TO APPLY
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https://littletongov.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/City_of_Littleton_External/job/Service-Center-3/Facilities-Maintenance-Technician_JR26
This job is being re-posted with a new preferred apply by date of July 24, 2024.
Position may be filled at the Entry Level or Senior Level, depending on qualifications and department needs.
The City of Littleton is looking for a talented Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our busy Facilities team. We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefit plans and year-round, long-term job stability. Our Facilities Maintenance Technicians perform a variety of building maintenance and repair tasks, small remodel projects, and light janitorial tasks in city-owned public buildings. Facilities Maintenance Technicians maintain HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing systems and performs other skilled work and routine unskilled building maintenance work as required. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures and accepted practices; however, the employee is expected to exercise initiative and independent judgment in completing job duties and meeting unusual work circumstances.
The ideal candidate is focused on safety and possesses a variety of facilities maintenance skills and experience including maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, plumbing and electrical, and the ability to complete general carpentry and remodeling projects.
The City of Littleton is a vibrant community south of Denver and is consistently voted as one of America’s Best Small Cities, and a top place to raise a family. Learn more about everything Littleton has to offer at VisitLittleton.org. Home to a vibrant and historic downtown, and a variety of shopping venues, restaurants, parks and trails, there is a lot to offer to the wonderful people who live and work here. The City of Littleton offers outstanding benefits and perks to our employees. For more information, please see the 2024 Benefit Guide (Download PDF reader).
The City of Littleton believes in attracting and retaining the best talent and our strategies include hiring in at market pay and creating career development opportunities. In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for this position with the City of Littleton.
Starting pay range for Facilities Maintenance Technician - $23.30 – $25.75/hour
Starting pay range for Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician - $30.00 – $33.25/hour
This full-time position is non-exempt per FLSA and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified or the position is filled, but preference will be given to complete applications received by July 24, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
- Basic understanding of blueprints, schematics, mechanical and architectural drawings.
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Fundamental ability to use applicable mathematics and measuring devices.
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Familiarity with common hand tools used in the industry.
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Familiarity with the use and safe operation of power tools, both electric and pneumatic (saws, drills, screw guns, nail guns, sanders, grinders, shears, etc.).
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Basic understanding of metals and metal working, to include welding.
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Fundamental knowledge of and the ability to work with standard construction materials such as wood, insulation, paints/coatings, drywall etc.
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Has relevant safety training to include PPE, electricity, tools, chemicals, material handling, and hazardous materials.
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Demonstrated ability to perform inspections and preventive maintenance on a variety of HVAC equipment.
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Demonstrated ability to perform lighting inspections, change bulbs, fixtures and ballasts and effect minor electrical repairs.
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Demonstrated ability to perform basic plumbing inspections and repairs (i.e., fix a leaking pipe, repair or replace a faucet, repair or replace a toilet, clear a drain, work with copper, iron and PVC).
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Able to paint and apply other coatings efficiently and appropriately.
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Can disassemble/assemble and move furniture.
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Inspects and performs minor repairs on a variety of appliances.
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Has a basic ability to repair doors, windows, locks and security fencing.
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Understands and assists with a wide range of custodial operations when required.
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May serve as an Emergency Worker.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
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Physical requirements include the performance of heavy work that include but are not limited to: lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 150 pounds with or without assistance.
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Long periods of sitting, standing or walking may be required. Work is primarily performed indoors in an office, mechanical and equipment areas of city buildings. Outdoor work is conducted in mechanical and equipment areas including rooftops of city buildings. This work includes exposure to extreme temperature and weather changes;; HVAC and mechanical equipment vibration and noise estimated at up to 90 decibels of unprotected exposure for an average of up to 30 minutes per day (the use of hearing protection devices to reduce noise exposure to acceptable OSHA levels is mandatory); exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, mists and gases from the operation of equipment and the atmosphere (the use of protective eyewear while operating power and hand tools or performing work involving potential eye injury hazards is mandatory); exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards; high exposed work sites, burns and radiant energy; exposure to toxic and caustic chemicals.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:
A variety of hand and power tools and mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to, hand and power saws; electric drills, sanders, planers; screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches and pliers; electronic and mechanical testing devices; tape measures; grinder, step and extension ladders, scaffolds; bucket truck, assigned utility truck with two-way radio; telephone, basic power tools, welder, and cutting torches.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Littleton is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and intends to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other non-job related characteristic, and to hire and retain the best-qualified individuals without regard to any of these factors. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on a protected class.
The City of Littleton will consider reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment. Applicants and employees can request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 303-795-3857 or emailing hr@littletongov.org.
Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace
The City of Littleton is committed to the health and safety of all its employees. To ensure a safe and productive work environment the city prohibits the use, sale, dispensation, manufacture, distribution or possession of alcohol, drugs, controlled substances or drug paraphernalia on any city premises or worksites. No employee shall report to work or be at work with alcohol or with any detectable amount of prohibited drugs in the employee's system. A detectable amount refers to the standards generally used in workplace drug & alcohol testing. This prohibition specifically includes marijuana, and decriminalized psychedelics whether used for medical purposes or obtained legally under state law.