Skilled Maintenance Technician II - Plumbing
Job Description
Posting number: 18370
Department: Support Services
Division: Facilities
Job classification: Skilled Maintenance Tech II
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building & Safety, Building Maintenance, Facility Management, Maintenance, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Summary
About the Job: The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome a Skilled Maintenance Technician II to the Plumbing Facilities team! As a Skilled Maintenance II for Plumbing, you will use your expertise in plumbing to perform construction, maintenance, and repair duties across city buildings, while ensuring work quality, safety, and compliance with regulations. This is a opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting the design, upkeep, and functionality of vital city infrastructure.
This position is subject to budget required furloughs implemented in the 2026 calendar year.
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- Perform skilled maintenance and technical duties, including plumbing, construction, installation, repair, and general maintenance of buildings and systems
- Use in-depth plumbing expertise to troubleshoot, design, and implement maintenance solutions
- Read and interpret plans and drawings; assess projects, and design and layout work
- Complete tasks efficiently using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
- Estimate and requisition time, materials, and equipment needed for projects
- Conduct field inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with City policies
- Provide technical support to supervisors, lead team members, and respond to public inquiries courteously
- Remain on-call for emergencies and ensure adherence to workplace safety practices
- Other duties as assigned
- A plumbing technical facility maintenance craft discipline with use of analytical judgement and decision –making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization
- Plumbing troubleshooting maintenance principles
- Maintenance methods and techniques related to plumbing best practices
- Equipment, materials, chemicals and supplies used in facilities maintenance
- Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations
- Stay current on new trends, innovations and technology specific to facilities maintenance
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Work individually and/or in a team environment
- Possess or obtain Backflow Inspection and Testing Certification(s) within 1 year of hire
- Possess the skills to diagnose, clear, and repair blockages and damages in primary waste lines
Examples of duties
- High school diploma or GED
- Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field
We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.
Qualifications
- Plumbing maintenance and troubleshooting experience
- Backflow Inspection and Testing Certification(s) or formal training in multiple areas of facilities maintenance
- Experience working in multiple facilities disciplines
- Prior experience leading a facilities maintenance crew
- Possess or obtain a Mechanical IV license withing 1 year of hire
- Experience with camera inspections, hydro jetting, and mechanical snaking experience
Supplemental information
Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.
The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, extensive background check, and other pre-employment assessments.
Physical Demands: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Office Environment
Extreme Temperature – Occasionally
Wetness and Humidity – Occasionally
Respiratory Hazards – Occasionally
Noise and Vibrations – Frequently
Physical hazards – Occasionally
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards – Frequently
Exposure to Communicable Diseases – Rarely
