Maintenance Worker I, II, III

Salary : $49,462.40 - $82,035.20 Annually
Location : Mead
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00012
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/14/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Job Description
Performs a wide range of maintenance tasks-including unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled work-in the construction, operation, repair, and upkeep of the Town's infrastructure. This includes sewers, streets, parks, storm drainage systems, facilities, and buildings. Safely operates various hand tools, power equipment, construction machinery, and vehicles to support these activities.
The Maintenance Worker I may often perform basic duties required by the Maintenance Worker II but is not expected to have the depth of experience skill level and certifications. As a result, the Maintenance Worker I will work with less tools and mechanical equipment and have less opportunities for working independently and making judgements on matters related to work procedures and methods.
The Maintenance Worker II differs from a Maintenance Worker I in that the incumbent performs more complex maintenance duties. They typically will operate more independently, exercising judgement, and operating the full range of tools and mechanical equipment needed.

The Maintenance Worker III differs from a Maintenance Worker II in that the incumbent performs complex and specialized maintenance duties and projects. They will operate more independently, exercising judgement, and operating the full range of tools and mechanical equipment needed. This position may act as an on-site foreman with limited supervision of staff.
Work Arrangement: The position requires on-site presence and is not a remote role

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

• MWI: This is an entry-level position that works under the immediate supervision of the Maintenance Worker III and direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor (Parks & Public Works)
• MWII: This is a journey-level position that works under the general supervision of the Operations Supervisor (Parks & Public Works) or a higher-level Maintenance Worker
• MWIII: This is a senior-level position that works with minimal supervision of the Operations Supervisor (Parks & Public Works) and may provide field supervision to MWI and MW II.

PAY RANGES FOR MAINTENANCE WORKER LADDER
Job TitleHr MinMidMaxMaintenance Worker I$23.78$27.94$32.10Maintenance Worker II$25.61$30.73$35.85Maintenance Worker III$28.17$33.80$39.44 POSITION CLOSE DATE: This position will stay open through June 14, 2026 however we will start interviewing as soon as possible and may fill position before the close date. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered.

Summary of Duties
The below list is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of the position and not allencompassing. The Town may change these duties at any time. Duties may vary

• Operates power mowers, aerators, and other specialized equipment for maintaining parks, open spaces, landscape projects, and minor construction projects
• Operates trucks and snowplow equipment of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, gravel, and sand to remove snow from trails, sidewalks, and parking lots
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance of all playground equipment and park equipment including shelter, benches, and signage
• Performs general maintenance and pruning of trees and shrubs to landscaped areas throughout the Town
• Performsroutineinspection,cleaning and preventivemaintenanceon assignedequipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor
• Ensures the proper maintenance of tools by cleaning and checking tools after use
• Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, excavation, mowing, seeding, fertilizing, sewer manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, pipe placement, and backfilling
• Assists in the training of seasonal staff or junior level employees, as assigned, to increase their skills in the maintenance, construction and repair of sewer, street, and storm drainage facilities and equipment operations
• Performsalldutiesinconformancetoappropriate safetyandsecurity standards
• Performsset-up, take-down, and trash removal forTownSpecial Events
• Assistswith streets, sewer, and facilitymaintenanceneedsandperformsdutiesofbuilding attendant
• Performsotherdutiesas assigned

Minimum Qualifications


EDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE

• HighSchool diplomaor GED.
• MWI : Six (6) months of experience in landscaping, park maintenance or related area of emphasis
• MWII: One (1) to Two (2) years of experience at Level I and the ability to operate all Town equipment relating to landscape/parks maintenance, construction, or repair
• MWIII: Four (4) years of experience at Level I/IIand advanced knowledge to operate and train employees to use Town equipment relating to parks maintenance, construction, or repair. Supervisory experience is preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
MWI:

• ValidColoradoDriver'sLicenseandasatisfactorydriving record
• Flaggers certificatewithin six(6)monthsofhire date.
• First Aid/CPR Certification within six (6) months of hire date

MWII:

• Possess valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake and upkeep of all CDOT & Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association requirements.
• Attain two of the certifications stated below or an equivalent training/certification as determined and approved by the PW Director.
  1. Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS)
  2. Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI)
  3. Road Scholar I
  4. Irrigation Technician II

MWIII:

