Foreman - Government Buildings

THE CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY

The City of Fountain Valley is nestled in the heart of Orange County. With approximately 60,000 residents, the City is only 7 miles from the beach with countless restaurants, entertainment venues, shopping centers, and Disneyland within a 15-mile radius of the City, providing many options for a rich work-life balance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The City of Fountain Valley is seeking a proactive and highly skilled, journey-level Foreman for Government Buildings to lead the maintenance and operations of municipal government facilities. The successful candidate will supervise a dedicated team of three (3) maintenance professionals, implement efficient preventive maintenance programs, and ensure all building systems—including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural components—operate safely and effectively. This role requires strategic coordination of multiple projects, enforcement of rigorous safety and code compliance standards, and active collaboration with contractors and vendors.. The ideal candidate leverages hands-on expertise and leadership to optimize resources, extend facility lifecycles, and deliver a safe, well-maintained environment for city employees and the public.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDE

• 4/10 schedule (off Fridays)
• 4% base salary increase in July 2026
• An incredible retirement / pension: CalPERS (2%@60 for Classic or 2%@62 for PEPRA)
• Flex dollars for CalPERS medical HMO/PPO plans
• Matching deferred compensation contribution (up to $225 per month)
• City-paid long-term disability insurance
• Generous leave accruals
• 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday

• Operate trucks, tractors, and various motorized and non-motorized maintenance vehicles and equipment, as needed.
• Make routine and emergency purchases as authorized and required; review and approve invoices for payment.
• Plan and coordinate work schedules.
• Assist in the inspection of work under construction.
• Prepare and maintain pertinent reports and records.
• Evaluate the work of subordinates.
• Provide formal or functional supervision, including training to subordinate employees in the proper use and care of equipment and proper safety procedures.
• Enforce proper safety procedures and ensure Cal/OSHA regulations are followed.
• Review service requests, schedule work to be completed, and resolve complaints, concerns, and technical problems.
• Assist in the development of specifications, including estimating labor and materials and determining installation and repair methods.
• Perform the more difficult maintenance and repair work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of government buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Administer and supervise purchase orders/contracts for the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning System (HVAC), janitorial work, electrical work, plumbing work and other similar maintenance and repair trades, and monitors their performance.
• Obtain proposals/bids for a variety of projects including custodial services, carpeting, roof repairs, painting, and other contract services.
• Perform non-journey level work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, and other similar maintenance and repair trades.
• Establish, maintain, and administer a weekly facilities maintenance schedule.
• Troubleshoot maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement.
• Establish, maintain, and administer a preventative maintenance program for buildings and facilities.

EDUCATION:

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• College-level coursework with an emphasis on facilities maintenance, construction management, or a related field is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

• At least three (3) years of experience in large-scale facilities maintenance and/or construction management, and the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities, preferably in a municipal setting.
• At least one (1) year of experience in lead or supervisory capacity is highly desirable.

LICENSE /CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED: (Licenses and certifications required for this job classification must be maintained at all times.)

• A valid California Class C Driver’s License is required.

• A California Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License for air-brake and manual transmissions is highly desirable.

• A Building Operator Certification is highly desirable.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:Must be available for standby duty and is subject to periodic call-out during off-time hours to assist in emergency repairs.

To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and/or updated before applying for the position. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. If you require technicalassistance, please review the Government JobsOnline Employment Application Guide, or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RECRUITMENT SHOULD BE SENT TOhr@fountainvalley.gov.

SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, written test, performance exam, and/or oral interview examination. The employment application and supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.

IMPORTANT RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the pre-employment process which may include but is not limited to: reference checks, background investigation, credit check, California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), and pre-employment medical examination.

The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodations during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the test date.

NOTE:
The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.