Maintenance Supervisor

Salary : $90,992.16 - $110,857.68 Annually
Location : Santa Monica and/or Malibu, CA
Job Type: PERMANENT, 12-MONTH
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Department: MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: 9/23/2026 4:00 PM Pacific


BASIC FUNCTION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Classified Management Salary Range: M-47
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general direction, plans, assigns, supervises, and inspects the work of maintenance personnel engaged in the construction, repair, and maintenance of District buildings, properties, and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
A high school diploma or recognized equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of journey-level experience in a skilled trade, including one (1) year of lead experience, which may be acquired independently or concurrently with other relevant experience.
Or
Three (3) years of experience coordinating and overseeing maintenance projects, personnel, or contractors in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities, including related responsibilities.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• A valid California Driver License and the availability of private transportation or the ability to obtain transportation between job sites is required.
• Incumbents are required to work flexible work schedules as well as be on-call for emergencies

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

• Supervises, plans, schedules, assigns, and inspects the work of skilled trades and maintenance personnel in the construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings, facilities, and associated infrastructure.
• Establishes and verifies job priorities and determines availability of maintenance personnel to assure that emphasis is kept on high priority work orders and that work is completed in a timely fashion.
• Assures that work performed is in compliance with Building, Health and Safety, and Education Codes and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including Division of the State Architect.
• Determines best methods for completing work and reviews work procedures to assure that proper trade methods are used.
• Prepares rough sketches and diagrams of required work; reads, interprets, instructs, and works from plans, blueprints, sketches, diagrams, drawing, and specifications.
• Assists in defining standards of quality and quantity of work and assures that standards are met.
• Estimates cost of material, equipment, supplies, and labor for routine repairs and maintenance of District buildings, properties, and equipment and recommends necessary expenditures.
• Prepares and submits requisitions, contract packages and other related procurement accounts using best resources and prices for material, equipment, and supplies.
• Inspects job sites prior to commencement of work and coordinates with site administrators to schedule best timing for scheduling work.
• Develop regular preventive maintenance plans and assigns appropriate personnel to perform required work.
• Inspects equipment and tools for safety and assures that assigned personnel use approved safety measures; arranges for necessary repairs and recommends the purchase of machinery and tools to maintain safe and efficient work production.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date inventories of shop equipment, tools, and stock materials and is responsible for their whereabouts.
• Trains, instructs, and evaluates subordinates in the proper performance of assigned duties, safe and efficient work methods, appropriate care and use of equipment and tools, and recommends and assists in the selection of staff training to maintain and improve skills levels of maintenance personnel.
• Responds promptly to maintenance-related emergencies using a district-provided cell phone, both during and outside of regular work hours.
• Manages low-voltage systems, recommends security solutions, and coordinates implementation with Education Technology Services and third-party vendors.
• Works with the Facility Improvement Department on new construction and modernization projects, reviews plans, conducts walkthroughs, develops punch lists, and assumes facility maintenance.
• Serves as a Maintenance Department's representative on the District's emergency response team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

NOTE: The statements listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE:

• Materials, tools, equipment, methods, and terminology used in the building, electrical, and mechanical trades
• Project estimation methods for timeline completion
• Procurement processes for building and mechanical trade materials
• Principles and best practices of supervision
• Health and safety regulations, including those set by the California Division of State Architect (DSA) and Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA)
• Relevant laws, codes, and regulations, including Education, Building, Electrical, and Health and Safety Codes
• Basic record keeping practices

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to Detail - Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Critical Thinking - Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Handling Conflict - Managing interpersonally strained situations
• Managing Performance - Taking responsibility for improving the effectiveness of others
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation - Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Safety Focus - Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Professional & Technical Expertise - Applying technical subject matter to the job
• Project Management - Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives

SUPERVISION AND WORKING CONDITIONS

SUPERVISION:
General direction is received from senior management in Maintenance and Construction and supervision is exercised over operations support staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
The work involves moderate risks or discomforts that require special safety precautions. Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when inspecting facilities, utilities, grounds, and property. Will be temporarily exposed to irritants such as dust. May be exposed to constant or intermittent sounds of a level to cause marked distraction from HVAC units, compressors, or fire alarms. Frequently works in an indoor, climate-controlled environment. Requires frequent travel by car.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work requires some physical exertion. Ascends and descends ladders to access roofs and ceiling crawl spaces. Stands, bends, stoops, and crawls to inspect and evaluate to inspect and evaluate facilities, grounds, and property. Moves to and from various locations in the office or school sites on surfaces that may be inclined, uneven and/or rough to inspect and evaluate facilities, grounds, and property. Detects colors to distinguish wires within panels and equipment. Pushes and pulls aside objects up to 50 lbs. without assistance that are obstructing work areas. Positions self to inspect items and spaces that are underground, ground level, and on rooftops. Uses near visual acuity at 20 inches or less to read plans, specifications, diagrams, and schematics. Uses near visual acuity at 20 inches or less to observe installation, repairs, and maintenance and inspect utilities and property. Uses far visual acuity at 20 feet or more to inspect facilities, grounds, and property. Perceives distances to safely drive agency vehicles and navigate work spaces during inspections. Exchanges information with co-workers and customers regarding work-related matters. Uses hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively to type. Rotates the head right or left from a neutral position to review work materials and inspect worksite.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for an employment opportunity with the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, it is necessary for you to complete an official District Application and Supplemental Questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. The application is part of the examination process and is part of your total evaluation of qualifications for employment.


