The Facilities Maintenance Technician will perform installation, repair, and maintenance of assigned HVAC systems and equipment, grounds, buildings, and facilities; assist in coordinating maintenance services and activities with other City departments and outside contractors and vendors. Candidates should be highly self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

The Facilities Division is committed to maintaining the cleanliness, sanitization, maintenance, and optimal functioning of City buildings and facilities. We take pride in our work and adapt quickly to policy and process requirements at the departmental, local, and State level in order to ensure the safety and health of our fellow employees and community members who work at and visit our facilities.

We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports quality work-life balance including 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for holiday, personal, and/or sick days, health insurance options, employer-matched retirement, a City employee health clinic, wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact.

At the City of Grand Junction, we lead the way with continuous improvement, collaborative partnerships, and exemplary service. Our core values are demonstrated by our willingness to challenge the status quo, work together using all areas of expertise to achieve a common goal, and commit to fulfilling our community’s needs through thoughtful interactions.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate and perform the preventative maintenance on all HVAC systems. Make repairs and adjustments to HVAC systems.
• Install and rotate filters, change fan belts, check temperature settings, troubleshoot problems with heating and cooling systems; install and repair exhaust fans.
• Assist in performing installation, repair, and maintenance of assigned systems, equipment, grounds, buildings, and facilities.
• Assist in performing routine and non-licensed electrical work; change ballasts, outlets, and switches; install light fixtures.
• Assist in performing plumbing work; make repairs and/or adjustments to plumbing, including unstopping drains, repairing, or replacing flush valves, toilets, and sinks.
• Assist in performing building renovations and repairs including removal or installation of flooring and ceiling tiles, sheet rock and drywall, fixtures and appliances and painting of interior and exterior surfaces.

• Three (3) years of residential/commercial HVAC service experience.
• Possession of a valid Universal Refrigerant License.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.