Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

Overview

Are you a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in fixing, building, and maintaining essential community spaces? The City of San Bernardino is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Mechanic to support the upkeep and functionality of City buildings and facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your trade expertise while making a direct impact on the community you serve.

Join a team where your craftsmanship matters — from HVAC and plumbing to carpentry and general building maintenance — and where every day brings new challenges and meaningful work!

As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.

San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled building trades work to maintain, repair, and improve City facilities and equipment. Under general supervision, this position supports safe, efficient, and well-maintained public spaces by performing mechanical repairs, facility upgrades, and preventative maintenance across multiple disciplines.

This role is ideal for a versatile trades professional who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and working independently in the field. You will be responsible for inspecting facilities, identifying maintenance needs, completing repairs, maintaining safety systems, operating tools and equipment, and supporting construction and remodeling projects.

The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic plays a key role in ensuring City buildings remain functional, safe, and welcoming for employees and the public. If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in quality workmanship, and want stable, meaningful public service employment, this position offers a rewarding career path with the City of San Bernardino.

The ideal candidate for the Facilities Maintenance Mechanic role is a versatile, hands-on professional with experience across multiple building trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general facility maintenance. They are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team to maintain City buildings and equipment at peak performance.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and structural issues efficiently.
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and materials used in building trades and facility maintenance.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with team members, City staff, contractors, and the public.
• Physical stamina and dexterity for performing maintenance tasks in various environments and conditions.
• A proactive attitude toward preventative maintenance, repairs, and continuous learning in trade skills.

This candidate takes pride in their workmanship, enjoys working on diverse tasks, and is committed to keeping public spaces safe, functional, and welcoming.

• Inspecting City buildings and facilities to identify maintenance or repair needs.
• Performing routine and emergency repairs on HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical components, and structural elements.
• Constructing or repairing cabinets, doors, counters, and furniture using hand and power tools.
• Maintaining fire and life safety equipment, such as sprinklers and extinguishers.
• Reading blueprints, sketches, or building plans to ensure precise construction and repair work.
• Coordinating with team members and supervisors to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate records of work completed.
• Operating small trucks, forklifts, and other equipment to…