MICRO-COMMUNITY (MC) MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Colorado Village Collaborative•Denver, CO

23d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

The MC Maintenance Technician will work in collaboration with the Facilities and Safety Manager, Maintenance Technicians, Senior Director of Operations, and CVC team to ensure that the Micro-Communities operate efficiently, with a primary focus on the logistical mobilization and relocation of tiny home villages. Specifically, the MC Maintenance Technician maintains structural components including fences, gates, equipment, and set-ups such as HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, and electrical wiring and performs the mechanical tasks required to decommission, transport, and re-establish these units. Maintenance Technicians also develop and implement preventative maintenance measures to ensure the longevity of facility equipment and reduce safety risks during site transitions.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable vehicle (preferably a pickup truck)
Ability to lift 80lb, able to climb ladders, and work on knees
At least 2 years of maintenance experience
Knowledge of heating and air conditioning units, plumbing systems, and electrical systems
Advanced understanding of maintenance equipment, procedures, and techniques
Knowledge of construction safety protocols
Available to be on call and respond to maintenance requests on nights and weekends
Excellent work ethic, communication skills, time management skills, and attention to detail
Problem-Solving Skills
Time management
Ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds and experience
Trauma-Informed approach
Experience working with people experiencing homelessness
Creativity and flexibility
Resilience and Tolerance
Anti-racist, anti-oppression lens
Proficiency in safe use of power tools and construction protocols.
Safe handling, application, and documentation of chemicals
Proficiency in prioritizing and documenting maintenance and repair

Responsibilities

Conduct routine maintenance on equipment such as door hardware, evaporative coolers, electrical heating lamps, plumbing fixtures, and electrical wiring to ensure they are operating efficiently and make any needed repairs.
Inspect and repair fences and gates to ensure site security during both residence and transition phases.
Keep a detailed record of completed repairs, equipment servicing, and the structural integrity of units prior to and following a move.
Execute preventative maintenance measures to keep equipment operating efficiently and prevent safety risks during the transport of tiny homes.
Handle additional maintenance tasks as needed.
Attend site development meetings to become an expert on the technical requirements for site set-up and take-down.
Lead the physical decommissioning of tiny home units, including disconnecting utilities and securing structural components for transport.
Assist the Facilities manager, site designer, and electrical/plumbing contractors with the precise placement and re-connection of units at new locations.
Assist with coordinating the transport and logistics of "Sleeping Units," including removal, replacement, repair, and physical transport of structures.
General maintenance of MC grounds at both the departing and arriving sites, including site beautification.
Pruning, weeding, and cultivation of planters and flower beds to maintain community standards.
Assist with snow clearance and grit application to ensure safe movement of units and residents.
Cleaning and maintenance of hard and porous surfaces, ensuring departing sites are restored to original condition and new sites are prepared for occupancy.
Sleeping Unit Upkeep – Painting, replacing flooring, fixing door locks, and repairing damage sustained during village moves.
Relocation Emergencies – Handling flooding, power outages, heater malfunctions, or frozen pipes caused by or occurring during site transitions.
Disaster Response – Addressing natural disasters resulting in site or unit damage.
Other duties as assigned.