Facilities Engineer

Facilities Engineer

Closes on August 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. MST

Reports To:

Facilities Supervisor

Division:
Internal Services/Facilities

FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: 13 or 14

Facilities Engineer II $72,194 to $85,305

Facilities Engineer I $81,184 to $95,691

General Position Summary

The purpose of the Facilities Engineer is to ensure SMFR maintains safe and operational facilities and equipment by performing general repair, maintenance and inspections. This position performs work in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, landscaping and other building maintenance and equipment repair. The Facilities Engineer performs inspections, diagnoses problems, and repairs or coordinates repairs with outside contractors. Two levels of this position exist as outlined below.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Facilities Engineer II (General Level) Performs general facilities maintenance and repair work involving building systems, equipment, and infrastructure. Assignments include routine and preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting, inspections, and repairs to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, landscaping, carpentry, and building systems. Work is performed under general supervision, with more complex issues referred to higher-level staff. This classification is expected to develop proficiency across a broad range of facility maintenance functions.

Facilities Engineer I (Journey Level) Performs the full range of journey-level facilities maintenance work and is distinguished by the ability to independently diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex building systems and equipment. Incumbents exercise independent judgment in prioritizing work, identifying root causes, and determining appropriate corrective actions. Work includes advanced maintenance and repair tasks, coordinating with outside contractors as needed, and serving as a technical resource for complex maintenance issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs or schedules emergency and routine repairs and preventative maintenance on all facility systems and equipment including HVAC systems, electrical systems, power generators, exhaust systems, gas powered and electrical landscaping equipment, irrigation systems, kitchen and laundry appliances, bay door operations systems and building structures including roofs, gutters, doors, drywall, and painting.

Performs maintenance and repair work on a variety of buildings, including fire stations, administrative offices, training facilities, and other owned and leased District facilities.

Receives and evaluates repair requests from line and staff personnel to determine if repairs should be performed in-house or through a contracted repair service. Oversees and inspects the work of contractors and outside vendors.

Documents repair request completion to include time requirements, repair/parts costs, and notification of completion to reporting parties.

Maintains detailed records for all facilities including repair records, preventative maintenance schedules and cost of repair.

Maintains an inventory of commonly used repair parts in a clean and orderly parts room.

Serves on committees related to equipment and facilities.

Assists with developing specifications for new equipment and orders replacement parts and equipment as needed.

Carries cell phone as required for on-call emergency maintenance and repairs.

Attends conferences, seminars, and classes to keep abreast of emerging building systems and technologies.

Performs other related maintenance and repair tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Experience, Licenses & Certifications (An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position is qualifying.)

Facilities Engineer II (General Level)

Requires a High School Diploma or GED. Skilled Trades School Electrical, Plumbing or HVAC Certification is preferred.

Minimum of three (3) years of general building maintenance/mechanical repair experience.

Possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR's Driving Records Policy.

Must obtain CPR certification within one (1) year of hire.

Facilities Engineer I (Journey Level)

High School Diploma or GED is required. Advanced coursework in a building or maintenance trade equivalent to an Associate degree is preferred.

Minimum of four (4) years of building maintenance/mechanical repair experience to include three (2) years of experience in a specific building trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC) at the journeyman level.

Must possess and maintain at least one of the following licenses:

Colorado Journeyman Level Electrician's License

Colorado Journeyman Level Plumber's License

HVACR Technician Certification including EPA Section 608 Certification

Possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's license and an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR's Driving Records Policy.

Must obtain CPR certification within one (1) year of hire.

Necessary…