Skilled Maintenance Technician II – Construction

City of Colorado Springs • Colorado Springs, CO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Parks Maintenance team is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable candidate with experience in commercial doors and hardware, as well as working knowledge of locksmithing and master key systems. This position helps ensure our local parks remain safe and enjoyable by assisting with playground repairs, carpentry, general maintenance, and construction tasks across multiple locations. This position requires that you are available to respond to after-hours emergencies and winter weather callouts. This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year.

Requirements

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).
• Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of locksmithing and master key systems
• Knowledge of equipment and techniques of the construction trade, such as concrete, welding, carpentry, equipment operation, equipment transportation, metalworking and fabrication, painting, sign work, and structural maintenance
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance standards for playground structures, play elements, and playground surfacing
• Knowledge of design and construction principles related to concrete removal and replacement
• Knowledge of commercial door and hardware repair related to hollow metal and aluminum storefronts
• Ability to interpret blueprints and build to design specifications
• Ability to safely operate a variety of assigned tools, equipment, machinery, and vehicle(s)
• Ability to perform manual labor in any weather condition
• Ability to work safely and follow all safety protocols and policies

Nice To Haves

• Two years of full time experience in carpentry or locksmithing
• Direct experience with playground repair and maintenance
• Experience performing skilled maintenance tasks, such as welding, facilities maintenance, playground maintenance, event set up, and sign production
• Experience performing construction and maintenance tasks within a diverse parks system
• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges

Responsibilities

• Perform locksmithing repairs and replacements as needed
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of various building structures through, carpentry, painting, etc.
• Assist in playground equipment maintenance
• Assist in the installation of park amenities and concrete
• Fill out and manage assigned work orders generated through an online workorder system
• Provide occasional oversight of contracted services; ensure work quality and adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards
• Transport and operate light-duty and heavy-duty equipment and operate various hand tools as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED