Structural - Journey

ABOUT THE DISTRICTJeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENTThe Facilities Department is responsible for maintaining, servicing and improving the Jeffco Public Schools' 12 million square feet of schools and support buildings, valued at nearly $2.75 billion on 3,100 acres of land. The Facilities Department includes more than 700 employees in Building Maintenance and Site Maintenance, Construction Management, Custodial Services, Environmental Services, Energy Management, Facilities Service Desk, and Planning & Property. Overall Duties include boundaries, long-range facility planning, enrollment projections, energy and utility management, capital and bond-funded improvements, custodial services, facilities assessments, facilities maintenance, hazardous material management, landscape and paving, property management, snow removal, water and wastewater management.ABOUT THE JOBAll lateral transfers have preference to the NAS shop.HOURS AND DAYS WORKEDDesired Start Date: 12/16/2024Structural - JourneyMonthly PositionFLSA: NonexemptFTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 246Salary Plan, Grade, Step: CSE - Class Emp-246 / 1.FTE , R25, 1Pay Range: $30.73 - $38.46 Effective as of: 08-16-2024Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTThe successful new hire or rehired candidate will be responsible to complete and incur the fingerprinting and processing fee of $54.50 through an appropriate fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance.RESPONSIBILITIESSUMMARY: Perform journey level duties relating to the maintenance, repair, installation, preventive/planned maintenance, layout, and troubleshooting of facility structural systems. Perform minor maintenance duties in secondary trades. Maintain a safe, comfortable, and secure learning environment for students, staff, and the public.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.• Perform journey level skilled functions in construction, renovation, and maintenance relating to all forms of surface and flooring systems; permanent, moveable, and portable partition and wall systems; and hard, suspended, and acoustic ceiling systems.• Install and maintain doors, windows, casement, and inclusive hardware.• Evaluate, design, estimate, identify, and requisition materials for each work assignment.• Assist in minor maintenance activities utilizing secondary skills as required.• Perform journey level skills in the assessment and evaluation of structural system deficiencies and appropriate corrective action, requiring a working knowledge of current code requirements with emphasis on structural spans, fire code requirements relative to occupancy, egress, and Americans with Disabilities Act.• Perform journey level carpentry skills related to District facilities and relocate able buildings.• Provide necessary tools, materials, personnel, and clean-up required for a job, and maintain a safe work environment.• Complete and maintain required forms and records, including time and attendance and service & work orders.• Attend scheduled meetings for daily assignments, project orientation, bond-related projects, and other projects as necessary. Provide technical expertise and assistance to other departments.• Coordinate with school and staff regarding material needs, timeliness, priorities, and access to locations.• Maintain, repair, and fabricate equipment and some furniture through the use of oxy acetylene, arc, and mig welders.• Fabricate and maintain case work and counter top.• Install, maintain, and conduct safety inspections on gym equipment, basketball backboards, climbing rope, bleachers, weight and stage equipment, and other apparatus pertaining to the facilities.• Perform other duties as assigned.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma/GED required. Asbestos training (16 hours) required within 6 months after hire.EXPERIENCE: 6 years experience in journey level institutional, commercial, or industrial maintenance and new construction maintenance, including 4 years service truck experience and experience in two secondary trades related to facility maintenance.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT: Good language, good verbal and written communication, and basic math skills. Journey level knowledge in trade methods, materials, and tools. Knowledge of Uniform Building Code sections 2, 3, 4, 5 and blueprint/schematic reading. Operating knowledge of and experience with scaffolds, ladders, and man lifts. Operating knowledge of bucket truck (ANSI Certification) preferred. Must pass written and practical test prior to hire.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS: Valid Colorado driver's license. Power actuated tool certification within 3 months after hire. Bucket truck/ANSI certification preferred.SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY: Directly supervises up to 4 seasonal employees in the Facilities Services Department. Spends less than 50% of time conducting supervisory responsibilities. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Acts as a technical resource for employees within the work group by providing training, and for architects regarding bond projects and maintenance service contracts.CONTACTS: Daily contact with persons within unit/building to resolve problems and negotiate matters, and with persons outside department/building to maintain relationships. Weekly contact with vendors/suppliers to furnish or obtain information.SAFETY TO SELF AND OTHERS: High exposure to self to bruises due to power equipment and falling from high places, and to cuts due power equipment. Medium exposure to self to heat burns due to power equipment and electric shock, fractured bones due to falling from high places, hernia due to lifting heavy objects and equipment, repetitive motion due to use of power equipment, loss of limb due to power equipment, loss of sight due to power equipment and airborne particles, and fatality due to falling from high places and electrical shock. Medium exposure to co-workers to loss of sight due to power equipment and airborne particles, and fatality due to high places and electrical shock. Low exposure to self to chemical burns due to exposure to solvents, paints, stains, and adhesives, and to disease due to exposure to hepatitis while working in bathrooms.The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions 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.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.MENTAL FUNCTIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. Frequently required to compare, analyze, coordinate, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, and negotiate. Occasionally required to copy, instruct, synthesize, and compile.JUDGMENT AND DECISION MAKING: Work is assigned by work/service orders or by Group Leader. This position requires application of technical knowledge to determine the tools and materials necessary to complete a task, estimate time frames, assess applicable codes and requirements, and evaluate and minimize hazards. Work is guided by Uniform Building Code, Register 40 CFR 763.92 (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act), departmental procedure manual, National Fire Code, Americans with Disabilities Act, Refrigerant Management Program, and regulations pertaining to educational facilities. Decision making requires collaboration with group leaders, principals, Building Engineers, teachers, warehouse personnel, co-workers, contractors, and vendors. Errors in decision making could include inadequate repair or installation of structures or equipment resulting in serious injury to self, students, staff, and public. Supervisor/Manager is involved only in major decisions.DIVERSITY OF DUTIES: Duties require cross-training in hand and power tools; locksmithing; welding; flooring; sheet metal; roofing; basic HVAC, electrical, and plumbing; concrete; painting; staining; ceiling systems; wall assemblies; drywall; brick; block; minor glazing; service truck; minor maintenance; carpentry; and cabinetry. Must be cross-trained and have experience in a minimum of two secondary trades. Duties extend across several District departments.SALARYJeffco Salary SchedulesBENEFITSJeffco BenefitsEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.