Fort Lewis College Physical Plant Services Structural Department - Structural Trades I

Overview

Fort Lewis College, a public institution located in Durango, Colorado, offers degree programs in arts, business, education, health fields, humanities, social and natural sciences, and teacher education. Our inspiring mountain campus is located atop a scenic mesa overlooking historic Durango and situated between the San Juan Mountains and the desert Southwest. We are committed to accessible and high-quality baccalaureate education, and our hallmarks are close relationships between students and faculty, the freedom of intellectual exploration, and the challenge of experiential learning. Durango is a multicultural community with outdoor lifestyle and regional amenities.

Description Of Job

Fort Lewis College's Structural Maintenance work unit provides services to support teaching and learning. The incumbent will report to a Structural Maintenance Supervisor (Structural Trades III) and work with Structural Trades II staff. This essential services position ensures construction, maintenance and modifications comply with specifications, plans, codes, and Fort Lewis College standards, while following safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Basic Structural Repairs (40%) : perform basic maintenance under supervision, repair campus facilities / fixtures, secure damaged glass and windows, repair / replace doors, hardware, and related components; repair furniture and blinds; patch and finish drywall; replace fire extinguishers; design and fabricate repair parts; weld as needed; assist with roof repairs and emergency fixes; complete or assist in other structural system repairs as directed.
• Painting (40%) : perform skilled interior and exterior painting, including surface preparation, priming, finishing, scaffolding, masking, and protecting adjacent areas; assist in paint maintenance program and supervising summer staff where applicable.
• Physical Plant Services & Campus Support (10%) : perform other duties including snow removal, cleaning, moving, event set-ups, and assisting PPS shops as needed.
• Work Scheduling and Data Entry (5%) : use TMA Work Order System for all work requests, prioritize and assign unassigned orders, track labor and materials, close completed orders, and maintain up-to-date entries.
• Training & Professional Development (5%) : complete required training, review employee handbooks and policies, and participate in meetings and professional development aligned with institutional goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Required Competencies

Conditions of Employment

Job Duties (Representative)

Training & Documentation

Employees must review and comprehend applicable employee handbooks, policies, safety and compliance training, and participate in meetings and professional development aligned with institutional goals.

Appeal Rights

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or consideration may request a review by the State Personnel Director, or file an appeal with the State Personnel Board as described in the Colorado regulations provided in the job posting.

Supplemental Information

The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act to provide access to the Campus Security Report. The report includes policy information, crime statistics, and resources; access details are provided in the posting.

Equal Opportunity

Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Equal opportunity for employment is provided to all persons. See www.fortlewis.edu / CARE for additional resources.

ADA Accommodations

Any person with a disability may request accommodations to complete employment assessments. To request an accommodation, contact the designated college official with advance notice.

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Other

Industries : Government Administration

Note : This posting reflects a past opportunity and may be expired as of the current date.

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