• Possess valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake and upkeep of all requirements CDOT & Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association.
• Attain four of the certifications stated below or an equivalent training or certification as determined and approved by the PW Director.
  1. Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Applicators License
  2. CDOT Transportation Erosion Control Supervisor Certification (TECS)
  3. Colorado Wastewater III (& above)
  4. FEMA Emergency Management (300 & Above)
  5. Road Scholar II

Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required and increase in scope and complexity with each level-ranging from entry-level (I) to journey-level (II) to senior-level (III)

• Knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities.
• KnowledgeofTown's geography, layoutand locations.
• Skill in operation of maintenance and construction tools, such as: dump trucks, snowplows, pickup trucks, utility trucks; tamper, plate compactor, saws, pumps, welders, mowers, compressors, sanders, generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radios, phones, and trenchers.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and software, including personal computers and associated office email, word processing, and spreadsheet software, phones, printers, and copy machines.
• Abilitytocommunicateeffectively, bothorallyandin writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, otherdepartments, and the public.
• Abilitytoworkeveningsandweekendsas required.
• Abilitytowork on-callas required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS& WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfullyperformtheessentialfunctionsofthisjob.Theworkenvironmentcharacteristicsdescribedhere are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
FrequencyGuide

Rarely(R)

Occasionally(O)

Frequently(F)

Constantly(C)

Lessthan-5%

6 - 30%

31%-70%

Over70%
Physical Task

Frequency

Physical Surroundings

Frequency

Sitting

O

Extreme Temperatures

F

Standing

F

InsideWork

O

Walking

F

OutsideWork

C

Running

R

Walkingonunevensurfaces

F

Stooping

F

Workingatheight

O

Kneeling

F

Other:
Squatting

F
Climbing

F

EnvironmentalConditions
Balancing

F

Exposureto Chemicals

F

Reaching

F

Exposureto Gases/Fumes/Dust

F

Grasping

C

High NoiseLevels

F

Fingering

C

ModerateNoise Levels

C

Handling

C

Vibrations

F

VisualAcuityNear

F

Workin Traffic

F

VisualAcuityFar

F

LocalTravel

F

Depth Perception

C

OutofTown Travel

R

Color Discrimination

F

Other:
PeripheralVision

C
Talking

F
Hearing

C
Light/PowerEquipmentOps

F

WeightofObjectsMoved
HeavyEquipment Operation

F

Over100 pounds

O

Other:
Over50Pounds

F
Over10pounds

C
WHY WORK FOR THE TOWN OF MEAD?

The Town of Mead is a small, enchanting community that's creating a buzz as one of the best places to live, work, and play. Our quaint little town includes many families who are attracted to Mead's safe and friendly community, great schools, and ideal location. It's where quality of life meets happy living.


The Town offers a full range of municipal services including animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, community development, economic development, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, and utilities. The Board of Trustees and Town Manager are committed to providing exemplary municipal services for residents and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner. We are dedicated to responsible growth, reliable infrastructure, public safety, fiscal stability, and a connected community.


Our organization seeks to create opportunities for employees through inclusive engagement practices, focusing on teamwork, and investing in people. We value and respect a diverse workforce, innovated ideas, and are committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.
The Town of Mead offers a comprehensive benefit package and pays a major portion of the employee premium to make these benefits more affordable for our employees. Coverage begins on the 1st of the month following the date of hire, unless otherwise noted. Full-Time employees may participate in the following benefits:
MEDICAL, DENTAL, & VISION INSURANCE
The Town of Mead's medical, vision, dental, and life insurance provider is Colorado Employer Benefit Trust (CEBT). The town pays 100% of employee coverage and 50% of employee's covered dependents for the least expensive plan.

Medical: Employees may choose to enroll in one of following medical plan options which have a broad network of doctors, hospitals and health providers:
• Kaiser Permanente HMO 45 plan
• CEBT PPO 4 plan (UMR A UnitedHealthcare Company)
• CEBT High Deductible Health Plan (HD3500 via UMR- A UnitedHealthcare Company)


Dental: A comprehensive dental program is available that provides access to a broad network of dental providers. Coverage is through Delta Dental.

