Building Maintenance Worker

Positions exist in Plant Operations. Under supervision, to do a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks in installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of equipment, fixtures, buildings and building facilities. Maintain the safety of persons and property. Knowledge of common methods, practices, and materials used in maintenance and repair work, and their proper employment and care. Follows directions, prepares reports of work done, requisitions supplies, reads and writes at a level appropriate to the classification. The information contained in this duty statement is designed to outline the essential duties and essential tasks,however, other duties not contained in this duty statement may be required consistent with the operational needs of the facility and the Job Specifications for this classification.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three (3) percent in exchange for five (5) hours per month of the Personal Leave.


CalHR is currently administering a continuous file examination for this classification. To take the examination and obtain list eligibility, please click the following link to take the online exam or copy and paste the link into your web browser:

If you are using list eligibility from an online exam to qualify for this position, you MUST include with your application any documentation (i.e., copy of transcript, degree, license, etc.) to verify meeting the MQ's or you may NOT be considered for the position.

The MQs will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined that an applicant does not meet the MQs of the classification, the applicant may not be considered and withheld from the eligible list.


Temporary state housing may be available for those relocating to fill hard to recruit positions. Housing assignments and rates will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.


Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.


Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.


This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

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Working Conditions


TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Incumbents will be exposed to all Clinical and Support services areas of the facility. Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens and other conditions common to a clinical nursing environment. Ongoing interaction with personnel and the public. This position requires problem solving skills and ability to communicate effectively. Requires working with all levels of personnel within the orgainzation while maintaining effective communication to meet objectives.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Essential physical requirements include the following: requires correct vision and hearing to normal range. Requires finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement. Involves lifting of up to 50 pounds alone. Lifting may often be combined with pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, squatting, grabbing, carrying, kneeling, twisting, and reaching at or above, shoulder level. Includes bending and twisting, sitting, standing, and walking most of the time, with, or working on, irregular surfaces and periodically requires extraordinary physical activity. Overtime may be required to ensure the operational needs of the facility are met. Works around electrical equipment thoughout the facility.

WORK LOCATION AND TIMES : Porterville Developmental Center, Plant Operations Department. Works an assigned shift/schedule as assigned by the designated supervisor. Overtime, weekend and holiday work may be required. Work assignment may be subject to call back based on the operational needs of PDC. Porterville Developmental Center Plant operations departments core business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Lunch is 1200-1230 hours.


Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-530600


Position #(s):
472-264-6215-001

Working Title:
Building Maintenance Worker


Classification:
BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER $4,292.00 - $5,145.00 A
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.


# of Positions:
1


Work Location:
Tulare County


Telework:
In Office


Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time


Department Information
The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.


These disabilities include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions. Services are provided through state-operated developmental centers and community facilities, and contracts with 21 nonprofit regional centers. The regional centers serve as a local resource to help find and access the services and supports available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

Porterville Developmental Center can be contacted at:


Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Exams
P.O. Box 2000
Porterville, CA 93258
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Contact Evangelina Valle, or Laura Medina Jimenez, or Monica Rodriguez for questions specific to the essential functions of the position only.


Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.

Submit a completed standard state application (STD. 678) by the final filing date. Applications submitted for vacancies must include the Position Title and Position Number in the Job Title Section and MUST be signed and dated. Applicants should indicate on their application, in the job title section, the type of eligibility they currently possess and which qualifies them to apply at this time. In the "Employment History" section of the application you must list your current employment history by providing the To and From dates with the month, day and year, the hours per week that you worked, which should be a whole number and not a range and the Total Worked (years/months). You must complete the Duties Performed section on the application. Applications with "see resume" are not acceptable. Applications received without all of this information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process. Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their surplus letter. Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Personnel Office at the Porterville Developmental Center or completed and downloaded from the website indicated below. NOTE: All appointments are subject to State Restriction of Appointment (SROA), Departmental Restriction of Appointment (DROA), and Re-employment List procedures, pre-employment physical and fingerprint clearances. Further Information on the definition of the above may be found on the California State Department of Human Resources website at .


Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/14/2026
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).


How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:


Address for Mailing Application Packages


You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:


Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Attn: HR/Recruitment and Examinations
P.O. Box 2000


Porterville , CA 93258


Address for Drop-Off Application Packages


You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:


Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Examinations
Porterville Developmental Center
26501 Ave 140
Porterville , CA 93257
Administration Building, Room 64 (office is non operational on weekends and holidays)
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM


Required Application Package Documents


The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.


Benefits
As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.


Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:


California State Employee Benefits Summary


CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 20 26



Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Human Resources Contact:
Monica Rodriguez
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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Kerrie Sawyer
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Confidential Information


Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.


Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.


Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.


Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.


It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.