Maintenance Technician Facilities

Montrose, CO; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Company car

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Montrose Recreation District is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support preventive, regular, and urgent maintenance of MRD indoor facilities including the Community Recreation Center and Field House. The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and may supervise assistants and volunteers.

Responsibilities include inspecting, repairing, scheduling repairs, managing HVAC/plumbing, budgeting support, and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well-organized with ability to prioritize tasks.
• Able to work physically near others and in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Inspect buildings, equipment, and systems and identify issues.
• Repair faulty equipment and damaged structures.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures.
• Manage heating and plumbing systems to ensure usability.
• Plan and schedule repairs and perform quality checks.
• Perform general maintenance including landscaping, painting, carpentry.
• Assist in budget development for the maintenance department.
• Maintain inventory records for equipment and supplies.
• Provide training to community service workers.
• Assist in keeping facilities clean and well-maintained.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• Company car
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule

General Statement of Duties

This position is responsible for assisting in the preventive, regular, and urgent maintenance of all MRD indoor facilities. This position will assist with preserving the excellent condition and functionality of our business premises. This is accomplished through the upkeep and preparation of indoor facilities for recreation programs and activities. This includes the Community Recreation Center (CRC), Field House (FH), and several ancillary facilities (concessions, restrooms and storage).

Supervision Received

Reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor-Facilities.

Supervision Exercised

Directly supervises Maintenance Assistants and community service volunteers.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Inspects buildings, equipment, and systems to identify any issues.
• Repairs faulty equipment units and damaged structures.
• Develops and implement preventative maintenance procedures.
• Manages heating and plumbing systems to guarantee functionality.
• Plans and schedules repairs.
• Conducts periodic quality checks on equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.
• Performs general maintenance tasks including landscaping, painting, and carpentry.
• Help developing and implementing the budget for the maintenance department.
• Maintains the inventory records for equipment and supplies.
• Provides training to community service workers.
• Assists in picking up litter around the facilities, emptying trash receptacles, cleaning restrooms, and fixing or replacing damaged facility items.
• Aides in leading the completion of the annual maintenance opening and closure projects and tasks.
• Maintains and cares for company provided equipment, tools and vehicles.
• Performs snow removal as needed and directed.

Position Qualifications

• Effective problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a self-starter with ability to do job with little direction from their supervisor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be well-organized and have the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Able to work physically near other people when working on equipment or in tight spaces with others.

Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years facilities maintenance or a similar role experience required.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and hydronic systems.
• Advanced understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques
• Education or Training: Equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED.

License and Certification

Certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology or relevant fields is preferred.

Work Environment

The majority of time is spent working in an indoor recreational facility setting with outdoor recreational facility exposure. Will be required to work in all weather conditions and in close proximity to chemicals used in an aquatic and facilities environment. Occasionally exposure to wet or humid conditions and toxic or caustic chemicals with proper personal protective equipment.

Vehicle and Cellphone

MRD will furnish a work vehicle during work hours. MRD requires the employee to have a cell phone and will reimburse the employee a portion of the monthly service cost.

Work Hours

This position is required to perform on-call during services during weekends on a rotational basis. Work hours have seasonal variations with evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Physical Conditions

• Exert 5 to 100 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move equipment or objects.
• Perceive the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate equipment and use hand tools.
• Ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps.
• Walk or stand for extended periods.
• Handle and work with various materials and chemicals.
• Handle highly physical work outdoors on a consistent basis in all weather conditions, specifically very cold, icy, snowy weather.

Benefits Include

Benefits Include: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits. PERA employer and 401K contribution options. Paid time off (PTO) in addition to 10 paid holidays, and a family membership to the Community Recreation Center.

Entire Salary Range

$39,194.45 - $58,791.67

Hiring Range

$39,194.45 - $46,766

Why do I see two salary ranges?

In compliance with Colorado state law, the Montrose Recreation District includes a salary range for all positions posted. This law is intended to improve wage transparency. In support of wage transparency the Montrose Recreation District posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the MRD for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the MRD anticipates making an offer). The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications, and potentially other factors.