Facilities Maintenance Technician

Lava Island; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lava Island is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to ensure routine maintenance and urgent repairs across three locations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience, a problem-solving mindset, and a strong attention to detail. Join us to play a crucial role in creating safe and enjoyable experiences for families.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health benefits (vision and dental)

Mileage reimbursement

Employee perks

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience in general maintenance or facility operations.
• Comfortable performing light plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and painting repairs.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen, and have a clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Handling routine maintenance, urgent repairs, and facility upkeep across multiple locations.
• Performing light repairs to kitchen equipment, HVAC units, and facility equipment.
• Traveling between parks and providing after-hours support as needed.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Attention to Detail

Job description

Welcome to Lava Island!

Lava Island is more than a destination—it’s a world of color, energy, and adventure. Kids bounce across trampolines, dive into foam pits, and disappear into jungle gyms that stretch like secret passageways. Towering slides send laughter soaring, the café buzzes with families sharing pizza and funnel fries, and birthday songs echo from every corner. It’s the kind of place where memories happen without warning—and where kids and parents alike feel like they’ve stepped into something magical.

That energy carries into what it’s like to work here.

• We’re ALL IN for our guests and for each other.
• We work BETTER TOGETHER, lifting as a team.
• We show up asDAY MAKERS, creating joy in the small moments.
• And weRAISE THE BARby doing the little things with purpose.
  

Working at Lava Island means being part of something bigger—where your effort helps shape the kind of day families will talk about long after they leave.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

There’s something rewarding about being the one who keeps everything running. At Lava Island, the magic families feel on the floor depends on the behind-the-scenes work you do every day. When the lights turn on, the kitchen equipment heats up, and the slides are safe and ready—it’s because of you. You’ll see the impact of your work right away, and you’ll be part of a company that values care, consistency, and doing the little things well.

• Be a go-to problem solver who keeps the parks running smoothly
• Use your hands-on skills to make an immediate impact
• Enjoy the variety of working across three unique locations
• Be part of a fun, high-energy environment built around families and teamwork
• Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits (including vision and dental), mileage reimbursement and employee perks
  
  

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in daily operations by handling routine maintenance, urgent repairs, and facility upkeep across three Lava Island locations. Whether it’s troubleshooting a fryer, coordinating an HVAC vendor, or patching up a play structure, you’ll be the one we count on to keep things running safely and smoothly.

Your responsibilities may include

• Reviewing daily and weekly inspection checklists and ensuring resolution of reported issues
• Performing light repairs to commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC units, and facility equipment (padding, nets, mats, etc.)
• Handling minor plumbing, electrical, and painting tasks
• Scheduling and overseeing subcontractors for more advanced repairs
• Conducting regular walkthroughs to ensure safety and operational readiness
• Logging and tracking maintenance tasks in our digital system (e.g., Xenia)
• Traveling between parks using your personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
• Providing after-hours or urgent support as needed

Are You the Right Fit?

• Hands-On Problem Solver – You don’t just spot issues—you fix them. You stay calm under pressure and take pride in getting things done right the first time.
• Strong Follow-Through – You’re highly organized, dependable, and don’t leave loose ends. You make a plan and follow it through to resolution.
• Clear Communicator – You keep your team in the loop and give updates with clarity and confidence. You know when to escalate and when to handle it yourself.
• Eye for Detail – You notice when something’s off before anyone else does—and jump in to fix it before it becomes a problem.
• Self-Motivated & Reliable – You can manage your own time, prioritize what matters, and stay focused without needing constant direction.
• Guest-Ready Mentality – Even though your work is behind the scenes, you know it shapes the entire guest experience—and you take that seriously.

Bonus Skills: Experience in restaurants, entertainment, or hospitality.

What You’ll Need

• Maintenance Experience – 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in general maintenance or facility operations, ideally in a multi-site or fast-paced setting.
• Technical Skills – Comfortable performing light plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and painting repairs with confidence and efficiency.
• Tech Savvy – Able to use email, mobile tools, and work order tracking systems to log and manage maintenance tasks.
• Transportation & Travel – Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable personal transportation, and be willing to travel regularly between park locations (mileage reimbursed).
• Availability & Flexibility – Must be available for occasional weekend, evening, or on-call support to handle urgent issues or time-sensitive repairs across park locations.
• Physical Stamina – Able to stand, walk, and stay active for long periods in a physically demanding environment. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and safely crawl or kneel to access equipment and tight spaces.
• Screening Requirements – Must pass a background check, drug screen, and have a clean motor vehicle record (MVR) to ensure a safe and reliable work environment for guests and team members.

If you're energetic, hardworking, and ready to make a difference, we can’t wait to meet you!