Facilities Technician

"Position Title: Facilities Technician
Department: Operations & Facilities
Reports to: Building Manager
Classification: Classified Full-time Non-exempt/Hourly
Contract Period: 12 Month (247 days with some variance depending on the year)

2024-2025 Aspen School District Salary Schedules https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1H5YaYvYOYcXY6cDfy9c3PsZLLGL85EvCCqyzTTBa9zA/edit?gid=1224033595#gid=1224033595

ASD offers district-funded employee and dependent health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to benefit-eligible employees. Other benefits include (as eligible): paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, free transportation for employees from Carbondale to Aspen, employee assistance program, wellness program, and supplemental insurance (i.e. cancer, disability, etc).

Position Summary
The Facilities Technician is primarily responsible for assisting in the daily and ongoing building maintenance, facility infrastructure and grounds operations for the Aspen School District Campus.

Reporting to the building manager, this position will represent facilities operations and serve students, colleagues and guests including handling complaints and responding to any emergency conditions.

This position works a varied shift of Tuesday thru Saturday along with on-call coverage supporting campus operations/events as identified by the building manager.

Position Responsibilities
Facilities Technician Responsibilities:
Work with facilities colleagues in order to maintain a variety of facilities equipment such as: HVAC equipment, plumbing, power distribution systems and equipment, fire/life safety, carpentry, painting, wall coverings, flooring, masonry, and district athletic facilities and sports field
Perform routine and emergency repair and maintenance on structures and equipment in assigned areas
Support the District & Athletic Events (varied day/evening & Saturday coverage)
Knowledge in basic plumbing, repair & replace faucets, urinals, toilets and related fixtures
Knowledge in basic electrical; repair and replace, switches, outlets, light fixtures and related fixtures
Perform custodial equipment repair & maintenance as needed
Perform maintenance and cleaning of HVAC components and fan coil units
Perform campus exterior maintenance & repair, including landscaping & irrigation systems, track & turf and snow removal as needed
Care, maintenance and inventory of all field maintenance equipment such as bobcat, loader, and attachments, and supplies
Maintain a professional and friendly relationship with other departments, colleagues, vendors and partners
Promote a safe, professional and respectful working environment

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Facilities Technician Position
Knowledge of:
Basic mechanical skills
Various materials, tools, and methods including application, function and operation, common to the above listed trades
Operation and use of modern office equipment including a computer and various software packages
Application of energy efficiency and conservation practices in the performance of duties
State certification standards and familiarity with annual reporting procedures
Professional communication norms and standards (written and oral)
Modern office procedures and methods
Principles and procedures of record-keeping
Microsoft Office and/or the Google Suite of office software
Ability to:
Because safety is essential to job performance, ability to understand and communicate well in English, both speaking and writing, is required; Bilingual Spanish is a plus
Work a variable schedule to be present in all ASD and Sports Events to meet operational needs
Develop and maintain rapport and effective relationships with children and adults contacted in the course of work by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, support, and professional conduct
Demonstrate professionalism in handling disagreements and conflicts in a diplomatic manner, and contributing to a positive work/learning environment;
Perform routine maintenance activities on established schedule
Demonstrate flexibility with regard to interruptions and changing conditions
Work efficiently to complete tasks with limited supervision and to meet deadlines
Pick up and deliver equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed
Maintain accurate work documentation/reports/records for the purpose of accounting as well as completing work in a timely manner
Effectively give and receive constructive feedback
Observe safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.
Observe all District policies and procedures
Facilities Technician Minimum Qualifications
At least 2 years experience in building and grounds maintenance; as well as working knowledge of light and medium duty equipment, including custodial, floor & janitorial equipment
Current Colorado Driver's License with clean driving record
Current CPR/AED Certification

Facilities Technician Preferred Qualifications
3 years or more in building and grounds maintenance, including custodial cleaning, wood floors restoration & janitorial equipment
Spanish bilingual

Work Environment
Adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes
Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards,equipment vibrations, noises, and odors
Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases
Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or uncooperative individuals

Essential Physical Requirements
Physical: Balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, standing, lifting & carrying up to 50 pounds, moving work-related supplies/equipment, operation of work tools, equipment, vehicle and machinery, sitting.

Acknowledgment
The successful candidate will be required to follow any instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Building Manager. The Aspen School District reserves the right to update, revise, or change the job description and related duties at any time.