Maintenance Technician

Clayton Early Learning; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

16+ paid holidays

Accrued vacation time

Paid sick time

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Mental health support and EAP

Long-term disability coverage

401(k) with 5% employer match

FSA plans

College 529 investment options

Identity theft protection and more

Job summary

Clayton Early Learning in Denver is seeking a Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain facilities, systems, and grounds. The role requires independence, initiative, teamwork, and sound judgment to meet licensing standards and ensure safe, well-maintained spaces for children and families.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and grounds, plus coordinating with contractors for complex repairs.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience with plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general repairs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and operate tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Daily checking of the work order system and completion of assigned tasks.
• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs electrical, plumbing, carpentry, furnishings, doors, glass/windows, and related systems.
• Performs monthly building inspections and completes preventative maintenance tasks.
• Coordinates with contractors for complex repairs and minimizes disruptions to operations.
• Maintains grounds and facilities and complies with regulations; participates in on-call or emergency repairs.

Skills

Maintenance tasks

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Groundskeeping

Snow removal

Tool use

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Maintenance Technician

About the role:

This position repairs and maintains the organization's facilities, systems, and equipment. It maintains and improves the organization's campus, buildings, and grounds. A Maintenance Tech is expected to perform duties with a high degree of independence, initiative, communication, teamwork, quality, and judgment. Responsible for general, preventive, and routine maintenance / grounds work to ensure licensing standards and other requirements are satisfied. Completes assigned maintenance tasks and work orders in a timely and quality fashion. This will include but not be limited to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, test equipment, general mechanical repairs, carpentry work, and grounds keeping. The Maintenance Tech position plays a crucial role in Clayton and requires regular attendance at work.

Who we are:

Clayton Early Learning is a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing children from birth to five with an exceptional start and empowering families for lifelong success. We directly serve approximately 500 children annually through our school, home-based programs, and community partnership sites. As a proud member of the Educare Learning Network and the Head Start community, we are deeply committed to providing high quality early childhood education through a whole-child, whole-family approach. Our unique location on a 20-acre historic campus in Denver is the foundation for our strategic vision to become a thriving neighborhood center to serve the community more fully, addressing needs including food security and health care access. Our team of over 125 dedicated professionals works in a supportive environment of collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.

What this role Involves:

• Daily checking of the work order ticketing system and completion of assigned work orders.

• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs items within electrical, plumbing, carpentry, furnishings, equipment, doors, glass/windows, building interior and exterior. Ensures work is performed in a timely manner, and triages requests to prioritize the most critical repairs.

• Performs monthly building inspections and completes preventative maintenance checklist task as assigned. Completes repairs on facilities, equipment or systems, which may include mechanical or electrical systems, HVAC or other environmental management systems, generators or power management systems, or fire or safety systems.

• Makes repairs and coordinates / supervises the work of contractors when more complex repairs are needed; schedules maintenance or repairs to minimize disruptions to organizational operations wherever possible.

• Maintains aesthetic appearance of the grounds and buildings; remains in compliance with all applicable regulations and standards; perform on-call or emergency repairs as needed.

• Ensures the ongoing stewardship, safety and security of the entire campus; responds to safety issues; reports and documents all issues in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.

• Available for on-call support during emergency situations. Works adjusted hours for snow removal, as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Knowledge and hands on experience completing maintenance tasks, including repairs to plumbing, electrical, HVAC. Ability to paint and perform minor carpentry.

• Must be able to participate in snow removal and landscaping duties.

• Will operate a variety of equipment and power tools, understands use of heavy machinery and safety; implement stewardship of tools and equipment.

Clayton Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including CBI/FBI fingerprinting. Child abuse and neglect state registry, MVR and a national sex offender registry check every 5 years.

• Must have a valid license driver's license with evidence of active vehicle insurance.

• Pediatric first aid and CPR certification.

• Current PPD-TB testing, standard immunizations, and annual health statement, or willingness to obtain as required.

• Participate in training programs, workshops, and meetings related to the role.

• Maintains strong technology proficiency and quickly adapts to new systems, applications, and digital solutions.

Skills, Competencies & Behavioral Expectations:

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the organization's mission and values.

• Exhibits accountability and ownership by taking responsibility for commitments, actions, and results.

• Creates a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment for children, families, and employees.

• Communicates clearly and professionally, verbally and in writing, while building strong relationships and influencing employees at all levels.

• Build strong relationships through teamwork that prioritizes safety and well-being.
• Problem-solving with resilience, emotional intelligence, and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and operate power tools and equipment.
• Must know how to use a computer and basic programs such as Outlook, Excel, and Microsoft Word.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage a variety of tasks.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a diverse audience of individuals and groups.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team; ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• A valid driver's license with evidence of vehicle insurance and the ability to get to work at all hours.

Work Environment, Schedule & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work flexible hours outside of normal business hours as required.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk and move throughout the workday as required to perform job duties or with reasonable accommodation.

The perks:

• 16+ paid company holidays
• Accrued vacation time (starting at 10 days/year, up to 30 with tenure)
• Paid sick time
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Mental health support through our medical plan and EAP
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with 5% employer match after 1 year
• FSA plans
• College 529 investment options
• Identity theft protection and more

Compensation:

• $24.00-27.00 an hour

Clayton's Core Values:

At Clayton Early Learning, we believe that our core values help to drive actions and create habits that allow our belief in the unlimited potential of young children to become a reality. We seek candidates who demonstrate our core values and are motivated by a value-driven environment.

• Collaboration builds trust and relationships and brings new ideas, skills, and knowledge to help us do better work.
• Community fosters resiliency, stability, and strength.
• Fun reduces stress, keeps us motivated, builds connections, and models joy for our children.
• Growth allows us to develop as professionals and provide the best service.
• Stewardship enables us to have the greatest impact with the resources we have.

Clayton Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer that values workplace diversity. We strive to create a work place that embraces diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives. We prohibit discrimination of employees or applicants on the basis of race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability, or any other classification considered discriminatory under applicable law.