MAINTENANCE PLANNER I-II

MAINTENANCE PLANNER I-II

Salary

$36.21 - $55.22 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

NG2AN-26

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Opening Date

05/14/2026

Closing Date

5/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Thursday, May 14, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Thursday, May 28, 2026.

Salary Information:

Grade I - $36.218-$49.183 Hourly

Grade II - $40.671-$55.224 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Initiates, plans and schedules regular, preventative maintenance and emergency work orders on a daily, weekly, or longer-term basis to maximize efficiency and productivity; assigns or assists in the assigning of work orders to crews on the basis of work to be performed; regularly reprioritizes work in response to priorities, availability of parts and equipment and to make efficient use of crew members; coordinates technician/crew schedules with other sections and divisions; plans maintenance and repair projects; estimates material, equipment and labor requirements and plans for safety requirements; distributes estimates for reimbursable work orders to responsible parties for information as needed; may make field visits to work sites to determine best methods and plan how work is to be done; may determine and order/pull materials for work orders for technician/crews; identifies, schedules and tracks work to be performed by outside vendors; may perform purchasing activities to acquire parts and equipment needed for work orders; shops availability of parts and materials, identifies sources and obtains multiple vendor/contractor quotes; may make purchases under blanket purchase orders up to authorized limits; enters data in the maintenance and/or fleet management system; sets up tasks and activities, including preventative maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled work orders; enters data to update information in the Preventative Maintenance(PM) database; tracks work orders to completion and closure/archiving; prepares maintenance/fleet-related reports; maintains the equipment database; may track certification of mobile and overhead cranes and vessels; arranges for required periodic inspections and all necessary repairs; may coordinate crane operator training, testing and certification; may coordinate the auction of surplus equipment and vehicles; interacts with customers in person, by phone, or email; performs other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

One year of work experience involving planning, coordinating, and scheduling work orders and projects in the maintenance and repair of facilities or vehicles and equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of practices, methods, and equipment used in installation, maintenance and repair of systems, facilities, vehicles, and/or equipment in an assigned area of responsibility;
• Knowledge of maintenance/fleet work order management, workload control, and other work-related applications;
• Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques of work order estimating and scheduling, with emphasis on computerized scheduling and tracking systems;
• Knowledge of general purchasing and contracting policies, procedures, and legal requirements;
• Knowledge of applicable safety policies and safe work practices;
• Knowledge of methods and procedures in the monitoring and operations of a maintenance operation;
• When responsible for certification programs, basic knowledge of the equipment and associated maintenance, repair, and certification requirements; knowledge of state and federal OSHA requirements and regulations applicable to the equipment. Examples of equipment commonly used include: cranes, including 30-ton lattice boom crane with Leeds attachment, bucket trucks, fireboats, underground fuel storage tanks, emergency generators, and submersible pumps;
• Ability to apply and understand City ordinances, codes, and procedures and practices;
• Ability to plan, schedule and evaluate completion of work orders to accomplish work group goals within set limits of time and cost;
• Ability to determine staffing, equipment and materials required to complete work orders;
• Ability to operate computers and work order management systems to plan, schedule and monitor the completion of work orders and to generate applicable analyses and reports;
• Ability to coordinate assignments with other sections, divisions, departments or agencies;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise records, reports and other written materials;
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications and sketches pertaining to the work;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

The position may be required to work an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends, overtime, and/or holiday hours as needed.

A valid drivers license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in a public agency.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Appraisal Interview ..................................................................... 100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.

If you have not received notification of the status of your application within two weeks of filing your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the Citys Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562)570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B #NG2AN-26 MP: HF HF 05/14/26

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
• Credit Union Membership
• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
• Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline. Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email hr-talentacquisition@longbeach.gov and include MAINTENANCE PLANNER I-II in the subject line . Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

• Yes

02

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: One year of experience in the areas of planning, coordinating, and scheduling work orders and projects in the maintenance and repair of facilities or vehicles and equipment is required. How much experience do you possess?

• 0 - 6 months
• 7 - 11 months
• 1 year - 1 year 11 months
• 2 years or more
• No paid experience

03

EXPERIENCE: One year of work experience involving planning, coordinating, and scheduling work orders and projects in the maintenance and repair of facilities or vehicles and equipment is required. Describe your one year experience involving planning, coordinating, and scheduling of work orders and projects in the maintenance and repair of facilities or vehicles and equipment. To receive credit for the required experience, your response must include the following information describing your experience: 1) Job Title 2) Employer Name 3) Dates of Employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Hours Worked Per Week 5) Job Duties Performed If you do not have any experience, please type NONE. Do not copy and paste your resume and do not type "see resume". Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.

04

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of practices, methods, and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of systems, facilities, and/ or equipment is required. Describe your experience and/or knowledge of practices, methods, and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of systems, facilities, vehicles, and/or equipment. If you do not have any experience or knowledge, please type NONE. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.

05

Knowledge of maintenance/fleet work order management, workload control, and other work-related applications is required . Describe your experience and/or knowledge of maintenance/fleet work order management, workload control, and other work-related applications. If you do not have any experience or knowledge, please type NONE. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.

06

Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques of work order estimating and scheduling, with emphasis on computerized scheduling and tracking systems is required. Describe your experience and/or knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques of work order estimating and scheduling, emphasizing computerized scheduling and tracking systems. If you do not have any experience or knowledge, please type NONE. Do not copy and paste your resume and do not type "see resume". Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.

07

Knowledge of general purchasing and contracting policies, procedures, and legal requirements is required. Describe your experience and/or knowledge of general purchasing and contracting policies, procedures, and legal requirements. If you do not have any experience or knowledge, please type NONE. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.

08

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (Optional): Experience working in a public agency is desired. Do you have experience working in a public agency?

• Yes
• No

09

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (Optional): If you answered "yes" to question 8, please describe your experience working in a public agency. If not applicable, please leave it blank or write N/A.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS By answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. Proofs for this position may include: college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veterans preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

For information on evaluation services: Education Evaluation Services

• Yes

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for MAINTENANCE PLANNER I-II, NeoGov Job Number: NG2AN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link: Local Hiring Preferences

and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: NG2AN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visit Hiring Preferences

. Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

• I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.
• I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me. I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.

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By answering "yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

• Yes

13

By answering "Yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that: 1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and 2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment; and I understand and acknowledge the aforementioned statement.

• Yes

Required Question

Employer City of Long Beach

Department Multiple Departments - (CL) Address Human Resources Department

411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl

Long Beach, California, 90802

Phone (562) 570-6202

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach