Skilled Maintenance Technician II - Plumbing

City-of-Colorado-Springs,-C; Colorado Springs (CO); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The City of Colorado Springs is seeking a Skilled Maintenance Technician II in Plumbing to perform construction, maintenance, and repair duties across city buildings, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. This role supports the design, upkeep, and functionality of vital city infrastructure.

As a Skilled Maintenance II, you will read plans, troubleshoot plumbing systems, estimate materials, and assist supervision while remaining on-call for emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.
• Willingness to obtain Backflow Inspection and Testing Certification within 1 year.
• Willingness to obtain Mechanical IV license within 1 year.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.

Responsabilités

• Perform plumbing, construction, repair, and maintenance of city buildings and systems.
• Troubleshoot and design maintenance solutions using in-depth plumbing knowledge.
• Read plans and drawings; assess projects and lay out work.
• Use hand and power tools to complete tasks efficiently.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment for projects.
• Inspect fields for quality, safety, and policy compliance.
• Provide technical support to supervisors and respond to inquiries.
• On-call for emergencies; follow safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Plumbing maintenance

Troubleshooting

Read plans/drawings

Tools usage

Communication

Teamwork

Backflow Certification

Blockage repair

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

Skilled Maintenance Technician II - Plumbing

The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome a Skilled Maintenance Technician II to the Plumbing Facilities team! As a Skilled Maintenance II for Plumbing, you will use your expertise in plumbing to perform construction, maintenance, and repair duties across city buildings, while ensuring work quality, safety, and compliance with regulations. This is a opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting the design, upkeep, and functionality of vital city infrastructure.

This position is subject to budget required furloughs implemented in the 2026 calendar year.

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Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. See the full potential of growth for this position here: 2026 Salary Schedule

As a Skilled Maintenance Technician II, you will:

• Perform skilled maintenance and technical duties, including plumbing, construction, installation, repair, and general maintenance of buildings and systems
• Use in-depth plumbing expertise to troubleshoot, design, and implement maintenance solutions
• Read and interpret plans and drawings; assess projects, and design and layout work
• Complete tasks efficiently using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Estimate and requisition time, materials, and equipment needed for projects
• Conduct field inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with City policies
• Provide technical support to supervisors, lead team members, and respond to public inquiries courteously
• Remain on-call for emergencies and ensure adherence to workplace safety practices
• Other duties as assigned

Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

Knowledge of:

• A plumbing technical facility maintenance craft discipline with use of analytical judgement and decision -making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization
• Plumbing troubleshooting maintenance principles
• Maintenance methods and techniques related to plumbing best practices
• Equipment, materials, chemicals and supplies used in facilities maintenance
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Ability to:

• Stay current on new trends, innovations and technology specific to facilities maintenance
• Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work individually and/or in a team environment
• Possess or obtain Backflow Inspection and Testing Certification(s) within 1 year of hire
• Possess the skills to diagnose, clear, and repair blockages and damages in primary waste lines

• High school diploma or GED
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field

We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

• Plumbing maintenance and troubleshooting experience
• Backflow Inspection and Testing Certification(s) or formal training in multiple areas of facilities maintenance
• Experience working in multiple facilities disciplines
• Prior experience leading a facilities maintenance crew
• Possess or obtain a Mechanical IV license withing 1 year of hire
• Experience with camera inspections, hydro jetting, and mechanical snaking experience

Please reach out to City Recruiting at [e-mail] for any questions regarding this position.

Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department's Marijuana Use Policy can be found.

The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.

Physical Demands:

Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

Environmental Conditions

Primary Work Environment - Office Environment

Extreme Temperature - Occasionally

Wetness and Humidity - Occasionally

Respiratory Hazards - Occasionally

Noise and Vibrations - Frequently

Physical hazards - Occasionally

Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Frequently

Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Rarely