Auraria) Field Equipment Technician AM & PM Shifts

Department Information

This is a Non-Classified position, performing the outlined duties with the Auraria Higher Education Center.

Welcome to the Auraria Campus located in the Platte River Valley in downtown Denver. The Auraria Campus is the service provider for 38,000 students and approximately 5000 faculty and staff working at and attending the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the University of Colorado Denver. Learn more about us through this link:
The Auraria Campus

Auraria employees enjoy an excellent benefits package which includes such benefits as follows:

• paid vacation
• holidays
• sick leave
• multiple medical
• dental and vision options
• discounted RTD Eco-Pass
• Benefit Hub
• outstanding retirement plan

Learn more through this link:
Non-Classified Benefits Package.

So, if you're interested in a great job working alongside great people, this may be the opportunity for which you've been waiting for.

We are currently hiring for two full‑time positions, with one opening available on each shift. This job posting is for both opportunities:

• AM
  
  Shift: 6:00 a.m.
  
  - 2:30 p.m.
• PM
  
  Shift: 1:00 p.m.
  
  - 9:30 p.m.

Applicants will be asked to select their preferred shift as part of the application process. Please note that only one position is available for each shift, and applicants will be considered for the shift they select.

This position is responsible for the oversight, maintenance, and operational readiness of parking equipment, parking technology systems, departmental mechanical systems, and state fleet vehicles for Parking & Transportation Services. The Field Equipment Technician ensures that all field and back‑office systems function efficiently through preventive maintenance, timely repair, accurate documentation, and coordination with vendors and campus partners.

This position assists in equipment deployment and setup, supports operational logistics, provides technical guidance and supports supervisors with training to staff, and contributes to a positive customer service experience across the Auraria Campus. Field Equipment Technicians work collaboratively with operations staff and other technicians to support departmental objectives.

• Oversee the maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting of parking equipment including lot pay stations, single-space meters, parking management software, meter management systems, vehicle tracking systems, network-connected field equipment, and associated back‑office systems.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and connecting issues in collaboration with Auraria Campus IT and system vendors.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable operating systems and coordinate firmware, software, and hardware updates
• Perform component repair and replacement to ensure uninterrupted operation of parking systems.
• Maintain detailed documentation of maintenance activities, system performance, equipment diagnostics, and corrective actions.
• Conducts or support staff in training on parking equipment operations with supervisor oversight, software systems, and troubleshooting procedures and maintain associated training documentation.
• Follow established campus safety procedures, lockout/tagout protocols, and departmental operating procedures while performing maintenance and repair activities.
• Ensure the safe operation and handling of tools, vehicles, equipment, and maintenance materials.
• Assist the Assistant Director with setup, maintenance, and logistics for new and existing mechanical systems and equipment.

• Manage maintenance schedules, vehicle service work orders, repairs, and inspections for departmental state fleet vehicles in coordination with campus Vehicle Maintenance, and State Fleet teams.
• Document all vehicle maintenance and repairs, including cost estimates, labor, and parts usage.
• Ensure compliance with state fleet, campus vehicle, maintenance, and safety requirements.
• Monitor vehicle condition and recommend repairs, replacements, or preventive maintenance activities as needed.