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Location : 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Status 3)
Job Number: 540E 6507 082026
Department: Public Works
Division: 6507 Transfer Station
Opening Date: 08/14/2026
Closing Date: 8/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: IBEW-M
Description
The City of Redding is establishing an eligibility list for the position of Building & Facilities Mechanic I/II. Incumbents in this position will work under general supervision and perform a wide variety of duties relating to the installation, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, mechanical equipment, street signs, irrigation systems and other property of a similar nature within the assigned division.
Currently, one full-time vacancy exists for Building & Facilities Mechanic I in the Solid Waste Division of the Public Works Department. The list established as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy as well as subsequent full-time and temporary vacancies that occur during the life of the list.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Building & Facilities Mechanic I classification is distinguished from the Building & Facilities Mechanic II in that this classification performs semi-skilled work. The Building & Facilities Mechanic II classification is a journey-level/leadworker working classification. Incumbents are represented by the I.B.E.W. Maintenance bargaining unit.
Building and Facilities Mechanic I: $34.00/hr. - $35.70/hr.
Building and Facilities Mechanic II: $37.51/hr.
We are looking for someone to

• Perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, cement work, masonry, gas and electric welding, and custodial related to buildings, facilities, grounds, mechanical equipment, street signs, sprinkler systems and other property of a similar nature.
• Operate City vehicles and equipment, including hydraulic lift truck (bucket truck), forklift and tractors (farm type).
• May be required to direct the work of other personnel.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

In addition to above 1 - 4, when assigned to Airports Division:

• Perform installation, construction, maintenance and repair of buildings, hangars, grounds, mechanical equipment, building lighting systems, street signs, irrigation systems, runway, taxi-way, and aircraft parking area surfaces to include paint striping, airfield lighting systems and tie-down ropes/chains in accordance with Part 139 Regulations.
• Perform maintenance and repair of airport buildings, and perimeter security fencing as necessary; respond to numerous tenant problems and complaints.
• Perform installation and maintenance of landscaped areas at the two City owned airports.

In addition to above 1 - 4, when assigned to Solid Waste Division:

• Repair solid waste containers and drop boxes, including the repair and maintenance of power operated compactors.
• Assist with major repairs and perform routine maintenance work on hydraulic and electrically operated stationary equipment, such as a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and a knuckle boom crane, as necessary.

Qualifications we're looking for
Knowledge of:

• All appropriate City, State and Cal/OSHA standards, policies, and regulations relating to construction maintenance and repair.
• Employees assigned to the Airports Division shall have knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations regarding safety, communications, FAA radio controlled ground movement on airfield operations area, and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security regulations. Employees shall be required to complete Airport ground vehicle operator training course and pass written and practical tests.

Ability to:

• Interact effectively with the public, employees and tenants. Background of apprenticeship and experience in related fields must be sufficient to provide the employee the ability to perform all required duties with skill, efficiency, and safety.
• Those assigned to the Airports Division will have the ability to operate equipment such as two-axle trucks, scissor lift, brush chipper, and tractor/mower.

Education, Experience & Special Requirements:

• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; typical education would include a high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Typical experience would include a journey level of skill in one of the crafts listed above and be reasonably proficient in performing routine tasks in the other crafts.
• Three years relevant experience in craft or building maintenance.
• Possession of the appropriate California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment.
• Must be able to enter and work in confined spaces, participate in the Confined Space Program, and perform confined space rescue if needed.

To review the full classifications, please use the following links:
What to expect from the Application and Exam Process
You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam or junk mail folder. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing or interview process should contact Personnel at (530) 225-4065 by the application deadline.
Examination Process: Interviews and/or written elements may be administered by the hiring managers and you will be contacted directly by the department if selected. This recruitment will create an eligibility list that will be used to fill current and future vacancies.
Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon:

• Positive past employment references.
• Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older).
• Passing a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test.

Veterans Credit: Applicants who attach a copy of the DD-214 to their application indicating "Honorable Discharge" from military service and receive a passing score on the examination process will have two (2) additional points added to their final examination score.
The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
NOTE: This is a summary of benefits and is provided as a courtesy. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.
To view the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers AFL-CIO - Maintenance Employees,
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA-HELP EMPLOYEES OR PART-TIME EMPLOYEES.
Holidays:
An average of thirteen and a half per year. Fire Association covered employees receive a payment in lieu of holidays. Holiday compensation for Redding Peace Officers Association and Redding Police Managers Association employees has been converted to base pay.
Vacation:
Two weeks per year up to the fourth year of service, three weeks up to nine years of service, three and a half weeks up to fourteen years of service, four weeks up to nineteen years of service, four and a half weeks up to twenty-four years of service, five weeks after twenty-four years of service. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU. Part-time and temporary employees may be eligible for some vacation/paid time off benefits.
Sick Leave:
Twelve working days of sick leave are accrued each year. Unused sick leave may be credited toward retirement. For accrual rates for Fire Department shift employees, refer to MOU.
Health Insurance:
Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life for employee and dependent, and long-term disability for employees.
Retirement:
Full-time employees are covered by CalPERS (formula is dependent on hire date and member status in CalPERS) and are not covered under the Social Security System.
Administrative Leave:
Management positions are eligible to receive 40 hours of administrative leave per calendar year as authorized by the department director; additional leave up to 40 hours may be granted by the City Manager.
Deferred Compensation Plans:
Available for interested employees.
Agency Shop Requirements: Some job classifications are represented by collective bargaining units, the employees of which may choose to join and pay union dues.
Part-Time Retirement Benefit Program:
Part-time, seasonal, and full-time temporary employees either participate in the Social Security System or the PARS Alternate Retirement System depending upon bargaining unit assignment.
SDI:
All Redding Independent Employees Organization, IBEW - Maintenance and IBEW - Electric represented employees participate at their own expense. To view the current year's taxable wage limit, click
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.