MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2026 through 11:59 pm, Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under direction, plans and supervises the maintenance of mechanical systems and associated controls in City facilities and building complexes; plans, supervises, and/or performs the installation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and electrical systems; ensures that systems and associated controls constructed and maintained for the City under private contract conform to specifications ensures that building complexes and appurtenances are appropriately maintained; prepares or assists in the preparation of contract specifications for the alteration, repair, or maintenance of building complex facilities, develops and maintains safe working practices and enforces strict conformance to safety regulations; selects, trains, assigns, and valuates, the work of assigned personnel, such as heating, air conditioning, ventilation technicians (HVAC), plumbers, electricians or other related personnel; maintains records and prepares reports; may assist in the development and management of a budget; monitors and coordinates related services/vendor contracts i.e. fire & alarm monitoring systems, elevators and code/regulatory compliance tasks; performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet Option A or Option B:

Option A: Four years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the maintenance, repair, installation, and operation of mechanical systems, electrical systems, storm water pump station controls, associated motor and monitoring controls or installation and maintenance of heating, air conditioning, ventilation or refrigeration equipment.

OR

Option B: Two years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the supervision of staff performing the maintenance, repair, installation, and operation of mechanical systems, electrical systems, storm water pump station controls, associated motor and monitoring controls or installation and maintenance of heating, air conditioning, ventilation or refrigeration equipment.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to use a computer, including knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office or other related software.

Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings, weekends, overtime, holidays, and respond to emergency callbacks.

Willingness to respond to emergency calls within a thirty-minute timeframe and may be required to serve on a rotating emergency callout list.

A valid driver's license and a current DMV record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) certified; possession of a Building Operator's Certificate; Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) certification. Experience working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Experience working with building automation (Lighting or mechanical controls, and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA).

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application.......................................Qualifying

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran’s Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by April 10, 2026, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list.

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences .

If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. L21NN-26 MS:TM HR 04/01/2026

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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