Maintenance Technician

Job Description:

Maintenance Technician

Description

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to help keep Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) buildings and facilities running smoothly. From repairing equipment to assisting with preventative maintenance, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our spaces are safe, functional, and welcoming for everyone who uses them. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in problem-solving, and are ready to contribute to the success of your community, this may be the job for you!

This position requires operating company vehicles; applicants must have a valid driver's license at time of hire and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 90 days of employment. A motor vehicle records check will be completed during the pre-employment background screening.

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
03/30/26
Division:
Library Division
Management Level:
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

Hiring Range: $ 20.98 - $26.23 per hour.

• Performs a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of county buildings, structures, and grounds in accordance with blueprints, manuals, building codes, and industry standards using common, task specific hand and specialized tools, and equipment.
  
• Maintains clean, safe, and orderly sites and service and welcoming for everyone who uses them.
  
• Conducts equipment and mechanical inventory evaluations, repairs and/or replaces building parts as necessary for preventative maintenance and proper building functions.
  
• Assists higher skilled trades personnel with repairs, troubleshooting, and cleanup.
  
• Coordinates and responds to service requests and evaluates and documents maintenance and costs.
  
• Exercises discretion in identifying projects requiring the services of higher skilled trades personnel; assists in obtaining quotes and arranging for services and escort of outside vendors and contractors as needed; annotates and updates work logs for specific site requirements rooms.
  
• Performs masonry, painting and heating and cooling systems repairs and troubleshooting. Performs basic electrical installation and repair work in wiring for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, power circuits and appliances; repairs lighting systems; inspects electrical systems and fixtures for unsafe conditions.
  
• Performs basic rough and finished carpentry work in construction and repair of structures such as partitions, walls, doors, fences, window frames, office furniture, and selves.
  
• Performs basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; opens clogged lines and drains; replaces washers and other minor parts; maintains and monitors septic systems.
  
• Moves and removes furniture in buildings. Sets up various spaces and functions for public and staff. Deliver, move, and remove boxes, supplies, books, and materials.
  
• May use forklift, pallet jacks, manual lifting, and other equipment.
  
• Maintains grounds by conducting projects for grounds and exterior improvement, preventative maintenance, safety, and order. May include partitions, walls, outdoor equipment, furniture, irrigation repair and maintenance, lawn mowing, trimming, weeding, aerating, weed control, seeding, fertilizing, pesticide application and all other outdoor related projects. Replaces furniture, equipment, plants, sets sprinklers, replaces broken sprinkler heads, adjusts automatic time clocks and system pressure, if necessary, maintains grounds maintenance equipment, remove and trims small trees, tree branches and shrubs.
  
• Maintains exterior surfaces, curbs, and parking stops by conducting projects for improvement, preventative maintenance, safety, and order. May include sidewalk, pavement, and curbing maintenance and repair to include of concrete, asphalt, painting.
  
• Performs various administrative tasks by utilizing technology and software to maintain facility notebooks, records, logs, manuals, equipment, inventory, and organizing and properly documenting budget. Provide inventory and cost analysis. Track and tag inventory. Enter data and generate reports from computer-based spreadsheets, databases, and word processing programs. Record service requests and maintenance information on the computer. Communicates via email, phone, and face to face.
  
• Participates in performing snow and ice removal duties when required, including operating snow removal equipment.
  
• Responds to building emergency calls and alarms 24/7 when scheduled and as needed.
  
• Maintain, clean, and operate county vehicles and equipment, including basic preventive maintenance. Maintain and order parts for equipment and janitorial supplies.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives to apply, as we believe a diverse workforce is critical to fostering success and achieving our goals.

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact [email protected] . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.

This union position is represented by AFSCME. Employees hired in this role are part of the bargaining unit and are eligible for union membership under the collective bargaining agreement.

Required-

• High School Diploma or GED.
  
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience.
  
• Motor Vehicle Record check at hire.
  
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certificate may be required within six months.
  
• Colorado Driver's License - at hire.
  
• Motor Vehicle Record check - at hire.
  
• JCPL Forklift verification within six months of hire.
  
• JCPL OSHA 10 certification within one year of hire.
  

Education:
GED, High School Diploma
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum one year

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Category:
Maintenance & Trades