Job Details

Maintenance Worker II (Ridgecrest)

Position Number: 9946627
Location: Bakersfield, United States
Position Type: Facilities Management

Maintenance Worker II (Ridgecrest)

Kern Community College District

Salary: $4,895.85 - $6,917.70 Monthly

Job Type: Classified

Job Number: FY26-2700110

Location: CC - Main Campus, Ridgecrest, CA

Department: Maintenance & Operations

Below is our job description for this position. Please also review the Important Instructions & Additional Information section below, which contains valuable information about our application process.

Basic Function

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a wide variety of semi-skilled to skilled work and lead in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities at an assigned district site. including, but not limited to, routine plumbing repair, pool maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, painting, locksmith, and electrical; operate a variety of hand and power tools and aid in a variety of other maintenance functions at an assigned location within the district.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the semi-skilled journey level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and complexity of duties assigned.

Representative Duties

Perform routine and semi-skilled and skilled functions in the maintenance repair, and alteration of district site buildings and facilities. E
Perform a variety of maintenance and repair functions in support of assigned district site buildings and facilities including, but not limited to, routine plumbing repair, pool maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, painting, locksmith, and electrical; to operate a variety of hand and power tools' in a safe and effective manner; and to provide assistance in a variety of other maintenance functions on the district site. E
Maintain computerized records related to work performed. E
Perform and assist in various semi-skilled and skilled plumbing duties such as cutting, threading, and assembling pipe; repair and maintain various plumbing, heating and air conditioning fixtures. E
Perform and assist in the inspection, servicing, maintenance, and repair of HVAC equipment including air compressors and water boilers; perform preventive maintenance duties including replacing belts and filters. E
Perform and assist in the construction, rebuilding and repairing of District equipment and facilities including various wood and metal structures, equipment and furniture; frame and install walls, partitions, doorways and windows; cut glass and mirrors. E
Lead and perform in the installation and repair of carpeting and other floor coverings; hang draperies; assemble and repair office furniture; move office furniture and equipment. E
Lead and perform in the repair, adjust, and change keyed and combination locks; install new locks and hardware; repair and re-key lock cylinders. E
Lead and perform in a variety of painting needs; create paint schedules; prepare surfaces for painting; paint surfaces; install, remove, repair, and replace of drywall; apply texture. E
Perform and assist in the diagnosis of electrical needs and problems; perform electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation, and alteration of electrical equipment and wiring systems. E
Operate a variety of hand and power tools including an electric saw, planer, drill press, hand drill, grinder, drain auger, welder, rollers, spray equipment, table saw, and a compressor; operate heavy equipment including a dump truck, backhoe, and forklift. E
Drive a vehicle to various locations to pick up and deliver various supplies, materials and equipment and to perform maintenance work; load and unload trucks. E
Inspect and monitor the fire sprinkler system. Assist in the maintenance of the natural gas system. Respond to emergency service requests.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and four years of increasingly responsible building maintenance experience.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment physical assessment.
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.

Knowledge & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Methods, tools, and materials used in the repair and maintenance of buildings and related equipment. Basic principles of heating and air conditioning systems.
Maintenance and repair of plumbing systems.
Shop math applicable to the building trades.
Health and safety regulations.
Oral and written communication skills.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Applicable building codes, ordinances, fire regulations, and safety precautions.
Operation and use of hand and power tools and equipment.
Requirements of maintaining buildings and facilities in good repair.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Operation of a computer terminal.
ABILITY TO:
Perform a wide variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Assist skilled personnel in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Safely operate a vehicle and a wide variety of power equipment and hand tools related to the building trades.
Apply and explain applicable building codes, ordinances, fire regulations, and safety precautions. Work from blueprints, shop drawings, and sketches.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work cooperatively with others.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Maintain routine records related to work performed.
Operate a computer terminal.

SALARY RANGE$4,895.85 - $6,917.70 monthlyMaximum Starting Salary: $5,143.70 monthly
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONSFirst Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by November 18, 2026 at 11:59pm, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.

Important Instructions & Additional Information

Complete applications received by the "assured consideration date" above are guaranteed to be reviewed by Human Resources. If you apply after this date, there is no guarantee that your application will be reviewed. However, we still recommend that you apply because recruitments remain open until filled. The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits and/or repost or restart recruitments at any point.

For all positions, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, shall be considered a core system competency and job requirement. (5 CCR 53022)

Required Application Materials

Candidates may be required to submit any of the following materials based on the specific role. Please review the job posting and the attachments section of your application to confirm which documents are required for your submission:

Completed Online Application
Current resume
Letter of interest (Cover Letter)
Copy of legible transcripts
Copy of Driver's License

Important Privacy Notice: Applicants are responsible for redacting or removing all sensitive personal information from all uploaded documents prior to submission. Please remove Social Security Numbers, Dates of Birth, and Applicant Photos.

References

Professional reference information will be confirmed and required upon invite to second level interview, if applicable.

Equivalency for Minimum Qualifications

Applicants for faculty and educational administrator positions in California Community Colleges are required to meet certain minimum qualifications as provided by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office and detailed in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you may still be eligible by completing the KernCCD Application for Equivalence process. Please see our Faculty Equivalency Process website for more information.

International or Foreign Degrees

Applicants with international or foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Accommodations

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (For more information, see our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunities website.)

Discrimination Free Work Environment

Discrimination based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation of any person, military and veteran status, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics is illegal and violates Kern Community College District policy.

The Kern CCD Equal Employment Opportunity Plan guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of the District's efforts to foster equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.

See our Discrimination-Free Work Environment webpage for more information.

Work Authorization

Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

E-Verify

The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit e-verify.gov.

Helpful Links

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Faculty Minimum Qualifications/Equivalency Process

All applicants must apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kccd/jobs/5540080/maintenance-worker-ii-ridgecrest. Emails will not be accepted.

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