Structural Trades Supervisor- Athletics

Requisition Number: 74330

Location:

Boulder, Colorado

City:
Boulder

State:
Colorado

Employment Type:

University Staff

Schedule:

Full-Time

Posting Close Date: 07-Sep-2026

Date Posted: 19-Aug-2026

CU Boulder encourages applications for a Structural Trades Supervisor! This position is responsible for supervising all aspects of operation and maintenance of the Athletic Department facilities. This position will assist with special events and be responsible for and coordinate outside maintenance contractors supporting the University of Colorado Intercollegiate Athletic Department by providing total customer service for Intercollegiate Athletic Department staff, student-athletes, the University community, and the general public

This position is responsible for promoting the philosophy and objectives of the intercollegiate athletics program. This shall include adhering to the principles of the Athletic Department's Mission Statement, Core Values, Policies and Procedures, as well as the rules and regulations of the University, the Big 12 Conference and the NCAA.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

As one of 34 U.S. public research institutions belonging to the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU)-and the only member in the Rocky Mountain region-our goal at CU Boulder is to directly affect Colorado communities through collaborative research, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our faculty, staff, and students work with the broader community to establish outstanding connections that have lasting outcomes-both across Colorado and around the world.

Provide Supervision over Structural Trades personnel

• Supervise a team of 2 more trades personnel
• Lead, plan, and schedule daily operations.
• Material management; ordering building needs, and basic knowledge of specific items needed to complete work orders.
• Run, plan, and schedule work order system (FIIX). Work with staff to setup timelines, and order/use back stock to complete projects.
• Budget conscious and ability to understand overall yearly planning.

Outside Contractors:

• Supervise and coordinate outside contractors and University maintenance personnel in performance of duties, ensuring quality workmanship and completion on schedule. A broad-based knowledge of construction techniques and methods is required to effectively accomplish this task. When assessing potential work, draw on experience, as well as consider life cycle and overall costs, before recommending which direction to take with assignment.

Manages All Aspect of Operation and Maintenance of Multiple or Large Physical Facilities:

• Repair to building systems. Perform repairs to various building system by assessing the problem, determining the correct course of action and compiling the repair or requesting additional assistance, if required. At times the position may need to drive a University vehicle. After interviewing a customer requesting work, diagnose the problem, develop a course of action, determine an appreciate schedule, complete the repair.
  
  Recommendations that include repairs or replacements could have significant budget impacts. This position will need to prioritize the renovation project and recommend a course of action to supervisors regarding major project and renovations.

Repair, Reassemble and Install Equipment, Machinery, Plumbing, Carpentry:

• Maintain various equipment and machinery. Maintain equipment by designing and implementing the proper preventative schedule for equipment, machinery and tools. this includes, but is not limited to, the maintenance of grounds equipment, such as push mowers, tractors and line stripers and/or construction trade tools.

Renovating Building Systems:

• Renovate building components and systems by assessing and interpreting the user's needs, figuring out appropriate course of…