TECHNICIAN L1, PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE

Denver Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health benefits

PERA Retirement

Job summary

Denver Public Schools seeks an L1 apprentice-level technician to support equipment maintenance for district playground facilities. Under supervision, you will perform inspections, install, repair, and maintain playgrounds and courts, and assist with welding as needed.

A valid Colorado CDL and NPSA certification are preferred, with dual responsibilities to ensure safety and uptime across sites. Applicants must have a high school diploma, live in Colorado, and meet physical requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent minimum required.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License with insurability; ability to obtain/maintain CDL.
• Certification as a Certified Playground Inspector from NPSA; welding certifications preferred.
• Live in Colorado and meet physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and perform functions of L2/L3 level positions.
• Conduct annual district-wide playground safety inspections per CPSC standards.
• Install/playground and athletic equipment per CPSC guidelines.
• Repair and maintain playgrounds, play areas, courts, and support equipment.
• Perform minor welding repairs as needed.
• Communicate/coordinate with site staff and shop personnel.
• Diagnose repairs using blueprints and safety codes.
• Prepare/clean job sites with safety considerations; dispose of waste.
• Review work orders, prioritize and procure supplies via district PO system.
• Cross-train in at least one other trade as an apprentice.
• Assist with snow removal on a 24-hour on-call basis.
• Respond to emergencies 24/7.

Skills

Playground safety

Blueprints

Maintenance welding

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Colorado Driver's License

CDL eligibility

NPSA Playground Inspector certification

Tools

Welding certifications (oxy-acetylene, AC/DC)

Job description

Applications will be received until August 24, 2026

If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline.

About This Job

Performs equipment maintenance activities required for District playground equipment properties in optimal condition.

What DPS Offers You

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $23.331-$23.755. 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)
  • Under the direction L2 or L3 technicians: Assists with and or performs all functions of the L2 (Journeyman) and L3 (Master or Multi-Skilled) level position.
  • Performs annual District-wide playground equipment safety inspection to monitor compliance with Colorado School Districts Self Insurance Pool requirements, and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) Playground Standards.
  • Installs different types playground, play and athletic equipment in accordance with the CPSC guidelines and related athletic sport rules of play.
  • Installs, repairs, and maintains playgrounds, play areas and courts, support equipment.
  • Performs minor welding repair and maintenance.
  • Communicates and coordinates with staff at work site and with other shop staff.
  • Diagnoses repairs; modifies and performs repairs using blueprints; and considering playground safety codes.
  • Prepares and cleans up job site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials.
  • Reviews work orders, prioritizes, and determine supplies for repair and purchases supplies using 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 minimum required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards. Must have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Must hold/obtain and maintain a certification as a Certified Playground inspector from the National Playground Safety Association (NPSA). Certification in several types of industrial welding to include oxy-acetylene and AC/DC arc welding, preferred.
• 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.