Facilities Specialist

Facilities Specialist Job Duties: Perform regular cleaning and maintenance of all museum areas, including restrooms, floors, surfaces, exhibits, offices, and common areas. Remove trash and recycling, replacing liners as needed. Clean and disinfect high‑touch surfaces such as handrails, tables, chairs, exhibit components, and doors. Spot‑clean spills, stains, and debris throughout the museum to maintain a presentable space. Maintain restroom cleanliness, restocking consumables (soap, toilet paper, paper towels) and addressing sanitation concerns immediately. Maintain common areas – restock breakroom supplies, keep conference rooms and storage closets organized. Perform regular deep cleaning as required. Assist with setup and breakdown for museum events, programs, and special requests. Provide basic AV support for event rooms and conferences. Maintain and organize janitorial supplies, reporting inventory needs. Support building exterior upkeep such as minor landscaping, window cleaning, power washing, and snow removal. Machine‑scrub and buff terrazzo floors. Respond promptly to urgent cleaning needs or maintenance requests from museum staff. Perform general maintenance duties including repairs of toilet facilities, heating and cooling systems, lamps, light fixtures, ceiling tiles, furniture, floor patches, door hardware, and painting of walls. Assist with replacement of HVAC filters. Perform routine preventative or predictive maintenance and repairs as requested. Act as on‑call for the History Colorado Center and Denver sites on a rotating basis, responding to emergencies by phone or onsite within a reasonable time. Complete documentation and checklists via History Colorado’s work order system. Help increase the aesthetic of buildings, reduce safety and utility costs, and improve overall patron experience. Perform other facilities maintenance items as needed to keep History Colorado properties in good condition. Qualifications: High school diploma required. Dependable transportation and valid Colorado driver’s license. Ability to lift over 30 pounds. Ability to work outdoors for extended hours. Adaptability to a flexible work schedule and location as needed. Ability to think creatively, communicate effectively, solve problems proactively, and take direction. Willingness to assist the Facilities Department and community museums with duties as a team member. Strong management and organizational skills. Experience using technical equipment such as computers, printers, and proficiency with email, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Word, and Excel. Successful completion of a criminal history background and motor vehicle check. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Benefits: Retirement benefits (PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, 401(k), 457). Medical and dental health plans. Health Savings Account. Paid life insurance. Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage. 11 paid holidays per year plus accrued vacation and sick leave. State employee discount program. Employee wellness program. Flexible work‑life schedules. #J-18808-Ljbffr