Building Services Technician

Job TitleDevelopment Services TechnicianJob DescriptionSALARY: $31.70 - $38.62 / HourOPENING DATE: 08/18/26CLOSING DATE: 09/1/26 At 1 PM Pacific TimeTHE POSITION: Under supervision, performs duties within the Planning or Building Division of the Development Services Department requiring an understanding of land use and economic development and/or building activities; performs other work as required.Representative DutiesThe following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting Essential Duties: For a full job description, please click here.Minimum QualificationsApplications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application, resume, & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:Graduation from high school or GED program;Two (2) years of college with course work emphasis in planning or a related field preferred; ANDTwo (2) years' experience in planning or public administration with an emphasis in building construction, architecture, or engineering relating to the permitting, processing, or reviewing of building plans and specification, code enforcement or zoning compliance; ORAn equivalent combination of training, education, and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's licenseExamination (Weighted: 100%)ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): September 10, 2026 (Tentative)An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.BenefitsFull Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:Blue & White Miscellaneous UnitFire Safety UnitPolice Safety UnitPolice Trainee UnitSupervisory & Management UnitINSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb Employee Benefits page for detailed information (rates and plan information). RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.Contact InformationCity of Bakersfield1600 Truxtun AvenueBakersfield, California, 93301(661) View email address on click.appcast.io