The City of Woodland offers a competitive total compensation package including:
- Starting income ranging from $5,171.23 - $6,599.95 per month based on skills, training, certifications and years of experience, with regular, incremental pay increases
- Robust Retirement Program including CalPERS Retirement Plan, Retirement Health Savings Plan, choice of 457 Deferred Comp plans with a 2% City-Paid contribution
- Low-Cost & No-Cost Health Benefits, including choice of CalPERS Medical plans, and City-paid Dental Insurance, Vision insurance and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Career Development, including City-paid Professional Growth Incentive, City-provided training & professional advancement opportunities
- Home-Life Balance, inclusive work environment and predictable work schedule, as well as paid holiday, vacation, and sick leaves
POSITION
To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance of City-owned buildings, equipment and facilities. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Public Works Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Ideal Candidate will be able to troubleshoot a wide variety of building systems and think outside the box to find solutions that get the problem fixed right the first time. The candidate must be customer-friendly and be a solutions-oriented professional who is flexible in dealing with shifting priorities. Successful candidate will also be able to respond to after-hours emergencies on short notice and demonstrate the ability to work independently. Project management, plumbing, and HVAC skills are highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintain and repair City facilities, equipment, and building by performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and mechanical repair work. Inspect building facilities to identify building maintenance and custodial needs; research and recommend effective solutions to maintenance and repair needs of the City. Inspect, determine, and perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on assigned facilities and equipment. Assign routine and special tasks to subordinates; coordinates the work of contractors and other assigned staff with other City employees and contractors. Work cooperatively with others. Regular and consistent attendance.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Operate a variety of equipment including power saws, power sanders, drills, paint sprayers, plumbing snakes and rodders, routers and grinders. Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical equipment such as generators, engines and sump pumps. Determine quantity and types of supplies, materials, tools and equipment needed for maintenance programs and projects; arrange for purchase and procurement of same; assure that maintenance equipment and tools are kept in good working order. Read and interpret sketches, diagrams, drawings and blueprints. Assist in the research and implementation of department policies and procedures. Maintain time, material and equipment use records. Troubleshoot, maintain and repair the City’s lock system. Perform work in emergency situations. Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those of a Facility Maintenance Worker II.
License and Certificate: Required upon hire, possession of valid California Driver's License. Building Operator Certification is desired.
APPLICATION
Apply with a City of Woodland application online at www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or by visiting the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, Woodland, CA 95695. This recruitment is Open Until Filled. First review of applications is scheduled for Monday, March 9, 2026. Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. Applicants will be required to take and pass a medical examination by a City of Woodland physician to ensure their physical suitability to perform the assigned duties.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.
Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of March 30, 2026
CURRENT SALARY
$5,171.23 - $6,599.95 per month
$2,386.72 - $3,046.13 bi-weekly
BENEFITS
Retirement:
CalPERS Retirement System (2 % @ 60 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 formula for new CalPERS members). The City does not participate in social security
Deferred Compensation:
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth) with 1% City-match effective July 2024. After successful completion of probation, new hires are also eligible for a 2% City contribution.
Medical:
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs. City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance. Maximum Family Medical Allowance (2026): $2,463.99 per month
Medical-in-Lieu:
$405 per month upon verification of other qualified medical insurance
Dental:
City paid Delta Dental insurance (PPO and Premier providers)
Vision:
City paid Vision Service Plan (VSP) insurance
EAP:
City paid Employee Assistance Program, offering 24/7 assistance
LTD/STD:
City paid wage protection for long/short term disabilities
Life Insurance:
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy
Supplemental Benefits:
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, LTD/STD and Critical Illness insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) available
Vacation:
6.7 hours per month during first three years of service
Holidays:
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
Sick Leave:
8 hours per month
Longevity Pay:
$600 per year beginning at ten years of service
Bilingual Pay:
$200 per month upon certification
Certificate Pay:
Additional pay for eligible certifications (up to a total of 4%)
Safety Equipment:
$300 per fiscal year reimbursement for qualified safety boot purchase/repair and annual prescription safety glasses as needed
Professional Growth Incentive:
$625 per fiscal year for education or professional activities
The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
