Facilities Maintenance Technician III

Salary: $53,404.00 - $66,755.00 Annually
Location : 11000 N. La Canada Drive, Oro Valley, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 26/27 - 00025-FMMIII
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


POSITION SUMMARY
First review of applications on September 25, 2026
Starting Salary Depending on Experience and Qualifications
We are accepting applications for Facility Maintenance Technician I, II, and III . Only one vacancy exists and will be filled at the appropriate classification level based on the successful candidate's qualifications, experience, and ability to meet the minimum requirements of the position.
Under minimal supervision, employees holding this position performs independent, higher-level inspection, maintenance, and repairs on Town facilities through performing a variety of maintenance and repair duties involving heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical work, carpentry, plumbing and painting to maintain Town facilities.

This position differs from the Facility Maintenance Technician II position in the classification series by performing the highest level of difficult, complex, and irregular tasks and may lead and/or advise lower-level technicians in the absence of the supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs the job functions detailed in the Facilities Maintenance Technician I and II job descriptions.
• Oversees Facility Maintenance operations in the absence of the Facility Maintenance Supervisor.
• Performs complex repairs, preventative maintenance and system upgrades/installations.
• Prepares estimates of required materials and develops strategies and plans to execute in-depth maintenance projects.
• Management of small, outsourced facility repair projects.
• Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs on low- and high-voltage electrical and plumbing systems.
• Oversees and coordinates the work of outside contractors to ensure compliance with Town standards.
• Offers technical guidance and support to others.
• Assists Supervisor in refining and improving the facility Preventative Maintenance program.
• Assists in budgeting, inventory management, procurement and reviewing contractor bids, when needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of facilities, maintenance and repair methods and techniques.
• Proficient in project planning and compliance with building codes.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, Town and Department policies, procedures and safety practices.
• Ability to maintain records and perform mathematical computations.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to utilize diagnostic and special equipment to identify faults.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety procedures related to maintenance activities and use of maintenance tools.
• Ability to advise and mentor other technicians.
• Knowledge of all building systems, their operation and municipal infrastructure.
• Skill in troubleshooting advanced building systems and diagnostics.
• Skill in testing facility systems functions.
• Skill in fabrication and welding.
• Skill in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and documents.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office, with an emphasis in Excel and Word.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in multiple trades.
• Five (5) years' experience in facilities maintenance including plumbing, painting, carpentry, electrical, HVAC or closely related work.
• Must possess a valid Class D Arizona driver license upon the first day of employment.
• Must complete Falls Protection Training and CJIS Safety and Awareness training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

REQUIRED TRAINING OR CERTIFICATION (Completed prior to promotion or within six months of date of hire)

• All required training courses of Facility Maintenance Technician I and II.
• Train the Trainer for Powered Industrial Truck.
• Advanced Commercial Electricity
• Inventory Control for Maintenance
• Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
• EPA Section 608 Technician (HVAC) License
• Predictive Maintenance and Condition Monitoring
• Five preferred training courses or certifications listed below.

PREFERRED TRAINING OR CERTIFICATIONS: ( Specific training to be determined by the supervisor and completed prior to promotion or within six months of date of hire).

• Generators and Emergency Power Systems
• Chilled Water Systems
• Understanding and Troubleshooting Hydraulics
• Pump Repair and Maintenance Understanding and Troubleshooting Motor Control Circuits
• Plumbing and Pipefitting for Plants and Buildings
• High Voltage Electrical Safety
• Electrical Drawings, Schematics and Diagrams
• Forklift Certification
• National Electrical Code
• Variable frequency Drives

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Exposure to noise, dust, fumes, gases, and chemicals related to facility maintenance.
• Work is performed primarily in, on, and around facility structures. Field or outside work may expose employees to the following:
  1. Ambient weather and temperature conditions.
  2. Heights
  3. Various work surfaces that may be unimproved, slippery, uneven, and rough.
• Must be willing to work alternate shift arrangements as required per Town's "on call" procedures.
• Work may be performed at various locations.
• Must be able to climb steps and ladders, bend, stoop, push, pull, and lift up over forty (40) pounds.
• Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position.
• Must be willing to work overtime as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lift and carry 40 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl.
• Lay on side, back, or stomach.
• Work overhead.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass an Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check and screening by the Oro Valley Police Department.

The Town of Oro Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The Town does not discriminate in the provision of employment opportunities, benefits or privileges; create discriminatory work conditions; or use discriminatory evaluative standards in employment if the basis of that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, the person's race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or marital status.
Why Apply

Oro Valley is a planned community cradled in the shadows of the magnificent Santa Catalina Mountains, with hiking trails through Catalina State Park, hiking and bicycle trails throughout the Town, world-class golf courses, horseback riding and a long-valued cultural tradition, vibrant for over a thousand years. Oro Valley has received many accolades through the years and is proud to have been named: Best Places to Live in Arizona, Best Towns for Families and Best Places in America to Live and Launch a Small Business.


Oro Valley is located in northern Pima County, just three miles north of Tucson, and a quick drive to the University of Arizona and Tucson International Airport. With average high temperatures of 83.4 degrees, average lows of 53.8 degrees, the town sits at an elevation of 2,640 feet, covers more than 34 square miles and has a current population of 41,011. Oro Valley was incorporated in April, 1974. Oro Valley is also quickly developing a strong reputation as home to the emerging bioscience and biotech industries. We are a young, diverse, dynamic community with a responsive government and our schools are among the finest in Arizona.
The Town of Oro Valley has a council/manager form of government. Six council members and the mayor are elected for four-year terms. The town manager is appointed by town council. The Town of Oro Valley provides high-quality services including: police, planning, zoning, construction, inspection, transit services, traffic engineering, street maintenance, storm water management, flood control, water utility, parks, recreation, aquatics, library, cultural resources, economic development, constituent services, community and media relations, budget development, debt and investment management, attorney services, magistrate court and more.
Town of Oro Valley currently has a benefits program that is currently offered to employees of the Town who work 20 or more hours per week on a regular basis. (Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week may qualify for participation in the individual plans, dependent upon the specific terms of coverage.) Please click on the following link to get a full description of all the benefits that the Town of Oro Valley offers.
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Do you have an Associate's degree in multiple trades? Please explain. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have five (5) years' experience in facilities maintenance including plumbing, painting, carpentry, electrical, HVAC or closely related work. Please explain.
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Please list any trainings or certifications that you possess.
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Do you understand and agree, that you will need to complete the required and preferred trainings or certifications within 6 months of hire date?

• Yes
• No

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You must pass an Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check and screening by the Oro Valley Police Department. Do you agree?

• Yes
• No

Required Question