Fort Lewis College Physical Plant Services Structural Department - Structural Trades I Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/5041351)  Fort Lewis College Physical Plant Services Structural Department - Structural Trades I Salary $21.12 Hourly Location Durango, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number GSA-2025-8-JR1996 Department Fort Lewis College Opening Date 08/12/2025 Closing Date 8/14/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, Co 81301 Hiring Pay Rate $21.12 per hour FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Trish Grogan, SHRM SCP, grogan_p@fortlewis.edu, 970-247-7423 phone, 970-247-7465 fax Type of Announcement The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Online applications through the Colorado Jobs portal will not be accepted. Please follow instructions on the job announcement for submitting an application. + Description + Benefits Department Information Description of Job Fort Lewis College (https://www.fortlewis.edu/Home/About/AboutFortLewisCollege.aspx) , a public institution located inDurango, Colorado (http://www.durango.org/) , offers degree programs in arts, business, education, health fields, humanities, social and natural sciences, and teacher education. Our inspiring mountain campus is located atop a scenic mesa overlooking historic Durango and situated between the San Juan Mountains and the desert Southwest. We are committed to accessible and high-quality baccalaureate education, and our hallmarks are remarkably close relationships between students and faculty, the freedom of intellectual exploration, and the challenge of experiential learning. Our 3,300 students come from 48 states, 17 countries, with 36% Native American and Alaska Native backgrounds, and 11% Hispanic backgrounds. Durango is a thriving multicultural community of 18,500 set along the beautiful Animas River Valley. Averaging 300 sunny days per year, the community is known for its outdoor lifestyle and friendly, festive atmosphere. Durango is also the cultural and economic hub of the Four Corners region, rich in dining, shopping, and entertainment, and linked with airline service to hubs in Denver, Phoenix, and Dallas. APPLICATION PROCESS: Fort Lewis College has transitioned to Workday. Apply for this position by going to this link: https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC Applications for this position will only be accepted through the Fort Lewis College online portal ( https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC) through 11:59 p.m. 9/15/2025. We do not accept applications from any other online job application website or app. Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program. Services are provided by the Service Center, Custodial Services, Electrical Systems Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance, Structural Maintenance, LTC (Labor, Trades and Crafts) general labor services, and Planning, Design & Construction work units. The Primary goal of the Structural Maintenance work unit is to provide services and facilities that create the best possible environment for teaching and learning at Fort Lewis College. Individual Structural Trades work unit staff members are skilled in carpentry, general maintenance, roofing, painting, and locksmithing. This essential services position exists to support the mission of the Structural Maintenance work unit, Physical Plant Services, and the College. The incumbent will report to a Structural Maintenance Supervisor (Structural Trades III) while also working with and receiving direction from other Structural Trades II staff in the work unit. This position follows established work procedures and guidelines to perform building maintenance work. This position ensures the construction, maintenance and modifications of all state buildings and related equipment fully complies with specifications and plans and adheres to all applicable codes, while following established safety practices and Fort Lewis College standards. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Residency Requirement: (New) Residents and non-residents of Colorado may apply and be hired into this position as the work will be performed primarily at a location that is within 30 miles of the state border. Class Code & Classification Description: (New) D6D1XXSTRUCTURAL TRADES I (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4eUm5oajU5TTBGLUk/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-YAlCKRcGMvSMeeb350U-BA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience Only: Two (2) years of structural trades experience in an industrial, institutional or commercial setting related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to two (2) years Please make sure your application clearly shows your experience in work duties similar to the ones listed below. Preferred Qualifications + structural trades experience in a higher education institution + experience with automated work order systems Required Competencies + Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets + Reading, writing and oral comprehension + Strong customer service skills + Strong interpersonal skills + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + Active listening skills + Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands + Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time + Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather + Ability to respond appropriately to supervision + Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers + Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service Conditions of Employment + A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy. + A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities. + This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies. + Must possess and maintain a valid driver license.Must be in possession of the license at the time of application. + A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory review of the driving record by the College insurance agent and the satisfactory driving record must be maintained in order to drive a campus