Facilities Technician

Urban Land Conservancy; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Urban Land Conservancy is seeking a Facilities Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair its nonprofit property portfolio. You will work closely with the Facilities/Sustainability Manager and Assets Team to keep buildings safe, functional, and aligned with ULC’s sustainability goals.

Responsibilities include inspections, work-order management, basic repairs across building systems, and coordination with third-party contractors. This is a full-time, on-site role in the Denver area.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years hands-on experience in facilities maintenance or building trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry).
• Nonprofit sector, community development, or social justice experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under company policy.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building and property inspections and track results.
• Respond to and close work orders; assist with preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with Facilities/Sustainability Manager and Assets Team.
• Oversee vendor coordination for specialized repairs and inspections.
• Provide on-call support for after-hours emergencies.
• Support office and event logistics; assist with setups.
• Travel between Denver properties as needed.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Building trades

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Yardi Facility Manager

Yardi Voyager

Job description

• Reports to: Director of Property Operations
• FTE: Full Time, 37.5 hrs/wk
• FLSA Designation: Nonexempt – Hourly

SUMMARY

As a member of Urban Land Conservancy’s Assets Team, the Facilities Technician supports the inspection, maintenance, repair, and care of ULC’s managed commercial property portfolio. This position performs hands‑on facilities work, coordinates with team members and vendors, and helps ensure that ULC properties remain safe, functional, welcoming, and aligned with ULC’s commitment to sustainability and community-serving real estate.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Facilities Technician is responsible for completing routine inspections, responding to work orders, performing basic repairs, supporting preventative maintenance, and communicating property needs to the Facilities/Sustainability Manager and Assets Team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Property Inspections

• Perform regular, thorough building and property inspections using the established checklist for each location.
• Use Yardi Facility Manager software or mobile applications to track inspection progress and completion.
• Identify issues and create work orders through the maintenance software.
• Submit regular updates to the Facilities & Sustainability Manager outlining inspections completed, issues identified, and follow‑up actions taken.

Maintenance & Repairs

• Trades & General Repairs: Perform routine hands‑on repairs across building trades, including basic plumbing, HVAC maintenance (filters/adjustments), light fixture replacements, touch‑up painting, drywall patch/repair, and graffiti removal.
• Internal Office & Event Support: Provide ongoing operational support for ULC operations, events, and staff, including assembling/moving office furniture, mounting artwork, whiteboards, and fixtures, reconfiguring office layouts, and managing physical setup/breakdown for meetings and events.
• Exterior & Grounds Care: Maintain property curb appeal and safety through routine debris/litter removal, power washing walkways and parking areas, and performing minor landscape, tree, and shrub trimming.
• Vendor, Project & System Oversight: Assist the Facilities & Sustainability Manager in coordinating third‑party contractors for specialized repairs or annual inspections, supporting oversight on capital/renovation projects, and ensuring building systems run at peak efficiency.
• Support ULC staff and the Assets Team by communicating work order status, inspection findings, vendor needs, and project progress in a timely and professional manner.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation for answering and responding to after‑hours emergency calls
• Participate in Assets Team meetings and lead discussions or updates as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

A successful candidate will demonstrate competency in the following through education, work history, or life experience:

• Facilities and Building Systems Knowledge: Working knowledge of building construction, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and related terminology, with the ability to identify issues, troubleshoot basic problems, and determine when vendor support is needed.
• Hands‑On Maintenance Skills: Skilled in safe use of hand and power tools and able to complete basic construction, carpentry, painting, drywall, plumbing, lighting, landscaping, cleaning, and general facilities maintenance tasks.
• Preventive Maintenance and Work Order Management: Ability to understand, maintain, and prioritize preventive maintenance schedules; document inspections and repairs; enter accurate updates; and use technology, mobile applications, and work order systems such as Yardi/Voyager.
• Organization and Prioritization: Ability to organize daily work, manage competing priorities, distinguish urgent needs from routine tasks, maintain ULC‑owned shop areas and equipment, and follow through on assignments with attention to detail.
• Communication and Collaboration: Communicates clearly and professionally with staff, tenants, vendors, and team members in multiple settings, including written updates, verbal communication, meetings, and emergency response situations.
• Professionalism, Dependability, and Adaptability: Demonstrates reliability, sound judgment, flexibility, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team while adapting to changing priorities and following written and verbal instructions.
• Safety and Risk Awareness: Maintains safe work practices, understands basic site safety expectations, uses tools and equipment appropriately, and operates a company‑provided vehicle in accordance with ULC policies and insurance requirements.
• Digital Proficiency: Advanced ability to leverage essential software platforms, including Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and Yardi Facility Manager and other property management software.
• Commitment to ULC’s Mission and Values: Demonstrates alignment with ULC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, anti‑racism, environmental stewardship, sustainability, and community‑serving real estate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Primarily active, physical work: Frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and work overhead or in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Lifting & Carrying: Frequently lifts, carries, pushes, or pulls equipment, materials, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 75–100 pounds with assistance or heavy lifting equipment.
• Manual Dexterity & Tool Use: Must possess the physical capability and hand‑eye coordination to safely operate hand tools, power tools, power washers, landscaping tools, and mechanical maintenance equipment.
• Visual & Sensory Acuity: Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to inspect building conditions, perform detailed electrical/plumbing repairs, and read equipment schematics.
• Travel & Mobility: Frequent driving between properties within the Denver Metro area. Must maintain a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and the physical capability to operate a company vehicle.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Active Property & Field Setting: The majority of work is performed across commercial property sites, building interiors, mechanical rooms, rooftops, construction zones, and outdoor property grounds in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, precipitation).
• Potential hazards: May occasionally encounter moving mechanical parts, electrical hazards, heights, and potentially hazardous materials during site visits. Appropriate safety precautions and training will be provided.
• Noise levels: Noise levels can vary from quiet office environments to high noise levels during site visits or construction activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

A combination of education and experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including those who have gained relevant skills through non‑traditional pathways such as on‑the‑job training, self‑study, or community involvement.

REQUIRED:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Experience:

• Two (2) to three (3) years of hands‑on experience in facilities maintenance, commercial property repair, or building trades (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry).
• Experience with the nonprofit sector, community development, or social justice is preferred.

Other: Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under ULC’s auto insurance policy, ability to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

ULC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to attract and retain talented professionals.

Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $31.25 – $37.50 per hour, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated skills.

Work Schedule: This is a full‑time, 37.5‑hour per week position with options for flexible or alternative work schedules, subject to operational needs and management approval.

Pay Frequency: Employees are paid bi‑weekly.

Benefits: ULC provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance: Three medical plan options are available to cover the employee, spouse/partner, and/or children, with employee contributions toward premiums.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: 100% employer‑paid premiums for employee coverage.
• Life, AD&D, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance: Employer‑provided coverage.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) retirement plan available after six months of employment with a generous 7% employer contribution (no employee match required).
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrued PTO available for vacation, sick leave, and personal time.
• Paid Holidays: Eleven (11) paid holidays per year.

WHAT WE OFFER

At ULC, we’re passionate about creating a thriving community. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can make a real difference. You’ll have the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects alongside a talented and dedicated team. In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer:

• Opportunities for professional development
• A commitment to sustainability
• A positive and inclusive company culture

DISCLAIMER

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Urban Land Conservancy, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Urban Land Conservancy believes that diversity and inclusion among our team is critical to our success, and all employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling our commitment to equal employment opportunity.

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