Facilities Crew Lead II: Maintenance & Safety Leader

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting hourly rate

Total rewards including health and PER

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Crew Lead II to oversee facility cleanliness, repairs, safety, and grounds maintenance. You will lead a team, mentor staff, and ensure operations support a safe learning environment.

The role requires hands-on supervision, readiness for emergencies, and weekend/holiday availability. DPS emphasizes equity and educational excellence while maintaining a well-kept, safe campus for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience preferred.
• Pass a reading test administered by Denver Public Schools.
• Successfully complete and pass a paid housekeeping course (20 hour course over 5 days).
• Previous leadership experience preferred. Completion of District assigned specific training.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and coordinate cleanliness, repair, maintenance and safety of the facility, systems and grounds.
• Lead, motivate, mentor and guide others towards goals.
• Service, sanitize, clean and supply facility and grounds including restrooms and floors.
• Remove graffiti and repaint surfaces as needed; operate chemicals and equipment safely.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure systems run smoothly.
• May perform pool repair and monitor District swimming pools and test water chemistry.
• Diagnose problems and escalate issues to ensure positive outcomes.
• Identify inefficiencies and propose process improvements.
• Check facility security by locking doors/windows and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Leadership

Facility maintenance

Supervision

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Denver Public Schools is seeking a Crew Lead II to oversee facility cleanliness, repairs, safety, and grounds maintenance. You will lead a team, mentor staff, and ensure operations support a safe learning environment.

The role requires hands-on supervision, readiness for emergencies, and weekend/holiday availability. DPS emphasizes equity and educational excellence while maintaining a well-kept, safe campus for students and staff.