vehicle. + Must be able to exert 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects. + Must work in proximity to moving, mechanical parts. JOB DUTIES: Basic Structural Repairs 40% + Performs basic maintenance work under the direction of a Structural Maintenance Supervisor and/or by following established procedures. + Makes repairs to campus facilities, fixtures and furnishings including campus residence halls during the summer rotational maintenance program. + Secures damaged glass and windows. + Repairs and replaces windows and screens including glazing, operators, window hardware and complete window assemblies. + Repairs and replaces metal, glass and wood doors, door hardware, door closures, locks, emergency exit devices and door assemblies. + Repairs furniture, including installation of drawer slides, caster and glide replacement, chair and seating repairs, wardrobe door and drawer repair and other cabinet repairs. + Repairs and installs drapes, curtains and both horizontal and vertical blinds, including restringing, re-anchoring rods and replacing glides. + Installs and repairs towel bars, soap dispensers, bike racks and other related items. + Patches and finishes damaged wall board. + Replaces missing or discharged fire extinguishers. + Cuts and replaces glass in damaged fire extinguisher cabinets. + Designs and fabricates from raw materials repair parts that are no longer available from vendors to make repairs to student residence halls, apartments and other campus facilities. + Welds using oxygen/acetylene gas and electric welders to make necessary parts and repairs to various metal equipment, apparatus and related parts. + Assists with repairs to roof systems; investigates leaks and determine source of leaks and makes emergency repairs as necessary. + Completes or assists in other structural systems repairs as directed. Painting 40% + Performs skilled painting work following established procedures. This includes both interior and exterior surfaces, involving but not limited to working with water and/or solvent based materials such as paints, stains, thinners and clear finishes. + Performs all necessary preparation work including priming, mixing and matching finishes, scraping, sanding, and filling surfaces to be painted. + Erects and utilizes scaffolds or ladders to accomplish work assignment. + Ensures adjacent surfaces are protected by covering or masking areas. This work includes ensuring material and supplies needed are purchased, stored and disposed of in accordance with current regulations. + Assists in the management and implementation of the College paint maintenance program including the summer rotational paint maintenance of student residence halls. This work includes but is not limited to assisting in the hiring and supervision of temporary summer painting staff, establishing and utilizing safety procedures, establishing schedules, goals and priorities, and maintaining records of labor time and materials needed and used. Physical Plant Services & Campus Support 10% Other duties as assigned including but not limited to snow removal, clean-ip, moving, helping with set-ups for special events and assisting other staff and PPS shops as needed. Work Scheduling and Data Entry utilizing TMA Work Order System 5% + Utilizes the Physical Plant computerized work order system, (TMA), for all work that is requested or completed. + Checks the TMA scheduler for new work orders throughout the day. Any unassigned work orders in the areas of responsibility are prioritized and assigned by them accordingly. Responsibilities include tracking all labor and materials and entering that information onto the work order. + Closes all completed work orders daily. + Makes comments within the work order (results section), so customers can access this information and determine the status of their work request. + Remains proficient with the work order system, and obtains training or guidance that is available. + Insures that any information entered into the work order system is up-to-date and correct, so when reports are generated from that data, it represents the best information available. Training & Professional Development 5% Employees must review and comprehend relevant employee handbooks and policies along with completing required training, including workplace safety, compliance, emergency procedures, and job-specific skills. Active participation in meetings, collaboration with colleagues, and professional development aligned with institutional goals are expected. Appeal Rights: (Updated) An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director. Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action. For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules . Supplemental Information Notice to Prospective Employees: The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report. The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about: + Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy + Sexual assault policy + Campus security policies + Campus/community resources + The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment + Where to find registered sex offender information + Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years + Reporting crimes The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways: By going to the internet website at: www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request. You can reach them at (970) 247-7331. Equal Opportunity Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE. Other discrimination questions Office of the Equal Opportunity Coordinator David Pirrone 165 Education Business Hall 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu Questions about Title IX sex discrimination Office of the Title IX Coordinator Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator 230 Skyhawk Station 1000 Rim Drive Durango, Colorado 81301 (970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request. * Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. ADAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Please verify your email addressVerify Email