Facilities Maintenance Technician I, Colorado Mountain College

Colorado Mountain College; Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale (CO, CO, CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Colorado Mountain College in Aspen, CO seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician I responsible for preventive maintenance, repair, and custodial tasks around facilities and grounds. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this entry to semi-skilled role supports Aspen, Carbondale, and Basalt locations, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

Candidates should have an Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience, relevant trade training, and a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Education/experience sufficient for the rigors of the position.
• Professional training in the maintenance field desired.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general preventive maintenance, repair, and custodian tasks around facilities and grounds.
• Support entry level to semi-skilled maintenance duties at multiple CMC locations.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Refrigeration

Locksmith

Masonry

Painting

Carpentry

Auto mechanics

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s Degree

High School/GED

Job description

Primary Responsibility

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Facilities Maintenance Technician I is responsible for performing a variety of duties in the areas of general preventive maintenance, repair, and custodian functions in and around the facilities or grounds, using a variety of equipment.

The Facilities Maintenance Technician I generally performs entry level to semi-skilled tasks and duties.

This position supports Aspen, Carbondale, and Basalt CMC locations.

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)

Education and experience sufficient for the rigors of the position. Examples may include an Associate’s Degree and two years related experience, High School/GED and three years related experience, or equivalent education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to perform the functions of the position.

Professional training and certifications in the maintenance field desired.

Knowledge, special skills or abilities applicable to this position: experience with electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, locksmith, masonry, painting, carpentry, and/or auto mechanics. Working knowledge of current technology used in facilities maintenance systems, general office equipment and technology, as well as custodial experience is essential. Valid Colorado driver’s license is required.

Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Colorado Mountain College requires that employees perform their assigned duties within the State of Colorado. The College further expects employees to accurately report their work location at all times. Failure to do so impairs the College’s ability to ensure compliance with tax, payroll, employment, information security, and operational requirements.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Hiring range = $50,065.60 – $55,598.40 ($24.07 – $26.73 hourly) annual salary depending upon a combination of education and experience. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Pet insurance, retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement, annual & sick time, mental health resources, healthy lifestyle benefits, affordable transitional housing may be available to the successful candidate based on eligibility and availability, relocation if applicable. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Position anticipated to close on November 20, 2026 or until filled.