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City of Long Beach MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR in Long Beach, California
MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR
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MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR
Salary
$36.16 - $49.14 Hourly
Location
City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type
Classified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number
L21AN-26
Department
Multiple Departments - (CL)
Opening Date
04/01/2026
Closing Date
4/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
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).
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INSTRUCTIONS:The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Resumes should be attached, but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application, supplemental questionnaire, and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline. Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email hr-talentacquisition@longbeach.gov and include MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR in the subject line .Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?
Yes
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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:Applicants must meet the following options to qualify:Option A:Four (4) 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.OROption B:Two (2) 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. Indicate under which option you qualify for Mechanical Supervisor.
Option A: Four (4) 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.
Option B: Two (2) 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.
I do not qualify based on the options listed above. I understand that selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.
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Option A: Four (4) 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 (2) 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. Please indicate how much experience you have.
0-12 months
13-23 months
24-36 months
36-48 months
49 months or more
No paid experience
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If applying under Option A:Describe your four (4) 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.
To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements.Do not copy and paste your resume1) Employer(s) Name 2) Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Total average hours per week 5) Duties performed for the position held
Your responseMUSTbe complete to receive credit for this experience.Incomplete responsesWILL NOT receive credit.If you do not have any related experience or applying under Option B, typeN/A.
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If applying under Option B:Describe your two (2) 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.
To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements.Do not copy and paste your resume1) Employer(s) Name 2) Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Total average hours per week 5) Duties performed for the position held
Your responseMUSTbe complete to receive credit for this experience.Incomplete responsesWILL NOT receive credit.If you do not have any related experience or applying under Option A, typeN/A.
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (Optional):Check which of the following you possess, if any: You may check more than one.
Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) certified
Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) certification
Possession of a Building Operator's Certificate
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)
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:By answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. Proofs for this position may include: college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.
For information on evaluation services:Education Evaluation Services (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/jobs/media-library/documents/education-evaluation-services)
Yes
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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR, NeoGov Job Number: L21NN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link:Local Hiring Preferences (https://forms.longbeach.gov/Forms/LocalHiringPreferences )
and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: L21NN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visitHiring Preferences (http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ )
. Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:
I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.
I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me. I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.
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By answering "yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Talent Acquisition Division at (562) 570-7008.
Yes
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By answering "yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that:1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; and 2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. I understand and acknowledge the aforementioned statement.
Yes
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Employer
City of Long Beach
Department
Multiple Departments - (CL)
Address
Human Resources Department
411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl
Long Beach, California, 90802
Phone
(562) 570-6202
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach
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