Skilled Maintenance Technician I or II – Parks Plumbing

Salary See Position Description Location Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services - City of Colorado Springs, CO Job Type Classified - Full Time Job Number 18308 Division Parks, Rec & Cultural Svc Department Park Maintenance Opening Date 09/14/2026 Closing Date 9/28/2026 3:00 PM Mountain FLSA Non-Exempt DescriptionBenefitsQuestions Description / Position Overview Skilled Maintenance Technician l or ll - Plumbing The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome a Skilled Maintenance Technician l or II to the Plumbing Mechanical team! As a Skilled Maintenance Technician l or II for Plumbing, you will use your expertise in plumbing to perform construction, maintenance, and repair duties across city parks and buildings while ensuring work quality, safety, and compliance with regulations. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting the design, upkeep, and functionality of vital city infrastructure. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 6:30am-3:00pm. This position requires you to be available for on-call and/or overtime to assist with emergencies/disaster situations Depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected, this position will be filled at either the Skilled Maintenance Technician I or Skilled Maintenance Technician II level. Competitive Hourly Pay Based On Experience Skilled Maintenance Technician I: $24.02–$28.84/hour Skilled Maintenance Technician II: $28.54–$34.27/hour This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year. As a Maintenance Technician I, You Will Assist Skilled Maintenance Technician II and Senior level technicians in plumbing repairs pertaining to parks and park facilities such as replacement and repair of backflow assemblies, irrigation main line repairs, restroom facility repairs, sewer line back up, rooter services, general construction and maintenance supportUse your apprentice level experience in plumbing to solder, glue and repair pipe, properly install fittings and mechanical devicesComplete tasks efficiently using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipmentRemain on a rotational on call as needed for emergency and disaster situationsAssist other technicians with spray park, swimming pool mechanical repairs and maintenancePossess or obtain American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE) certified backflow tester certification within 1 rear of hire Complete other duties as assigned As a Maintenance Technician II, You Will Perform skilled maintenance and technical duties, to repair, test and replace backflow assembly devices, irrigation mainlines, plumbing devices and fixtures.Possess American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE) backflow inspection and tester license, and perform yearly backflow assembly testing and log dataUse in depth journey level plumbing expertise to troubleshoot, design and implement maintenance and repair solutionsRead and interpret plans and drawings, assess projects, design and layout workEstimate and requisition time, materials and equipment needed for projectsConduct field inspections to ensure quality safety and compliance with city policiesProvide technical support to supervisors, lead team members and respond to public inquiries courteouslyEnsure adherence to workplace safety practicesProvide guidance, mentorship and training to develop other team membersComplete other duties as assigned Learn more about the Skilled Maintenance Technician I by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page Learn more about the Skilled Maintenance Technician II by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate Skills or Knowledge of: A plumbing technical maintenance craft discipline with use of analytical judgment and decision makingPlumbing troubleshooting maintenance principles, methods, and best practicesPertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations Basic computer skills including the use of Microsoft OfficeOccupational hazards and standard safety practicesCapability of working in confined spaces to include meter pits and equipment vaults Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writingWork independently and/or in a team environment Establish and maintain effective working relationshipsStay current on new trends, innovations and technology specific to plumbing Minimum Qualifications We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education. Skilled Maintenance Technician I Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).One year of full-time, professional experience in a related field.Possess upon hire and maintain a valid non probationary drivers license, not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and or drug violations or pending charges Skilled Maintenance Technician II: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.Possess upon hire and maintain a valid non probationary drivers license, not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and or drug violations or pending charges Additional Information Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back. NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). 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To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page. Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding! Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information. The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families. 01 What is the highest level of education you have completed? Less than high schoolHigh School diploma or GEDAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or above 02 How many years of relevant experience do you possess? Less than one yearOne or more yearsTwo or more yearsThree or more yearsFour or more yearsFive or more yearsSix or more yearsSeven or more yearsEight or more yearsNine or more yearsTen or more years 03 Please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience. 04 Do you currently possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions? YesNo Required Question Employer City of Colorado Springs Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301 Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903 Phone (719) 385-5125 Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov