About Orinda
The beautiful City of Orinda is a family-oriented community of approximately 20,000 residents who enjoy a semi-rural setting surrounded by majestic tree-studded hillsides within its 12.8 square miles. It is bordered by the cities of Lafayette, Moraga, Berkeley, and Oakland. Orinda is located in Contra Costa County, within 20 minutes of downtown San Francisco. A BART station is situated in the center of the community allowing a convenient commute within the Bay Area.
Orinda incorporated as a City in 1985, after more than 100 years of gradual development and has a reputation as a well-managed and stable municipal government. The City operates under a Council/Manager form of government, with five elected city council members who serve at-large, each for a four-year term. The City of Orinda has a dedicated and professional staff of approximately 40 budgeted employees supplemented with part-time and seasonal staff.
Description
Build, Maintain, and Support the Spaces That Serve Our Community
The City of Orinda is seeking reliable, skilled, and service-oriented professionals to join our team as a Facility Maintenance Worker I / II / III. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative environment maintaining the City’s buildings, parks, sports fields, and public spaces that residents enjoy every day.
Whether you’re starting your career in facilities maintenance or bring years of hands-on experience, we offer a flexible, multi-level opportunity designed to match your skillset and support career growth.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll perform a wide variety of custodial, maintenance, and repair work to ensure City facilities are clean, safe, and fully operational. Responsibilities include:
- Perform custodial duties such as cleaning, floor care, and restroom maintenance
- Maintain and repair City buildings, parks, and recreational facilities
- Assist with plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and irrigation repairs
- Set up and break down rooms and spaces for meetings and community events
- Prepare and maintain sports fields and landscaped areas
- Identify and address maintenance issues and safety hazards
- Respond to service requests and interact with the public in a professional manner
About the Position Levels
Facility Maintenance Worker I (Entry-Level)
- Ideal for candidates starting in facilities or maintenance work
- Performs routine tasks under close supervision
- Opportunity to learn and grow into higher levels
Facility Maintenance Worker II (Journey-Level)
- Performs the full range of duties with increasing independence
- Requires prior experience and strong working knowledge of maintenance practices
Facility Maintenance Worker III (Advanced-Level)
- Highly skilled, experienced professional
- May provide guidance or direction to other staff
- Works independently and handles more complex assignments
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in general maintenance, construction, landscaping, or facilities work
- Working knowledge of building trades such as plumbing, electrical, or carpentry
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in indoor and outdoor environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to safety
- Excellent teamwork and customer service mindset
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience:
- Level I: One year of related experience
- Level II: Three years of experience equivalent to Level I
- Level III: Three years of experience equivalent to Level II
- Valid California driver’s license and a safe driving record
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)
Work Environment
This position requires physical activity including lifting, climbing, and working in various weather conditions. Incumbents may be required to work evenings, weekends, and be on-call to respond to emergencies.
Why Join the City of Orinda?
- Small, collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to make a visible impact in the community
- Stable public sector employment with growth potential
- Variety of work—no two days are the same
Apply Today
If you take pride in hands-on work and enjoy maintaining spaces that serve the public, we encourage you to apply.
Join us in keeping Orinda’s facilities safe, clean, and welcoming for all.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a dependable, hands-on professional who takes pride in maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming public spaces. They bring a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to providing excellent service to the community.
This individual enjoys working both independently and as part of a small, collaborative team. They are adaptable, resourceful, and capable of handling a wide variety of maintenance tasks, from routine custodial work to more complex repairs, while maintaining attention to detail and safety.
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- A proactive, “see it, solve it” approach to maintenance and problem-solving
- Mechanical aptitude and experience in building trades such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical, or HVAC
- The ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and respond to changing needs throughout the day
- A strong commitment to workplace and public safety, including proper use of tools and equipment
- A positive attitude and professionalism when interacting with coworkers, contractors, and the public
- Reliability and flexibility, including the ability to respond to urgent and after-hours needs when required
At the II and III levels, the ideal candidate brings progressively higher levels of experience, technical knowledge, and independence. Advanced-level candidates may also serve as a resource to others, sharing knowledge and helping guide less experienced staff.
Above all, the ideal candidate values public service and takes pride in contributing to the upkeep and functionality of the City’s facilities and community spaces.
Benefits
This position is part of the General Employees' Unit and is represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 856. The City of Orinda offers a comprehensive benefit package, including:
- 9/80 Work Schedule: To support employee work/life balance, City employees work a 9/80 Work Schedule with every other Friday being a standard "Regular Day Off".
- Salary Increases: Employees have an opportunity for 5% step increases dependent upon performance in addition to any negotiated COLA increases.
- Retirement: The City contributes thirteen percent (13%) of base salary to a MissionSquare Retirement 401(a) Money Purchase Plan defined contribution plan. There is a three-year vesting period. The City of Orinda does not provide a defined benefit pension plan (i.e. CalPERS). The City does not participate in Social Security, except for Medicare premiums.
- Deferred Compensation: Employees have an option of participating in an MissionSquare Retirement 457 deferred compensation plan where contributions are from employee earnings. The City will match up to three percent (3%) contributed by the employee.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: The City offers several medical benefit plan options for the employee and his/her dependents. The city contributions vary by plan and there are zero or very low cost plans available. An in-lieu medical option is available upon proof of medical coverage for the employee and all his/her dependents. The City pays the full family premium for dental and vision coverage.
- Leave Accruals: In lieu of vacation and sick leave, the City provides General Leave (PTO) of 19 days during the first year of employment. Accrual is increased by one day for each subsequent year, up to a maximum of 25 days.
- Holidays: The City observes 14 paid holidays per year. This includes 2 floating holidays (9 hours each) provided each fiscal year.
- Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability & SDI: The City pays for a life insurance policy for an amount equal to one (1) times the annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000, as well as the cost of the monthly premium for Long Term Disability. The City participates in SDI, which is fully funded by the employee.
Additional Benefits:
- The City offers a Flexible Benefits Plan for out-of-pocket health care expenses and dependent care expenses.
- The City participates in a Transit Plan allowing participants to purchase transit fare on a pre-tax basis. We are located close to the Orinda BART station.
- The City provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) paid for by the City.
- Reduced employee and dependent fees for City of Orinda Parks & Recreation classes and programs.
- Educational/Professional Growth benefits.
Special Instructions
Closing Date: July 20 2026, at 5:00 PM
The job application must be completed in full. Please provide detailed information on your experience that aligns with the qualifications outlined in the job announcement, starting with your most recent position. List each promotion separately. Voluntary, non-paid experience will be considered if relevant to the position.
A resume cannot replace the application form. However, the City encourages all applicants to submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their interest in the position along with the completed application.
It is the applicant's responsibility to clearly demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications specified in this job announcement.
A limited number of applicants with the most desirable qualifications as determined by initial screening of application and supplemental documents will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that will consist of a practical test and oral board interview. All applicants will be notified by phone or email if they are invited to participate further in the selection process.
The City of Orinda is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity.
Pre-Employment Processes:
Any candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which will consist of a background history check, conviction history check, as well as a medical exam including a pre-placement drug screen before hire.