TECHNICIAN L2, STEAM / HYDRONIC SYSTEM

Facility Maintenance HVAC Technician

Applications will be received until March 24th. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About this job: Supports operations through practical application of knowledge, use of proven techniques, and adherence to procedures. Primary focus on execution of assigned tasks in a specific area of responsibility, with a technical emphasis; such as; equipment, machinery, or scientific/chemical.

What DPS Offers You:

• A culture that values equity, accountability, integrity, collaboration, and fun with a shared vision that every learner thrives.
• $37.04-$44.45. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other total reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoots, evaluates, and identifies system functioning, attempts repair or refers repair to specialist.
• Performs pipefitting installation and repair work for a variety of District HVAC systems.
• Welds or screws different types of pipe (e.g., fit screwed pipe) in system.
• Soft solder or silver solders copper materials/pipes.
• Fabricates, repairs, and installs HVAC system piping; rigging heavy loads and coordinating with other shop staff.
• Diagnoses, repairs, modifies, and performs repairs using blueprints and schematics; and considering building codes (e.g., UBC) standards.
• Designs and modifies existing District systems.
• Performs work and cross trains in at least one other trade, as an apprentice.
• Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24 hour on-call basis and responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Communicates and coordinates with staff at work site and other shop staff.
• Prepares and cleans up job site (e.g., erecting scaffolding), taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others (e.g., students, employees), and disposes of waste and flammable materials.
• Reviews work orders, prioritizes, and determines supplies for repair and purchases supplies using District purchase order system.
• Under direction of L3 (Master or Multi-Skilled), may assist or perform the following functions: Bids on work requested by schools and prepares cost estimates; trains and mentors other shop staff; inspects work of independent contractors and identifies deficiencies; communicates with project manager about correcting deficiencies according to code (e.g., city, state) and DPS specifications.

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• L2: Four (4) years experience.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet district insurability standards.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun.

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter, and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.