Technician L1, Playground Maintenance

DPS • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs equipment maintenance activities required for District playground equipment properties in optimal condition.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent minimum required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must hold/obtain and maintain a certification as a Certified Playground inspector from the National Playground Safety Association (NPSA).
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in several types of industrial welding to include oxy-acetylene and AC/DC arc welding, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with and or performs all functions of the L2 (Journeyman) and L3 (Master or Multi-Skilled) level position.
• Performs annual District-wide playground equipment safety inspection to monitor compliance with Colorado School Districts Self Insurance Pool requirements, and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) Playground Standards.
• Installs different types playground, play and athletic equipment in accordance with the CPSC guidelines and related athletic sport rules of play.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains playgrounds, play areas and courts, support equipment.
• Performs minor welding repair and maintenance.
• Communicates and coordinates with staff at work site and with other shop staff.
• Diagnoses repairs; modifies and performs repairs using blueprints; and considering playground safety codes.
• Prepares and cleans up job site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials.
• Reviews work orders, prioritizes, and determine supplies for repair and purchases supplies using District purchase order system.
• Performs work and cross trains in at least one other trade as an apprentice.
• Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24 hour on-call basis.
• Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Benefits

• time off
• health and wellness benefits
• PERA Retirement

What This Job Offers

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