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Salary : $72,720.00 - $88,320.00 Annually
Location : Presidio of Monterey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-1302
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: BUILDING MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: GEM
Description
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The Building Maintenance Craftsworker position is expected to perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance duties in the General Services Division of the Public Works Department. The General Services Division is responsible for the maintenance and repair of assigned Presidio of Monterey buildings and facilities. Building Maintenance Craftsworkers will work as part of a team and independently, and are responsible to provide quality customer service to both internal and external customers. This position may be assigned to work shifts outside of the division's standard 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. work hours, including standby shifts.
As part of the recruitment process, candidates who are determined to meet the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to participate in a hands-on skills assessment that will test their carpentry, plumbing, and mechanical capabilities. This position's specific job duties entail work on the military installation and thus require passing a background check from the Department of Defense (DoD).
Candidates who successfully complete all components of this recruitment process will be placed on an eligibility list. The eligibility list is active for 12-months and will only be used to fill the Building Maintenance Craftsworker positions.
ABOUT THE CITY OF MONTEREY:Nestled along California's Central Coast, the City of Monterey is known for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, hospitality, and sense of community. The City of Monterey is a full-service charter city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. The City of Monterey is a full-service city that provides police, fire, public works, planning, recreation, and parks services and operates its conference center, sports center, parking, and marina facilities.
WHY WORK FOR US?
The City of Monterey offers a competitive benefits package to full-time employees. Some of these benefits include a Health Spending Fund, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Vacation Accruals, Sick Leave, 14 Paid Holidays, Education Incentive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement Programs, CalPERS Retirement, 5.0% incentive pay for maintaining an active, or valid but inactive, California Class B General Building Contractors License, and more!
Application Process
A limited number of applicants who clearly show that they most closely meet the needs of this position in terms of training, experience, education, and other job-related characteristics will be accepted to participate in the selection process. This process will include evaluation and initial screening of the standard on-line City application to determine which candidates progress to the next phase of the recruitment process. The subsequent selection process may include a written test/written exercise, performance exercise, panel interview, and a final departmental interview. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a Live Scan fingerprint background check and reference check.
As a condition of employment, some positions require the selected candidate to pass a physical exam, including a drug screen and a federal background check, to gain access to military and police facilities and systems. This position's specific job duties entail work on the military installation and thus require passing a background check from the Department of Defense (DoD).
The Human Resources Department reserves the right to make changes to components of the examination process.
Candidates who successfully complete all phases of this recruitment process will be placed on an eligible list. The eligible list is active for 12-months and may be used to fill additional positions including lower-level positions, regular part-time, and part-time temporary seasonal, determined to have similar duties and requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Monterey provides outstanding servicesto the public and is deeply committed to a community and workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including underrepresented minorities that contribute to the diversification and enrichment of ideas and perspectives. The City of Monterey does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group of class protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
SUMMARY: Under general supervision, to do semi-skilled and skilled work in a variety of trades in the maintenance, repair and remodeling of buildings, structures, and related facilities; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the journey level class in the Building Maintenance series. This classification is distinguished from the Building Maintenance Worker through its specialization in building construction and maintenance requiring skills in one or more of the building trades. An employee in this classification may direct the work of others on a project or relief basis. This class is distinguished from the Senior Craftsworker classification in that the Senior Craftsworker leads the work of a crew or leads work on special projects on a daily basis.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform a variety of general building maintenance work on all City owned and/or Military owned buildings such as laying tile floors, building forms, frames and shelves, repairing furniture, preparing walls for plastering, making simple cabinets, installing water heaters, sinks and lavatories, laying copper lines and galvanized pipe, making repairs to heating systems and plumbing systems, installing and maintaining roofing and finishes concrete, painting, and replacing broken window glass and frames.
• Under direction, make repairs to HVAC and boiler systems.
• Operate power cleaning and buffing equipment.
• Performs basic trades work in painting, drywall installation and repair, carpentry, plumbing and electrical.
• Assist with the renovation, repair and maintenance of facilities.
• Set up buildings and facilities for conferences, events, and use by others;
• Perform building security functions.
• Check supply levels and requisitions materials as required.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
• Drive city vehicles.
• Maintain building and facility equipment and systems.
• Work standby on a schedule.
• Troubleshoot and make recommendations for greater operational or cost efficiencies, or better outcomes.
• Provide excellent customer service to a wide variety of customers, including members of the public, in-house personnel, stakeholders, members of the military community, and contractors.
• Support the relationship between the City of Monterey and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Perform other job-related duties within the scope of this job classification as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience in general building maintenance and repair work. A Class B General Contractor's License is desirable.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Info
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of:

