Spec II, Planner/Scheduler (Collections)

City of Fort Collins•Fort Collins, CO

20h

About The Position

This second-level practitioner coordinates and optimizes the lifecycle management of the organization's physical infrastructure and assets. The role applies working knowledge of maintenance management systems and established asset management practices to analyze options, identify solutions, develop and manage maintenance plans and schedules, ensure asset data integrity, and support decisions through spatial analysis and reporting tools. The position exercises judgment in defined situations, seeks guidance on more complex or unusual variables, and works under moderate supervision with field operations, maintenance staff, and other departments to support strategic asset management initiatives. The position is in the City of Fort Collins’ One Water Field Operations department at the Utilities Service Center, Building A. It is a full-time regular, classified, non-exempt position. The annual salary range is $57,264–$95,440, with an anticipated hiring range of $70,000–$85,000. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on November 18, 2026. A post-offer background check is required. Remote or hybrid work, if applicable, must be performed in Colorado.

Requirements

Six years of related experience and/or education in utility operations, asset management, and use of a computerized maintenance management system.
Valid driver license.
Colorado Class 1 Water Distribution and/or Collection System Operator Certification, or Water Treatment D Certification, or ability to obtain the required certification within three years.
IBM Maximo Planner/Scheduler Level III Certification, or ability to obtain certification within three years.
Advanced knowledge of water, wastewater, drainage, and metering systems.
Working knowledge of enterprise asset management principles, asset lifecycle management, reliability-centered maintenance, and computerized maintenance management systems, including use of geographic information systems for asset data management, maintenance planning, reporting, and decision-making.
Advanced knowledge of construction techniques, methods, materials, practices, and equipment related to water field facility maintenance and construction activities.
Working knowledge of local, workplace safety, and environmental laws, procedures, and policies.
Foundational skill in basic math and use of database and mapping software.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications, maps, and blueprints.
Ability to interact and work effectively with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds; learn continuously; establish effective working relationships; read and comprehend policies and procedures; communicate clearly; use routine computer programs; apply judgment in defined situations; analyze options; understand program purpose and resource availability; collaborate and share information; apply subject-matter knowledge with some guidance; recommend operational improvements; and take responsibility for outcomes.

Responsibilities

Partner with field operations and maintenance leaders to plan, prioritize, schedule, and coordinate construction and maintenance activities.
Coordinate workforce availability, materials, and operational requirements to support safe, efficient, and timely work execution.
Develop and manage preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance programs.
Evaluate asset performance, analyze key performance indicators, forecast maintenance needs, conduct gap assessments, and support root cause analyses to improve reliability, maintenance practices, and safety.
Serve as a resource for assigned maintenance management and geographic information system functionality; manage work orders and asset information; support data collection; and train and guide staff on related tools.
Maintain asset inventory, master data, and equipment history in the maintenance management system, applying asset management governance, policies, and standards to maintain accurate and reliable information.
Analyze asset and maintenance data in maintenance management, geographic information, and business intelligence platforms to identify trends and support planning and operational decisions.
Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and maps communicating asset performance, maintenance needs, and operational needs.
Identify and document business and operational requirements in functional and technical specifications; develop and maintain workflows, process maps, and standard operating procedures.
Communicate with City partners to investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
Partner with field operations and maintenance leaders to support the tactical asset management plan and promote consistent asset management practices, governance requirements, and operational standards.
Review completed work orders for compliance with governance requirements and operational standards, returning or rejecting work that needs correction before closeout.
Support workforce resiliency through cross-training, standardized processes, and shared operational knowledge.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible family members, effective the first of the month following hire.
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
One-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new full-time classified and unclassified management hires.
Retirement benefits with company contributions after a six-month probation period and immediate vesting.
Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and legal and financial assistance.
Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Wellness program and workout facilities.
Employee and family onsite health clinic.
Learning and development opportunities at all organizational levels, with career mobility opportunities.
Collaborative work environment.