Maintenance Worker - Facilities Facility Maintenance

Maintenance Worker I - Facilities ) Facility Maintenance

The City of Mill Valley is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable individual to join our team as a Maintenance Worker I in the Facilities Division. This position will be assigned to the Community Center and Aquatics & Fitness Center where you will play a vital role in keeping our recreational spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for all visitors.

Location: 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, CA 94941

• Inspect Community Center/Aquatics & Fitness Center facilities regularly for safety issues, repair needs, and custodial concerns
• Troubleshoot and complete basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks including fixture replacement, minor repairs, and surface preparation
• Perform custodial work such as trash removal, cleaning, vacuuming, window washing, and moving or rearranging equipment or furniture
• Perform minor maintenance on building systems including heating and air conditioning units, flooring, gutters, and downspouts
• Assist with room and event setup as needed.
• Respond to maintenance service requests from departments and address public concerns related to facility upkeep
• Collaborate with outside contractors when required
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and supply needs
• Participate in on‑call duties during critical incidents or major events when assigned
• Maintain pool and spa operations including safe chemical handling, equipment care, and minor part replacement
• Perform minor repairs on kitchen equipment including refrigerators, freezers, stoves, and similar appliances
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Round 1 | Thursday, February 19, 2026 (in‑person)
• Round 2 | Thursday, February 26, 2026 (in‑person)

We are looking for someone who is highly responsible, safety conscious, and has a positive, service‑oriented attitude to join our team. The qualified individual will enjoy working with their hands, solving practical problems, and supporting the smooth operation of City facilities. Any background in building maintenance, basic construction, custodial work, or mechanical repair is helpful but not required.

• Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent and one (1) or more years of experience performing a variety of semi‑skilled building trades and facilities maintenance activities, including experience in the use and safe operation of a variety of hand and power tools.

• Practical experience performing general facility or building maintenance tasks such as minor repairs, basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, or custodial support is valued.

• A willingness to learn, follow safety procedures, and contribute to a collaborative team environment is essential.

• Leave – the City provides a generous leave package:
  • 15 holidays and floating holidays/personal days
  • 2 to 5 weeks of vacation leave based upon years of service
  • 320 hours (equivalent to 8 weeks) of Paid Family Leave for the purpose of bonding with a new child or for use related to the birth of the child
• Health Insurance – City provides the full premium for the Kaiser Family Plan or the equivalent thereof for employees who elect Western Health Advantage HMO
• Dental Insurance – City provides the full premium for Delta Dental PPO
• Retirement
  • New employees with no prior CalPERS service or have a break in CalPERS service of 6 months or more: 2% @ 62
  • New employees who are “classic” CalPERS members and do not have a break in service of more than 6 months: 2% @ 55
• Retirement Health Savings Account (RHSA) – mandatory 1% employee contribution (1.5% after 5 years of service);
  City matches after year 1
• 457 Deferred Compensation – the City offers up to $600/year in matching contributions toward deferred compensation (optional supplemental retirement plan)
• Other
  • City pays the premium for Long‑Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance ($50,000)*
  • Free pool/gym membership at the Mill Valley Aquatics & Fitness Center
  • Discounts on personal training, classes, swim lessons, facility rentals, and camps provided by Mill Valley Recreation
  • Certain restrictions apply.

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