Maintenance Technician (Part-Time or Full-Time, Seasonal)

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Mountain Recreation is seeking reliable and hardworking individuals to join our Facilities team as Maintenance Technicians. This position supports the upkeep maintenance and safe operation of parks athletic fields and recreational facilities. As part of the Maintenance Team this role plays an important part in ensuring our community spaces are clean safe and well-maintained for daily use programs and special events.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: District-wide Eagle Sports Complex (Eagle CO) Freedom Park (Edwards CO)

Employment Type: Temporary Seasonal April September

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)

Schedule: Part-Time or full-time hours available; schedule may include mornings evenings weekends and holidays as needed. On-call hours may also be required.

Supervision Required: Directly reports to the Maintenance Supervisor

Supervision Exercised: None

Work Environment and Physical Demands: Works indoors at Mountain Recreation facilities and outdoors at sports complexes. The work environment and physical demands described below are representative of those an employee will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent exposure to sun wet and/or humid conditions or other outdoor weather conditions
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts toxic or caustic chemicals (e.g. paint pesticides chlorine)
• Safe operation of motorized vehicles and maintenance equipment
• Prolonged standing walking bending kneeling and repetitive motions
• Exposure to moderate noise levels
• Traverse uneven terrain and work on active job sites
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Salary: $18.49 $23.11/hour; DOE. Staff in this position are eligible for a $1/hour incentive for Spanish/English bilingual skills upon passing a language competency test. Seasonal employees in good standing may also qualify for an end-of-season bonus of up to $200.

Benefits:

• Retirement Savings: 3.75% employer contribution to a 401(a)-retirement account.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to mental health resources life coaching financial and legal consultation and more through AllOne Health.
• Paid Time Off: Accrued sick leave in accordance with HFWA.
• Facility Access & Memberships: Complimentary access to all three Mountain Recreation facilities and a free membership to the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Program Discounts: 20% off facility programs for employees and immediate family members.
• Family Discounts: Discounted punch cards for immediate family members at the Gypsum Recreation Center.
• Outdoor Gear Perks: Access to pro deals on top outdoor industry brands.
• Scholarship Opportunities: Student scholarship programs available.
• Healthcare Options: Opportunity to enroll in Vail Valley Partnerships One Valley Healthcare Planan affordable healthcare program for employees and their families.

Mountain Recreation believes that everyone including our staff deserves to be healthy and happy. We foster a culture of accountability and flexibility while offering world-class benefits.

For more details on employee benefits visit: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Statement of Duties: This is a temporary seasonal entry-level position that supports the Maintenance Supervisor in the upkeep maintenance and safe operation of parks athletic fields and recreational facilities. Performs routine operational and maintenance duties to help ensure facilities and grounds are safe clean and well-maintained for public use throughout the season.

Examples of Duties:

The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties or skills required.

• Cleans and maintains facilities including complex restrooms storage sheds bleachers concession stands dugouts and surrounding grounds.
• Operates and maintains ground care equipment such as mowers tractors string trimmers sprayers and limited heavy equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Maintains District athletic fields for practices and games including dragging harrowing watering aerating and lining/marking playing surfaces; identifies and addresses safety hazards.
• Assists with construction and remodeling projects including basic carpentry painting plumbing concrete work excavation wildlife habitat improvements and maintenance of upland natural areas.
• Performs trash and recycling removal including transporting large items to designated disposal areas.
• Assists with irrigation system installation maintenance and seasonal preparation including repairing and replacing heads troubleshooting issues blowing out lines aerating turf and winterizing systems.
• Assists with setup operation and tear-down of special events and District programs.
• Performs general facility maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs and maintaining scoreboards.
• Installs and maintains field advertising signage rink dasher boards fencing and related signage.
• Maintains tools and equipment in clean safe working conditions and reports needed repairs promptly.
• Assists with inventory control and ensures tools and supplies are properly stored and maintained.
• Communicates openly and constructively with the Maintenance Supervisor and District staff to support efficient operations and positive team morale.
• Reports unsafe conditions hazards or needed repairs to appropriate personnel immediately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPENTENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Considerable knowledge of:

• Basic principles practices and methods used in park and facility maintenance repair and construction.
• Safe operation and routine maintenance of powered equipment and hand tools commonly used in grounds and facility maintenance.

Skills and abilities:

• Safely operate powered equipment and hand tools in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work independently while exercising initiative and sound judgment.
• Perform strenuous physical labor including lifting heavy objects and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Establish and maintain effective cooperative and respectful working relationships with supervisors coworkers and the public

Tools and Equipment Used: Equipment may include but is not limited to: lawn mowers string trimmers (weed eaters) utility vehicles (e.g. Gator 2x4) paint sprayers hand tools small power tools and required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements:

Education and experience

• Must be at least 16 years of age; AND
• High school diploma or GED equivalent or currently enrolled in high school; AND
• Previous volunteer or work experience in park maintenance horticulture landscaping irrigation technology construction or a related field; OR
• Any satisfactory combination of education training and experience that demonstrates the knowledge skills and ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Valid Colorado Drivers License with an acceptable driving record.

Certifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

FORWARD TOGETHER

You are welcome at Mountain Rec for who you are no matter where you come from what you look like or what keeps you active. Recreation is for everyoneand so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our organization the more we will all thrive contribute and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience your perspectives and your background. It is in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way we PLAY.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mountain Recreation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other status protected under applicable federal state or local law.

Colorado Residents: We are committed to fair hiring any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. This position will require the applicant to verify the meeting of a minimum age requirement of 16 years old as such requirement is a bona fide occupational qualification pertaining to public safety and required by law.