THE EXAMINATION PROCESS:
For those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process will consist of any one or more of the following: Training and Experience Evaluation, Written Test, Performance Test, and/or Structured Interview. Additional information pertaining to the examination process will be emailed to those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.


EXAMINATION PROTESTS:
Protest of any part of the examination process must be in writing and received in the office of the Director of Classified Personnel no later than five (5) working days from the date you were notified of examination results. All notifications are sent electronically via email. Any protest must include rationale to support the protest and must be based on illegal discrimination, abuse of discretion, or procedure/process error. We are not responsible for any incoming mail that is lost or misdirected after it has been entrusted to the US Postal Service.


ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABLED:
If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these examination procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing at the time you submit your application.


ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY LIST:
This examination process shall be open to all qualified applicants and shall result in one integrated eligibility list. All eligibility lists shall be established in accordance with Personnel Commission rules and shall be established for a period one (1) year, unless otherwise noted, or until there are fewer than three (3) ranks of eligible candidates who are available. Candidates are placed on the eligibility list in rank order according to their final examination score. Final examination scores will not change, but ranking may change as other candidates are added or removed from the list.


ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT:
Generally, new employees start at the first step on the appointed salary schedule. When filling a permanent vacancy, a new employee may request a higher salary placement based on having training and experience that greatly exceeds the minimum qualifications. An employee may submit a formal request for advanced step consideration on or after the first day of employment. Education transcripts, training certificates, and additional references may be requested for verification purposes.

HOW YOU WILL HEAR FROM US:
All correspondence and notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent to the email address you provide. It is your responsibility to review, follow instructions, and respond to information in a timely manner; as if it was a function of your job.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

CLASSIFICATION ESTABLISHED:
September 7, 1993
REVISED:
January 5, 1994
March 10, 2009
November 12, 2014
October 10, 2018
March 12, 2025
Benefits Include:

• PERS (retirement pension)
• 24 paid vacation days per year
• Up to 16 paid holidays per year
• 13 paid sick days per year
• Educational degree stipends
• Longevity stipend

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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: The information you provide on this application will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Please be accurate, truthful, and thorough in your responses as your application is part of the selection process. Referring to your application/resume, listing "see resume", or incomplete responses will NOT qualify as a response to any question and may result in DISQUALIFICATION .Your experience, education, training, and certification must be listed on your application in order to be considered. Any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from this examination process and possible bar from future employment opportunities with Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

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Please read the following statement regarding compensation: New employees start on the first step (Step A) of their classification's salary range. Maintenance Supervisor begins on step A: $90,992.16 per year. On the first day of employment, new employees will be given 60 days to submit a formal request for advanced step placement.Employees who have experience and education that greatly exceed the minimum qualifications may be considered for placement on steps above A. ONLY INFORMATION ON YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE USED TO DETERMINE ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT. Transcripts, certificates, and additional references or materials may be requested for verification purposes.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

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Select the option below that best corresponds with your employment status:

• I am a current employee of SMMUSD
• I am a former employee of SMMUSD
• Neither of the above

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If you are a current or former employee of SMMUSD, please list the year you were hired and your classification title(s).


If you are not a current or former SMMUSD employee, type N/A.
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Select the option below that best describes your highest level of education completed:Please provide proof of your level of education completed by attaching a diploma and/or transcripts with this application for verification purposes.

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree
• None of the above

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Select the option below that best describes the amount of experience you possess performing journey-level duties in a skilled trade .

• No experience in this area
• Some experience, but less than one year
• One year but less than two
• Two years but less than three
• Three years but less than four
• Four years or more

07


Please provide a thorough description of your professional experience performing journey-level duties in a skilled-trade .In addition to your experience, be sure to include the name of the organization(s) in which you gained the experience, dates of employment, and your job title.If you do not have experience in this area, please list "NA." PLEASE NOTE: Your response will be used to evaluate if you meet the minimum qualifications.
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Select the option below that best describes the amount of experience you possess in a supervisory or lead position in a skilled trade .

• No experience in this area
• Some experience but less than one year
• One year but less than two
• Two years but less than three
• Three years but less than four
• Four years or more

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Please provide a thorough description of your professional experience related to a supervisory or lead position in a skilled-trade. In addition to your experience, be sure to include the name of the organization(s) in which you gained the experience, dates of employment, and your job title.If you do not have experience in this area, please list "NA." PLEASE NOTE: Your response will be used to evaluate if you meet the minimum qualifications.
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Select the option below that best describes the amount of experience you possess performing duties related to coordinating and overseeing maintenance projects, personnel, or contractors in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities, including related responsibilities .

• No experience in this area
• Some experience but less than one year
• One year but less than two
• Two years but less than three
• Three years but less than four
• Four years or more

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Please provide a thorough description of your professional experience related to coordinating and overseeing maintenance projects, personnel, or contractors in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities, including related responsibilities .In addition to your experience, be sure to include the name of the organization(s) in which you gained the experience, dates of employment, and your job title.If you do not have experience in this area, please list "NA." PLEASE NOTE: Your response will be used to evaluate if you meet the minimum qualifications.
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Maintenance Supervisors are required to work flexible work schedules as well as be on-call for emergencies.

• Yes, I am interested in the Maintenance Supervisor assignment, understanding that the position requires flexible work schedules and being on-call for emergencies.
• No, I am not interested in this assignment.

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LICENSE: Do you currently possess a valid Class C California Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question