Maintenance Worker I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR) in Cheyenne, WY, is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician to keep the NWSC running around the clock. You will handle preventative maintenance, shift operations, shipping/receiving backups, and fleet vehicle management.

The role requires 2+ years in large‑scale facility maintenance, safe work practices, and a valid WY/CO driver’s license. Schedule includes two 10‑hour shifts with on‑call rotation; funding through 2030.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of experience in large‑scale industrial facility maintenance and/or as an industrial plant operator.
• Must be familiar with safe working practices across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• Need to be proficient in tool identification and proper usage to render proper assistance to licensed personnel performing tasks within the facility.
• Must have a valid Colorado or Wyoming driver’s license (depending on residence location) and a driving record that complies with UCAR’s liability insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance & Upkeep: perform light structural maintenance including patching and painting to maintain pristine facility standards.
• Trade Staff Assistance: support licensed electrical and mechanical personnel with facility projects.
• Shift Coverage & On‑Call Readiness: participate in a scheduled on‑call rotation and adapt to rotating shifts across a 12–14 hour daily window.
• Heavy Equipment & Rigging Operations: safely operate site machinery such as snow plows and lifts; be familiar with scissor lifts, skid steer, trucks, and floor‑cleaning machinery.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on equipment and maintain areas not directly related to mechanical and electrical work.
• Cleaning: coordinate with ISGC to keep the Central Utility Plant clean and orderly.
• Shipping and Receiving Backup Support: provide backup for logistics handling and NWSC receiving; enter data into UCAR’s receiving system.
• Maintain small engines, gas‑powered equipment, and GSA vehicle verification per manufacturer recommendations.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Data center experience

Shift work

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Two years facility maintenance experience

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Logistics systems

GSA vehicle maintenance

Job description

Position Type: Term - 6 months or more (Fixed Term)

Visa Sponsored Job: No

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Hiring Range: 47,610.00 USD - 56,220.00 USD *Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, and skills relevant to the role.

Application Closes at 11:59 pm Mountain Time on: 2026-11-02

About The Role

Join the Computational and Information Systems Laboratory (CISL) as a Facility Maintenance Technician at the NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center (NWSC) in Cheyenne, WY. In this hands‑on, multifaceted role, you will be an essential part of the Operations and Services Division, ensuring our mission‑critical research facility runs smoothly around the clock. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities span preventative maintenance, shift operations, shipping and receiving logistics, custodial care, and fleet vehicle management.

Schedule & Shift Information: The NWSC facility operates 12–14 hours daily via two 10-hour shifts. This role requires flexibility to cover assigned day/swing shifts and participate in a scheduled one‑week on‑call rotation. - This position is funded till June 2030 - Must be (a) a U.S. citizen, (b) lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States, or (c) a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Key Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance & Upkeep – Perform light structural maintenance, including patching and painting of walls to maintain pristine facility standards.
• Trade Staff Assistance: Support licensed electrical and mechanical personnel with facility projects.
• Shift Coverage & On‑Call Readiness: Participate in a scheduled on‑call rotation and adapt to rotating shifts based on operational requirements. Shift coverage spans a 12–14 hour daily operating window across two 10‑hour overlapping shifts (subject to operational adjustments).
• Heavy Equipment & Rigging Operations: Safely operate site machinery such as snow plows and various lifts. Must be familiar with all equipment used at the NWSC, including scissor lifts, skid steer machines, trucks with or without snow plows, and riding floor‑cleaning machinery. Work around portable cranes and be proficient in rigging and signaling pertaining to crane operations.
• Assist with the preventative maintenance on equipment - Maintain all aspects of the facility not directly related to mechanical and electrical, such as walls, floor base, flooring, ceilings, etc.
• Cleaning – Work with the Infrastructure Support Group (ISGC) staff to keep the Central Utility Plant clean and orderly. Tasks to include: sweeping, mopping, operating floor cleaning machines, etc.
• Shipping and Receiving Backup Support - Provide backup support for logistics handling and NWSC shipping and receiving. Key duties include receiving shipments, notifying end users, and promptly entering data into UCAR’s receiving system.
• Maintain small engines, gas‑powered equipment, and GSA vehicle verification at the NWSC, including checking engine oil, tire pressure, fuel tank levels, and other required maintenance per manufacturer recommendations.

Education & Experience REQUIRED

• High school diploma or Equivalent, with at least two years of experience in large‑scale industrial facility maintenance and/or as an industrial plant operator. Logistics experience is a plus.
• Must be familiar with safe working practices across multiple disciplines (mechanical, electrical, etc.).
• Need to be proficient in tool identification and proper usage to render proper assistance to licensed personnel performing tasks within the facility.
• Must have a valid Colorado or Wyoming driver’s license (depending on residence location) and a driving record that complies with UCAR’s liability insurance requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities REQUIRED

• Experience in working in a data center or semi‑industrial work environment, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet software (ideally Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace), and knowledge of basic office procedures and equipment such as telephones, fax machines, copiers, scanners, and printers.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving logistics, notification, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe working practices, including those for painting supplies, ladders, and lift equipment, as well as MSDS tracking documentation and keeping manuals up to date.
• Basic knowledge of complex facility systems and their associated safety requirements and documentation, with demonstrated skill in understanding and escalating problems related to the control and operational sequences of life safety and mission‑critical systems and equipment.
• Identify and properly use tools; operate scissor lifts and other lifts, skid steer machines, trucks with or without snow plows, and riding floor‑cleaning machinery; and perform routine equipment maintenance, including GSA vehicle maintenance requirements and procedures.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple interruptions, and to apply basic computational math skills (e.g., percentages, decimals).
• High‑level oral communication skills, both in person and on the phone, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and independently, and to learn and apply organizational policies and procedures.
• Some facility maintenance work requires additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The employee must use PPE appropriately and be able to work in higher temperatures that may occur when wearing the required layers of equipment.

Benefits Overview

• health insurance, dental, retirement plan, leave plans, tuition assistance, and employee assistance programs: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Generous retirement plan - UCAR contributes of 10% of base salary
• Time Off Plans Minimum 20 days of annual PTO 10 paid holidays 12 weeks of paid parental leave FAMLI Leave Tuition Assistance Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Additional Information

UCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants.

We do not discriminate based on race, age, sex, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

You don’t need to include age‑related information, such as birth or graduation dates, in your initial application.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Colorado Anti‑Discrimination Act, or local laws.

A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on an employee.

Visa Sponsorship: UCAR can sponsor H‑1B status only for candidates already in the U.S. who hold H‑1B status or another status that allows a change to H‑1B within the country. We cannot sponsor new H‑1B visas that require consular processing abroad.

Compliance and Location: All roles must comply with U.S. export control regulations and work location requirements. Hybrid staff work on‑site 3 days per week or equivalent, based on their flexible work arrangement. UCAR requires ALL positions to be performed within the U.S., excluding U.S. Territories.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use: AI tools are permitted, but we strongly encourage candidates to submit primarily original work.

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