• Materials, tools and methods used in general building repair and maintenance.
• The City's procurement policies.
• Customer service.
• Parts and materials used in building repair and maintenance; advise on alternatives.
• Safety policies and procedures, both trade specific and state and Federal rules and requirements.
• Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
• Basic computer programs, such as databases, word processing, Excel and email programs.

Skill in:

• Carpentry and routine plumbing, electrical and mechanical repair work.
• Using hand and power tools.
• Carrying out oral and written directions.
• Preparing oral and written reports.
• Maintaining appropriate and legible records; verifying correct comments, labor, material and contractor costs are included on work orders.
• Working with timelines and deadlines.
• Working respectfully with a wide variety of stakeholders and customers.
• Creative problem solving.
• Effective communication.
• Working effectively as an individual or on a team.
• Tracking records and documents.
• Responding to emergency calls (standby).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Physical Demands

• Standing & Walking - Standing for extended periods of time and/or walking distances (1 or more miles).
• Lifting - Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds; use proper lifting techniques including bending at the knees.
• Climbing - Ability to ascend 10 ft. or more up ladder(s).
• Manual Dexterity - The ability to perform multiple work activities requiring a significant level of physical and mental coordination, such as using hand and power tools; repair and calibration of instruments;
• Visual - Acuity for driving long periods; reading literature for long periods; industry warning signs and instruments; reading maps and diagrams, computer screen.
• Hearing and Speech - Ability to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Mobility - Ability to operate a motor vehicle, and reach, push, pull, stoop, bend, and squat.
• Reflexes - Ability to quickly and automatically respond to emergency and safety situations.
• Wear and operate in protective equipment as assigned, when working in hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions, including but not limited to head protection, eye protection, respiratory protection, hand protection, foot protection, knee protection, and full body protection.

Environmental Elements
Work is performed in any city building and outdoors with exposure to inclement weather; exposure to noise, dust, grease fumes, gases and potentially hazardous chemicals. Work is in and around moving vehicles and machinery. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. This position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays and be available for work on an emergency basis.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All City of Monterey employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City 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.
This is a summary of benefits for employees holding classification in the General Employees' of Monterey (GEM) bargaining unit. This summary is for information purposes only. More specific details regarding these benefits can be found in the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and GEM
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Retirement: The City provides CalPERS 2.7 % @ 55 with highest year formula for "classic members", as defined by CalPERS, which includes current City of Monterey non-sworn miscellaneous employees hired prior to January 1, 2013 or new employees who are currently active or have been active within six months of the date of hire in the CalPERS or reciprocal retirement system. These Classic employees are responsible for paying the full 8.0% member contribution rate in addition to cost-sharing 3.0% of the employer contribution resulting in a total employee contribution of 11.0%, which is deducted on a pre-tax basis.
The City provides CalPERS 2% @ 62 with highest three year formula for "new members" as defined by CalPERS, which includes new non-sworn miscellaneous employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been previously employed by the City of Monterey or who were employed by a reciprocal agency but had a break in service greater than six months. New employees are responsible for contributing fifty percent (50%) of the total "normal cost" rate. The "normal cost" rate is subject to change on a fiscal year basis as determined by CalPERS.
The City participates in the Medicare portion of Social Security.
Flexible Benefit Plan: For plan year 2026, the City shall make a non-elective employer contribution to the flexible benefits plan on behalf of each active employee in this unit for use for health insurance, dependent dental insurance, and additional life insurance, in the following amounts:
Employee Only = $1,086.89
Employee + 1 = $2,223.60
Employee + 2= $2,872.83
Cash in lieu of benefits = $300.00
Dental: Fully paid employee premium by the City.
Vision: Fully paid premium for employee and eligible dependents by the City.
Life Insurance: $20,000 policy paid by the City, with an option to purchase additional coverage up to five times your annual base salary...