Job: Facilities Crew Leader

New to our Team?  Receive 40 Hours Paid Time Off Upon Hire. 

About the Position:

The Facilities Crew Leader will lead, oversee and participate in facility maintenance and repair operations including aquatics systems, building repairs and maintenance, fitness equipment, HVAC equipment, other types of facility equipment as well as custodial duties.  This position will be based out of the Community Recreation Center facility located at Matchett Park which is currently under construction. The 107,000 square foot facility will open in the middle of 2026.  This position reports to the Facilities Supervisor.

What You’ll Do: 

• Perform lead worker functions of staff including assigning and reviewing daily work, providing input into performance evaluations, training other employees, and acting as a resource to other staff.
• Plan and participate in the installation, repair and maintenance of assigned systems, equipment, buildings, and facilities.
• Establish schedules and methods for providing assigned services.
• Respond to inquiries, concerns, and complaints from other staff and the general public; instigate causes and resolve issues in an efficient manner.
• Inspect a variety of construction projects; review plans, ensure compliance with applicable specifications and regulations.
• Supervise the maintenance of time, material and equipment use records; track and analyze data related to the evaluation of performance, cost, and service levels.
• Assist in the replacement plan development for existing facilities and building equipment; participate in the review process for building and equipment replacement decisions; perform inspections and surveys of City facilities to assess current condition and future needs.
• Assist in preparing bid specifications; requisition of supplies and materials; maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Perform work in on-call and emergency situations.

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This position is a safety sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Three (3) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of facilities. 
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license. 
• Possession of, or ability to obtain with in six (6) months of hire, a professional Aquatics Facility Operator’s license or equivalent.
• Ability to lead, monitor, train and review staff and technical work.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. 

Notice to Applicants:

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you do not include the dates of your education to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments.

Supplemental Information:

City of Grand Junction Employee Childcare Facility: 

We know finding a quality childcare provider can be challenging, that's why the City of Grand Junction is proud to offer its employees affordable childcare through the City of Grand Junction Childcare Facility (GJCCF). GJCCF offers childcare for children ages 6 weeks (infants) to 6 years of age (preschool). With flexible scheduling and highly trained Early Childhood Education professionals, know that your little one will be in good hands while you support your community.

Explore the Area:

Grand Junction, Colorado is the gateway to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction is surrounded by 1.2 million acres of public land. Residents enjoy world-class whitewater rafting on the Colorado and Green Rivers, golfing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, and exploring mountain bike and hiking trails through the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa National Forest. Grand Junction has a robust downtown and hosts multiple art, music, food, and market events annually. With a population of over 150,000 in Mesa County (65,000 within the City limits) we have many of the big town amenities without the big town stresses such as traffic and trail congestion. With an average of 245 days of sunshine, Grand Junction is the perfect place to work and play.  

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 At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. 

 If you have questions or need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.