal office furniture and workstations.

Provides technical advice to departments; oversees work performed by contractors; approves progress payments to contractors.

Maintains records of supplies, materials, equipment and time spent on repairs; reviews bids; prepares specifications for new equipment; purchases materials and equipment; updates fire extinguishers and asbestos reports.

Responds to complaints and determines appropriate corrective action; coordinates activities with other City staff in resolving complaints as necessary.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

Tools, equipment and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities and electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems;

Computerized building management programs:

Equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics;

Safe work practices; and

OSHA safety standards related to all aspects related work.

Skill in:

Reviewing, monitoring, and prioritizing building maintenance/repair work;

Reading blueprints and schematic diagrams;

Reading technical instruction manuals;

Installing plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems;

Trouble-shooting systems and performing journey level plumbing, electrical and HVAC maintenance and repair work;

Operating HVAC computer programs;

Operating a variety of technical diagnostic equipment;

Using appropriate hand and power tools associated with mechanical/facility diagnosis, maintenance and repair;

Analyzing emergencies and effecting accurate corrective action;

Maintaining records;

Understanding and following complex directions and instructions; and

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

Qualifications

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience in building and facility maintenance.

Education: Graduation from high school or GED supplemented by college level coursework.

License/Certificates: Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California drivers license and acceptable driving record are required.

Trade Electricity Journey level and/or Certification. HVAC Universal Journey level and/or Certification. EPA Asbestos Abatement Worker Certification.

Working Conditions: Routinely required to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds. Required to enter confined spaces, hot and cold areas and climb ladders.

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

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.

CITY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (CEA)

Benefit Summary - Effective 5/17/2019

PERS Retirement: Tier I-2%@55. Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members. Tier I and II members single highest year coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. Employee required contribution is 8% of pensionable income. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13 have three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare and payment of 50% of normal cost (6.75%).

Social Security: The City matches employee's Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2025 Social Security income cap is $176,100.

Retiree Medical: City offers paid retiree medical insurance at same rate as active employees.

Medical Insurance: $1,800 per month for employee and dependents medical insurance under PERS.

Educational Incentive: Up to $334.21 for B.A. if job doesnt require it. Must be approved by Department Head. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Optical/Dental/Life/AD&D: $184.25 per month City contribution. Employee & eligible dependents may be covered for optical and dental. $50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. AD&D insurance policies provided for employees.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

State Disability Insurance (SDI): Coverage provided through State Employment Development Department for short-term disability. There is a 1% Employee deduction for this benefit.

Long-Term Disability: City provides fully-paid LTD insurance. Continuance of 66 2/3% of first $9,750 of employees salary after a 60-day waiting period. Applies to non-job related occurrences.

Work Schedule: 9/80 with alternating Fridays off.

Holidays: 11 fixed paid holidays plus 2 days of Personal Leave per year.

Vacation Leave: 96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 15 years): 176 hours (16+ years). Leave can be used after 6 months of service. Annual cash conversion option.

Sick Leave: 8 hours per month.

Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days [one workweek where travel is 500 miles or more] for qualifying incident. Two (2) additional unpaid days may be taken.

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,750 per year for tuition and books.

Longevity Pay: Up to $66.84/mo for 5 yrs of service; Up to $133.68 for 10 yrs of service; Up to $200.53/mo for 15 yrs of service. Future employees hired on or after May 10, 2017 not eligible.

Uniform Allowance: Dollar amount varies for specific classes.

Other: Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee); Mission Square 457 Deferred Compensation Program; Payroll Direct Deposit.

Revised: 12/12; 2/13; 1/14; 2/15; 8/16; 5/17;5/19; 8/22; 3/25

01

The information provided in the following supplemental questions will be used in conjunction with the application materials to determine whether the qualification requirements are met. The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application. A resume may not be submitted in lieu of completing the application and supplemental questions. I have read the above statement and acknowledge that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected.

• Yes, I acknowledge
• No, I do not acknowledge

02

Please select your years of increasingly responsible experience in building and facility maintenance:

• 3 or more years
• At least 2 years, but less than 3 years
• At least 1 year, but less than 2 years
• At least 6 months, but less than 1 year
• No experience

03

Please select the areas in which you have work experience or certification:

• Electrical
• Plumbing
• HVAC
• Other

04

Please explain your increasingly responsible experience in building and facility maintenance. If no experience, type "N/A"

05

Please select the highest level of education completed:

• High School or GED
• Some college or Certification(s)
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• I do not have education equivalent to the completion of High School

06

This position is routinely required to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you now, or have you in the past, worked for a municipality (City)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of El Segundo

Address 350 Main Street

El Segundo, California, 90245

Phone 310-524-2381

Website http://www.elsegundo.org