Pay Rate:
21.12 USD
Position Summary:
This job posting will be open until 11:59 p.m. through April 29, 2026. All applications must be received prior to the closing date and time. All applications must be completed through our Workday portal:
https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLCWe do not accept applications from other apps or online job application sites.
Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program. Services are provided by the Service Center, Custodial Services, Electrical Systems Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance, Structural Maintenance, LTC (Labor, Trades and Crafts) general labor services, and Planning, Design & Construction work units.
The Primary goal of the Structural Maintenance work unit is to provide services and facilities that create the best possible environment for teaching and learning at Fort Lewis College. Individual Structural Trades work unit staff members are skilled in carpentry, general maintenance, roofing, painting, and locksmithing.
This essential services position exists to support the mission of the Structural Maintenance work unit, Physical Plant Services, and the College. The incumbent will report to a Structural Maintenance Supervisor (Structural Trades III) while also working with and receiving direction from other Structural Trades II staff in the work unit. This position follows established work procedures and guidelines to perform building maintenance work. This position ensures the construction, maintenance and modifications of all state buildings and related equipment fully complies with specifications and plans and adheres to all applicable codes, while following established safety practices and Fort Lewis College standards.
Please see the job description for minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, required competencies and conditions of employment. This is an essential services and is required to work during inclement weather, campus emergencies and special events.
Job Description:
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of relevant experience in a commercial, institutional or industrial setting
OR
A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years.
Please make sure your application clearly shows your experience in work duties similar to the ones listed below.
Preferred Qualifications
- structural trades experience in a higher education institution
- experience with automated work order systems
Required Competencies
- Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
- Reading, writing and oral comprehension
- Strong customer service skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Active listening skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
- Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
- Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
- Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
- Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service
Conditions of Employment
- A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.
- A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.
- This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver license. Must be in possession of the license at the time of application.
- A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory review of the driving record by the College insurance agent and the satisfactory driving record must be maintained in order to drive a campus vehicle.
- Must be able to exert 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
- Must work in proximity to moving, mechanical parts.
JOB DUTIES:
Basic Structural Repairs 40%
- Performs basic maintenance work under the direction of a Structural Maintenance Supervisor and/or by following established procedures.
- Makes repairs to campus facilities, fixtures and furnishings including campus residence halls during the summer rotational maintenance program.
- Secures damaged glass and windows.
- Repairs and replaces windows and screens including glazing, operators, window hardware and complete window assemblies.
- Repairs and replaces metal, glass and wood doors, door hardware, door closures, locks, emergency exit devices and door assemblies.
- Repairs furniture, including installation of drawer slides, caster and glide replacement, chair and seating repairs, wardrobe door and drawer repair and other cabinet repairs.
- Repairs and installs drapes, curtains and both horizontal and vertical blinds, including restringing, re-anchoring rods and replacing glides.
- Installs and repairs towel bars, soap dispensers, bike racks and other related items.
- Patches and finishes damaged wall board.
- Replaces missing or discharged fire extinguishers.
- Cuts and replaces glass in damaged fire extinguisher cabinets.
- Designs and fabricates from raw materials repair parts that are no longer available from vendors to make repairs to student residence halls, apartments and other campus facilities.
- Welds using oxygen/acetylene gas and electric welders to make necessary parts and repairs to various metal equipment, apparatus and related parts.
- Assists with repairs to roof systems; investigates leaks and determine source of leaks and makes emergency repairs as necessary.
- Completes or assists in other structural systems repairs as directed.
Painting 40%
- Performs skilled painting work following established procedures. This includes both interior and exterior surfaces, involving but not limited to working with water and/or solvent based materials such as paints, stains, thinners and clear finishes.
- Performs all necessary preparation work including priming, mixing and matching finishes, scraping, sanding, and filling surfaces to be painted.
- Erects and utilizes scaffolds or ladders to accomplish work assignment.
- Ensures adjacent surfaces are protected by covering or masking areas. This work includes ensuring material and supplies needed are purchased, stored and disposed of in accordance with current regulations.
- Assists in the management and implementation of the College paint maintenance program including the summer rotational paint maintenance of student residence halls. This work includes but is not limited to assisting in the hiring and supervision of temporary summer painting staff, establishing and utilizing safety procedures, establishing schedules, goals and priorities, and maintaining records of labor time and materials needed and used.
Physical Plant Services & Campus Support 10%
Other duties as assigned including but not limited to snow removal, clean-ip, moving, helping with set-ups for special events and assisting other staff and PPS shops as needed.
Work Scheduling and Data Entry utilizing TMA Work Order System 5%
- Utilizes the Physical Plant computerized work order system, (TMA), for all work that is requested or completed.
- Checks the TMA scheduler for new work orders throughout the day. Any unassigned work orders in the areas of responsibility are prioritized and assigned by them accordingly. Responsibilities include tracking all labor and materials and entering that information onto the work order.
- Closes all completed work orders daily.
- Makes comments within the work order (results section), so customers can access this information and determine the status of their work request.
- Remains proficient with the work order system, and obtains training or guidance that is available.
- Insures that any information entered into the work order system is up-to-date and correct, so when reports are generated from that data, it represents the best information available.
Training & Professional Development 5%
Employees must review and comprehend relevant employee handbooks and policies along with completing required training, including workplace safety, compliance, emergency procedures, and job-specific skills. Active participation in meetings, collaboration with colleagues, and professional development aligned with institutional goals are expected.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Notice to Prospective Employees:
The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:
- Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy
- Sexual assault policy
- Campus security policies
- Campus/community resources
- The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment
- Where to find registered sex offender information
- Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
- Reporting crimes
The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:
By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.
Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.
Other discrimination questions
Office of the Equal Opportunity Coordinator
David Pirrone
165 Education Business Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu
Questions about Title IX sex discrimination
Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
230 Skyhawk Station
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu
Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.
* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.
ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
