Facilities Operations Technician

JOB LOCATION 13636 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado 80012-1330 City of Aurora, Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES If you consider buildings more like living, breathing organisms than just bricks and mortar, then listen up. Do you get a kick out of turning an "uh-oh" into an "ah-ha!"? We are looking for a Facilities Operations Technician. This role is for someone who loves getting their hands dirty and making things work. You will be our buildings' best friend, the person ensuring everything hums along just right. Expect to perform preventive maintenance inspections, conduct minor repairs, and assist with various construction tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC system fixes. You are essentially the heartbeat of our commercial facilities, keeping them in top shape for everyone. We understand that life happens. This position participates in a rotating on-call schedule with other trade specialists. This setup allows for a much more fulfilled work-life balance, ensuring that no single person carries the full after-hours load. If you are a resourceful individual, ready to be the expert hand our facilities need, bringing your know-how to a team that values your skills, we want to hear from you. Please help us keep our city running smoothly, one perfectly maintained building at a time. The deadline to submit applications is July 29, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. Salary to be commensurate with experience. The hiring range for this position is $22.06 - $27.57/Hourly. Candidates must reside in Colorado at the time of hire. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT The Facilities Operations Technician performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled facilities construction and maintenance work involving operation of City owned and leased commercial buildings and facilities. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts preventive maintenance inspections of buildings and facilities assigned by area within the City boundaries Performs preventative maintenance tasks Monitors and provides quality control and services of outside contractors Performs minor and major repairs Performs semi-skilled maintenance tasks including minor plumbing repair, lighting repair, HVAC tasks, roof repair, flooring repair, interior and exterior painting, drywall repairs, ceiling tiles replacement and door hardware repairs Operates and uses a variety of tools and equipment related to the maintenance function Maintains various records such as equipment, time, material, and parts inventory May assist in training other employees May act as a lead worker Emergency on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis Resolves user service complaints and interfaces with contractors Resolves problems arising during the workday Performs additional duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: At least 2 years of commercial building and facilities construction/maintenance experience Computerized work order management system knowledge (preferred) An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Licenses and Certifications: Colorado Driver's License with a good driving record Knowledge: Knowledge of basic operation of building systems Knowledge of basic tools used for building maintenance Skills: Skill in operation of equipment and tools of assigned function Skill in operation of computers and tablets Abilities: Ability to work at or above 30 feet on ladders and or aerial devices Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, contractors, vendors, and citizens Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Prioritize work assignments Establish and fulfill goals and objectives Physical Demands: Moderate to heavy physical work depending upon assigned function; may require ability to lift 50 pounds with or without assistance Frequent walking, standing, and sitting; may perform activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer keyboard Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of tools, equipment, and vehicles to drive between facilities Vision to read manuals, reports, and various related instruments Speech and hearing to maintain communication with employees, vendors, and citizens and the ability to provide technical information Work Environment: Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions, noise, dust, and fumes Equipment Used: Operates equipment and vehicles common to facilities maintenance Field tablet for work order tracking system Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment common to construction and maintenance; operates vehicles such as snow plows Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the City, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel. The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired. Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References: As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check. Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity Respect Professionalism Customer Service And we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community Growing city and employee population Competitive total compensation package Rich benefits package with low employee costs Generous paid leave program 100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs Continued education and career advancement opportunities Learn more about city of Aurora benefits Notice Regarding Automated Processing and Fraud Prevention As part of our recruiting and application security processes, we may use automated tools and technologies to help detect fraudulent activity, protect applicant accounts, and support the administration of employment applications. 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Leaving blanks or omitting previous employment may result in your disqualification from employment. City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials. Applicants who hold a Commercial Driver’s License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device. The city of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States. Know your rights! The city of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. No applicant for employment or employee shall be discriminated against because of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability or military status. The city shall develop and maintain a plan for diversity. Through its staff, the city shall periodically analyze its employment related practices and its plan for diversity to ensure compliance with this policy. If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation for completing this application, please feel free to contact our office at: View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit us at 15151 E. Alameda Pkwy., Suite 3500, Aurora, CO 80012.