General LaborMaintenance

EFFECTIVE: 2025-2026 school year
Position Type: Non-exempt hourly
8 hours/day
229 days/year
Benefits Eligible:Yes

POSITION SUMMARY:
The General Laborer plays a vital role in maintaining the overall functionality and appearance of Englewood Schools facilities. This position involves assisting with routine maintenance tasks including general laborer duties in custodial services preventative maintenance and snow/ice removal.. The general laborer will serve as a backup or substitute for custodial staff at schools ensuring cleanliness and operational efficiency. Additionally the role supports administrative functions by transitioning between various responsibilities as directed by the Director or Supervisor of Operations and Maintenance. A key aspect of this position is enhancing response times to work orders and improving the efficiency of addressing maintenance issues. The general laborer will also support HVAC functions focusing on reducing costs related to filter changes and coil cleaning. Finally this role is dedicated to developing and promoting positive community relations ensuring that all facilities reflect the community pride of Englewood Schools and present a positive public image.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform maintenance and custodial work throughout the District including heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks.
• Fill in for Head Custodians as needed handling cleaning and maintenance across district buildings.
• Clean facilities including trash removal and bathroom cleaning
• Conduct routine checks and maintenance on HVAC systems including filter changes.
• Maintain and repair gym equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
• Handle minor plumbing and electrical repairs painting and drywall repair.
• Manage outdoor tasks such as parking lot maintenance athletic field lining mowing trimming and trash collection.
• Perform roof inspections gutter cleaning and address related issues.
• Picking up trash in exterior areas
• Remove snow and ice using trucks tractors or manual methods.
• Assisting maintenance staff as requested
• Actively participating in meetings in-service and other required training
• Applying and implementing knowledge skills and new understanding to support Operations Maintenance and Transportation
• Maintain district vehicles to ensure proper functioning and perform preventative maintenance.
• Performing other related duties as assigned or requested

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
None

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards work order system state guidelines and school system policy. The education/training/experience license/certification general expectations physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The education/training/experience license/certification general expectations physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Five (5) years of general facilities maintenance experience (preferred).
Demonstrated experience with a variety of maintenance and ground equipment required.
Bilingual (preferred). English fluency will be determined through the interview process.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Colorado Drivers License.
Must maintain a driving record that meets the standards of the District insurance policy.

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis instruction negotiation coordination communication problem-solving and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing computing synthesizing and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws regulations and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 75 (seventy-five) pounds. Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds. Frequent to constant sitting standing walking reaching bending and digging. Frequent to occasional stooping kneeling squatting crawling and climbing. Visual concentration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Regular exposure to fumes airborne particles moving parts vibration and chemicals. Regular exposure to adverse climate and weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

REPORTS TO:
Supervisor of Operations and Maintenance

LOCATION:
Duell Service Center/District Wide

SALARY:
Starting rate is $23.46 ï½ 26.54 per hour depending upon full-time job-related experience.

BENEFITS:
At Englewood Schools we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance employee well-being and satisfaction. Our offerings include Paid Time Off (PTO) medical dental and vision insurance and pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) with monthly District contributions for HSA. The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered which provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services and our wellness programs are designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to these benefits we offer a comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) as well as additional retirement savings options including 401(k) 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) critical illness cancer and accidents offering additional layers of security.

For more details about benefits at Englewood Schools please refer to the Benefit Guide available on the Districts website.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

CLOSING DATE:
This position will close on 3/25/2026.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
All interested and qualified applicants must complete an online application. Incomplete applications and resumes received in lieu of applications will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 the Americans with Disabilities Act the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students employees applicants for employment or members of the public on the basis of disability race creed color sex sexual orientation marital status gender identity gender expression religion national origin ancestry family composition or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age genetic information and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment if it rises to the level described in state law is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures please click here. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque Director of Opportunity Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator 4101 S. Bannock St. Englewood CO 80110 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education 1244 North Speer Blvd. Suite 310 Denver CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 950 17th St. Suite 300 Denver CO 80202 or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission 1560 Broadway Suite 825 Denver CO 80202.