Maintenance Specialist

Salary: $134,950.40 - $164,028.80 Annually
Location : Plant 1 - 10844 Ellis Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 6
Department: Operations & Maintenance
Division: Maintenance Support Services
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/16/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Description


What do you value in your next job?


At the Orange County Sanitation District our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we'd love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.


Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect
We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service.


Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving
We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.


Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability
We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders.


Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning
We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals.


Safety
We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices.


OC San is currently looking to fill the role of a Maintenance Specialist .


Under direction, plans and coordinates corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance projects and work using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); develops and recommends maintenance strategies and procedures based on preventative and predictive maintenance best practices; collaborates with operations and maintenance staff to ensure efficient operations, maintenance and repair work, and equipment reliability through proactive maintenance planning; plans, oversees, administers, and evaluates assigned programs/projects; oversees contracts for regulatory and maintenance services; and performs duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

1. Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in a technical field, business or public administration, maintenance management, or a related field; AND
2. Five (5) years of increasingly responsible work experience in a skilled trade including performing research, analysis, and/or project management.
3. A valid California Class C Driver's License.

In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, OC San will consider a minimum of thirteen (13) years increasingly responsible experience in a skilled trade including performing research, analysis, and project management duties.


Desired:

• Certificates - Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT).
• Knowledge and experience performing or leading electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical maintenance tasks.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office applications and the ability to create database reports.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Experience in scheduling and capital construction process.
• Experience working in planned maintenance environment or experience implementing a planned maintenance program.
• Experience in Maintenance Best Practices.
• Knowledge of plant process and equipment.
• The ability to prepare technical reports, training materials, project documents, and purchase requisitions.
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematic diagrams such as P&ID and single line diagrams.

Recruitment & Selection Process

Vacancies: 1
(an eligible list may be established for future vacancies)
Apply online at:

APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: Thursday, July 16, 2026, 5:00 P.M.
(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)
*Hiring Salary Range (effective July 10, 2026): $134,950.40 - $148,803.20/Annually
(starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications)

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various OC San sites, projects, and/or meetings; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and close to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 35 pounds.
• Mobility to work in changing site conditions; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; to reach, twist, turn, kneel, and bend, to climb and descend ladders.
• Perform moderate to medium physical work; lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 51 pounds, or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Vision to inspect site conditions and work in progress.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
• Field work requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards with exposure to hazardous materials in some site locations.

Environmental Elements

• Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
• Field work with exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, heights, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, biologic and infectious agents, vermin, insects, and parasites, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants.
• Employee may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Disaster Service Workers
All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.


O ther Requirements

• Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered "at-will", are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve "at-will" and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures.
• Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San's pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen.
• Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time.

Other Information
For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position found on our website.


Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification. To ensure your application is accurate and complete, please review the Job Application Guide.


Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OC San's pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

Reference Checks will be conducted by OC San to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OC San are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include:

• Verification/Reference from current and past employers
• Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees.

Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made.


OC San only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Applications submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted.


The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Vacation leave; eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday; sick leave; administrative leave; group life insurance; group disability insurance; group health insurance (employee contribution required), dependent coverage available, including medical, dental, and vision; a retirement* plan (Orange County Employees Retirement System) and the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan as well as other optional benefits. A credit union is available. Telecommuting (up to two days) depending on nature of the work, business need, and management approval. Benefits are subject to the Board of Directors' periodic determination (usually annually) and the meet and confer process, and are therefore subject to change. OC San makes a generous contribution toward the cost of these benefits.

* New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to the retirement benefit formula and provisions set forth by the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA).


For more information on benefits, visit our website at
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PLEASE READ. The information provided on the Supplemental Questions will be used in conjunction with your job application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected. Do not submit a resume in place of completing these Supplemental Questions. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript. Any information you submit may be verified. When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking. I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected. I also understand that I may not submit a resume in lieu of filling out the job application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.

• Yes, I understand.

02


Do you possess a Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education, with major coursework in a technical field, business or public administration, maintenance management, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

03


Which best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• Some high school courses, but did not obtain diploma or GED
• High School or GED
• Some college courses, but did not complete an Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

04


Which best describes your increasingly responsible work experience in a skilled trade including performing research, analysis, and/or project management duties?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year but less than 3 years
• At least 3 years but less than 5 years
• At least 5 years but less than 9 years
• At least 9 years but less than 13 years
• 13 or more years of experience

05


Please describe in detail your relevant work experience in a skilled trade including performing research, analysis, and/or project management duties. If no experience, input N/A.
06


Do you have experience creating database reports and/or schedules?

• Yes
• No

07


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience creating database reports and/or schedules. If you answered "No", input N/A.
08


Do you have experience preparing technical reports, training materials, project documents, and/or purchase requisitions?

• Yes
• No

09


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience preparing technical reports, training materials, project documents, and/or purchase requisitions. If you answered "No", input N/A.
10


Do you have any knowledge or experience performing or leading mechanical, instrumentation, and/or electrical maintenance tasks?

• Yes
• No

11


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge or experience performing or leading mechanical, instrumentation, and/or electrical maintenance tasks. If you answered "No", input N/A.
12


Please indicate the Microsoft Office software you have experience with (check all that apply).

• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• OneNote
• Teams
• No experience with Microsoft Office Software

13


For the Microsoft Office software selected in the previous question, please describe the extent of your experience with each program. If no experience, input N/A.
14


Do you have experience in developing and/or implementing a planned maintenance program?

• Yes
• No

15


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please describe your experience in developing and implementing a planned maintenance program. If you answered "No", input N/A.
16


Describes your experience with MAXIMO, IBM's enterprise management software or any other CMMS software you have used in your current/previous job. If no experience, input N/A.
17


Describe your experience with reading engineering drawings such as P&ID and single line diagrams. If no experience, input N/A.
18


Please check the certification(s) that you currently possess:

• Grade IV Certification (CWEA)
• Grade IV Mechanical Technologist Certification (CWEA)
• Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professional (SMRP)
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT)
• Maintenance Management Certification (MMC)
• Certified Reliability Leader (CRL)
• Not applicable

19


Do you possess a valid California Class C driver's license?

• Yes
• No

20


All OC San employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the OC San requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Click on the radio button below to acknowledge you understand these requirements.

• Yes, I understand.

Required Question