HVAC, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Pay Rate: 24.69 USD

Position Summary:

Applications for this position will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. on November 8, 2026. The pay rate for this position is $24.69 per hour. This is an essential services position that is eligible for overtime when preapproved by the supervisor and is eligible for call back pay and shift differential when applicable. This is a covered position under the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs & Services Act.

Physical Plant Services supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities. The services are coordinated through the Service Center and are accomplished by Custodial Services, Electrical and Electronic Systems Maintenance, Grounds and Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance, and Structural Maintenance. The Project Management work unit plans projects and provides design and construction management services to support the facilities improvement and construction program.

The Mechanical Systems Maintenance work unit is responsible for the maintenance, repair, improvement, and installation of plumbing, heating, refrigeration, and ventilation systems and equipment at Fort Lewis College. The primary purpose of this work unit is to provide services and ideas that will create the best possible environment for teaching and learning at Fort Lewis College. This position is at the sub journeyman level and exists to provide support and maintenance on, but not limited to the following:
1. Preventive maintenance program
2. Supply Fans
3. Return Fans
4. Exhaust Fans
5. Furnaces 6. Motors 7. V Belts
8. Kitchen equipment
9. Heating Systems 10. Cooling Systems 11. Assist Higher Level Technicians when needed.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage through State of Colorado employee benefits.
• Retirement options through Colorado PERA, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans, plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, employee wellness resources, annual and sick leave, paid family and medical leave for eligible employees, and 11 paid holidays.
• Additional Fort Lewis College benefits and discounts.
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• Experience Only:
  Two (2) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years
  ** Please make the work experience listed within your job application clearly demonstrated your skills related to the job duties for this position.

• Work experience in a higher education institution
• Work experience with a computerized work order system

• Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
• Reading, writing and oral comprehension
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Active listening skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
• Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
• Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
• Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
• Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner.
• Committed to quality service