TECHNICIAN L1, HEAVY EQUIPMENT/SMALL ENGINE REPAIR

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health benefits

PERA retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking an Apprentice L1 to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair District heavy equipment and small engines. You will perform scheduled maintenance, prep job sites safely, and follow schematics to diagnose issues.

This on-site role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience. You’ll work with diverse teams, participate in cross-training, and support on-call snow removal and emergency response, contributing to the District's equity and safety goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–10 years related experience; L1 requires 2 years.
• Experience with preventive maintenance software preferred.
• Experience with automotive and diesel electrical systems preferred; ASE/CERT beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, diagnoses and repairs for District heavy equipment
• Performs scheduled maintenance on District heavy equipment and small engines
• Prepares and cleans up job site with safety considerations
• Diagnoses, repairs, and replaces motor control circuits using schematics
• Reviews work orders and procures supplies via DPSc purchase system
• Cross-trains in at least one other trade
• Assists with snow removal on a 24-hour on-call basis
• Responds to emergencies 24/7

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Safety awareness

Electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE certification preferred

Tools

CMMS / computerized maintenance software

Job description

Job Description

** Applications will be received until August 31, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline.**

About This Job

Repairs and maintains grounds heavy equipment and small engines that meets or exceeds current industry standards.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.


• Salary Range: $25.663-$26.130. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.


• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do

L1 (Apprentice)

• Troubleshoots, diagnoses and repairs for District heavy equipment


• Performs scheduled maintenance on District heavy equipment and small engines


• Prepares and cleans up job site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and properly disposes of waste and flammable materials


• Diagnoses, repairs, and replaces motor control circuits using schematics and diagrams


• Diagnoses malfunctioning equipment, according to blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer service manual


• Replaces and replaces faulty components


• Reviews work orders, prioritizes, and determines supplies for repair and purchases supplies using the District purchase order system


• Performs work and cross trains in at least one other trade as an apprentice


• Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24 hour on-call basis


• Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent. Two to ten years experience and training; minimum as follows: L1: Two (2) years related experience


• Experience establishing computer based preventative maintenance software program preferred.


• Experience in troubleshooting complex automotive electrical systems preferred. Formal training / certification in automotive and diesel mechanics such as ASE preferred.


• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards. Technicians L2 and L3 must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)


• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.


• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.


• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

About Us

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.