Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Full Job Description

The Public Works Department is seeking experienced individuals to fill one (1) Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position in Martinez, CA. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified facilities maintenance personnel to assume the challenge and responsibility of a supervisory role. Under general direction, the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor has responsibility for planning, coordinating and directing, and monitoring staff performing preventive maintenance and repair work; including, but not limited to hazardous materials programs and work activities at county buildings and general facilities. In addition to having knowledge of local, county, state, and federal regulations and industry codes, a thorough knowledge of the tools, materials, equipment, and practices used in maintaining and repairing structures, utility systems, electronic, and traffic signals is needed to be successful in this supervisory role.

We are looking for someone who:

• Will demonstrate their reliability and responsibility to perform the job
• Is innovative and will think outside the box to come up with new and original ways to get the job done successfully
• Works well under pressure and can adapt to any given situation to achieve maximum results
• Can prioritize multiple situations as they arise and handle each issue calmly and rationally
• Can handle and mitigate conflict by communicating effectively
• Will make sound decisions using appropriate data and judgment

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Delegating tasks related to facilities maintenance to subordinate staff
• Following up on project status and completion to ensure on-time delivery
• Communicating with stakeholders regarding the status of projects
• Ensuring safety on the job and training staff to adhere to safety protocols
• Handling all personnel matters related to the team
• Monitoring budget levels to keep the division within its goals
• Overseeing and directing the work of contract employees

A few reasons you might love a career as a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor:

• You will work with a diverse team with various levels of experience and from varying backgrounds and cultures
• The work is challenging, and no two days will ever be the same, but you will have the opportunity to learn a lot about maintenance and supervision
• The work is rewarding, and there will be many opportunities to celebrate job accomplishments and successes
• You will have the opportunity to work with people from all of the County departments, as well as vendors, to expand your professional network

A few challenges you might face in this role:

• You will be responsible for supervising a team, and along with that comes handling all personnel conflicts that may arise
• You may need to multitask and complete work within short time frames
• You will be responsible for keeping your staff up to date with safety training and procedures
• Your staff will have varying levels of expertise, and some may require more support and guidance to be successful

Competencies Required:

• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
• Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
• Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
• Allocating Resources: Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on budget, and achieve their objectives
• Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in the context of achieving long-range objective
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue

Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out-of-state, valid motor operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience, or its equivalent, performing maintenance/repair work in a major facility. One (1) year of the required experience must have included supervisory experience as a lead worker or higher in one of the following areas: carpentry, heating, ventilation, air conditioning systems, electrical systems, electronic systems, painting, plumbing, or steam-fitting.

Desirable Qualifications:

Asbestos CertifiedPrevious work experience using a computer and Microsoft Suite ProgramsSupervisory/Manager Training Additional Information 1.

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application, applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.

2. Online Virtual Interview: Candidates who possess the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an interview.

The assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job.

In the assessment, candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies and an overall passing score of 70% or higher.

These may include, but are not limited to: Professional and Technical Expertise; Decision Making; Adaptability; Handling Stress; Project Management; and Oral Communication (Weighted 100%)The Online Assessment is tentatively scheduled to take place via computer (remotely) between February 24, 2026, and March 2, 2026.Candidates are not permitted to retake the same assessment within a six (6) month period.

If you apply for another recruitment that uses this exam and the test is scheduled within six (6) months of the date you took the test this time, you will not have the option to re-take the exam.The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Christine Bissada at Christine.Bissada@hrd.cccounty.us.

For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs' applicant support team for assistance at + 1 855-524-5627.CONVICTION HISTORYAfter you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer.

If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances.

Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County.

If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.DISASTER SERVICE WORKERAll Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law.

Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect.

Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.