Grounds & Snow Maintenance Technician

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) in Boulder, CO seeks a Regular Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform a wide range of tasks maintaining UCAR/NCAR facilities infrastructure and operations. The role includes groundskeeping, snow removal, equipment operation, and after-hours on-call duties.

Under supervision, you will work on grounds, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and administrative duties, ensuring safety and timely response.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• A minimum of 2 years experience in a facilities maintenance program or commercial landscaping.
• Possession of a valid Colorado Driver's license and a driving record compliant with UCAR's liability insurance requirements.
• Skill and knowledge in commercial landscaping and/or snow removal.
• Skill and experience using hand tools, power tools, ladders, PPE, and other equipment common in facilities maintenance.
• Ability to work safely and produce craftsman-like results.
• Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions.
• Able to carry fifty 50 lbs. twenty 20 feet.
• Ability to work on scaffolds and personnel lifts up to forty 40 feet.
• Ability to work on-call during snow fall events and shift work as needed.
• Communicate information clearly, written or orally, to individuals or groups.
• Demonstrate UCAR safety policies, procedures, and training content.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with UCAR staff.

Responsibilities

• Outdoor maintenance: operate groundskeeping equipment, mow lawns, trim, irrigations, repairs.
• Snow removal assistance: operate equipment, on-call during snow events.
• Carpentry assistance: minor roof repairs and maintenance.
• Mechanical assistance: HVAC, cooling, plumbing maintenance duties.
• Electrical assistance: electrical system maintenance tasks.
• Administrative duties: safety training, record hours, communicate issues.

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

The University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) in Boulder, CO seeks a Regular Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform a wide range of tasks maintaining UCAR/NCAR facilities infrastructure and operations. The role includes groundskeeping, snow removal, equipment operation, and after-hours on-call duties.

Under supervision, you will work on grounds, carpentry, mechanical, electrical, and administrative duties, ensuring safety and timely response.