TECHNICIAN L1, PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE

Performs equipment maintenance activities required for District playground equipment properties in optimal condition.

About the role

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of L2 or L3 technicians, assists with and/or performs all functions of the L2 (Journeyman) and L3 (Master or Multi-Skilled) level position.
• Performs annual District-wide playground equipment safety inspection to monitor compliance with Colorado School Districts Self Insurance Pool requirements and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) Playground Standards.
• Installs different types of playground, play, and athletic equipment in accordance with CPSC guidelines and related athletic sport rules of play.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains playgrounds, play areas, courts, and support equipment.
• Performs minor welding repair and maintenance.
• Communicates and coordinates with staff at the work site and with other shop staff.
• Diagnoses repairs; modifies and performs repairs using blueprints while considering playground safety codes.
• Prepares and cleans up job site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials.
• Reviews work orders, prioritizes, and determines supplies for repair; purchases supplies using the District purchase order system.
• Performs work and cross-trains in at least one other trade as an apprentice.
• Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24-hour on-call basis.
• Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (minimum required).
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards.
• Must have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must hold/obtain and maintain certification as a Certified Playground Inspector from the National Playground Safety Association (NPSA).
• Certification in several types of industrial welding (oxy-acetylene and AC/DC arc welding preferred).
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado.
• Commitment to lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community.
• Belief in and support for all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high-quality education.

Pay

Salary Range: $23.331–$23.755.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Time off.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• PERA Retirement.