Vision: Employees that choose to enroll in our CEBT vision plan may take advantage of benefits that include coverage towards contacts and glasses.
FSA & HSA ACCOUNTS

Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees have the option to contribute to their FSA which can be used to pay for qualifying medical, dental and vision expenses. The Town offers Flexible Spending Account through Alerus. The Town matches medical FSA contributions up to $500/year for eligible employees.
Dependent Care FSA: Dependent care FSA allows for reimbursement of dependent childcare or elder day care expenses on a tax favored basis.
Health Savings Account (HSA): An employee who has elected the HD3500 plan (High-Deductible Health Plan) is eligible to contribute to an HSA account. The Town contributes $750 annually (Individual)- $31.25 per paycheck and $1,200 annually (Family)- $50.00 per paycheck.
RETIREMENT

GENERAL Staff- the Town offers a 457(b)-retirement plan through Nationwide and matches an employee's contribution of up to 5%. Standard Contribution Limit (2026): $24,500. Catch-up Contributions (50 or older)an additional $8,000 for a total of $32,500.


LIFE & AD&D

The Town of Mead provides basic life coverage up to $50,000 for employees who are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Additional coverage may be purchased through a voluntary life insurance program.
DISABILITY

The Town's short-term and long-term disability coverage is provided by The Hartford Group. Premium costs for employees who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week is paid for 100% by the Town. Long-term disability coverage is effective the first month following 60 days of employment. *LTD does not apply to Police due to FPPA benefits.
HOLIDAYS
New Year's Day Labor Day Veteran's DayMartin Luther King DayThanksgivingPresident's DayDay After Thanksgiving Memorial DayChristmas EveJuneteenthChristmas DayIndependence Day
PAID-TIME OFF

The Town provides accrued paid time off (PTO) for personal days, vacation, medical absences, unexpected emergencies, or any other reason an employee may need.
Continuous Years of Service
CompletedHours accrued per hour workedHours accrued per pay periodHours accrued per yearMaximum hour accrual for full-
time employees00.0653755.23135.9820410.0846256.77176.0226420.08957.16186.1626430.0943757.55196.3026440.099257.94206.4426450.1041258.33216.5832460.1090008.72226.7232470.1138759.11236.8632480.1187509.50247.0032490.1236259.89257.14324100.12850010.28267.28400For each additional year on anniversary dateHours accrued per hour worked is determined by hours accrued per pay period divided by 80Hours accrued per pay period increases by 0.39 hoursHours accrued per year is hours accrued per pay period times 26 pay periods per year.Maximum accrual for years of service years 5-9. is capped at 324 hours. 10 years or more is
capped at 400.
EMPLOYEE ASSSISTANCE PROGRAM

AllOne - is your Employee Assistance Program offering six free counseling sessions (per year, per incident) for CEBT members, spouses and dependents ages 6 to 26.

Modern Health is a mental health care platform offering self-guided, community-based, and one-on-one support for members (and dependents ages 6+) enrolled in a CEBT medical plan. Members have access to eight therapy and eight coaching sessions per calendar year, plus unlimited access to Modern Health digital resources.
OTHER BENEFITS

• Wellness Program: The Town of Mead values employee health and well-being. The Town has a platform called Nectar that is used as a wellness & recognition platform. An employee can earn points through recognition & wellness to buy gift cards, Mead Swag, and other items. They can also provide recognition and points to colleagues.
• Physical Fitness Reimbursement: The Town offers a $30.00 per month reimbursement for eligible fees including the annual or monthly fees for an individual membership at a fitness center or virtual program, as well as fees for personal training or approved fitness classes (such as yoga, spin, strength training, aerobics, boxing or martial arts, or other self-defense classes such as Krav Maga and jiu-jitsu).
• Tuition Reimbursement- receive a reimbursement of up to $3,000 per fiscal year for preapproved educational expenses for employees with the town for at least a year.
• College Invest - opportunity to enroll in a 529 College Savings Plan.
• Town of Mead employee vehicle charging program - Special charging rate at Mead Town Hall charging station. Employee charge rate is $.10 per kWh.
• The Length of Service Award r ecognizes the value of the long-term, dedicated service of Town employees. Employees at 5 years & beyond receive $100.00 for each year worked (starting at $500.00). This is paid out as a one-time bonus in year 6 and beyond.
• Community Center: Employees get to use the Center free of charge. Employee household members (those living in the same residence as the employee), can also enjoy the facility for a $1.00 drop-in fee.

01


Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

02


Has any Driver's License ever been suspended or revoked, or have you been involved as a driver in a motor vehicle accident within the last 36 months? If yes, please explain below.
03


Do you currently have automobile insurance?

• Yes
• No

04


Are you willing and able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts?

• Yes
• No

Required Question