SPECIALIST, CUSTODIAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

Applications will be received until August 7th. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org.

About this job:

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of custodial and facility maintenance equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation across assigned locations. This role coordinates preventive maintenance programs, equipment repairs, deliveries, and transfers while serving as the primary liaison with vendors and internal support teams to ensure timely service and issue resolution. Provides onsite technical support, assists with equipment troubleshooting and repairs, and trains custodial staff on basic equipment operation, maintenance, and minor repairs to maximize equipment performance, extend asset life, and minimize downtime.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• $60,739-$72,887. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinates the maintenance, repair, transfer, and lifecycle management of custodial and grounds equipment for Facility Management Operations, including vacuums, auto scrubbers, mowers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, and other related equipment
• Performs inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and onsite repairs; coordinates advanced repairs with internal maintenance departments and external vendors to minimize equipment downtime
• Develops, implements, and maintains a comprehensive preventive maintenance program to maximize equipment reliability, safety, and service life
• Plans and prioritizes work schedules to ensure timely completion of equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, deliveries, and transfers based on operational needs
• Operates a District vehicle and trailer to transport equipment, parts, supplies, and materials between District locations and vendor repair facilities
• Manages equipment records, work orders, and maintenance history, including tracking labor, parts, repair costs, and equipment performance using the District's asset management and work order systems
• Assists with the management of the department's equipment inventory and fixed assets, including asset tracking, barcoding, acquisitions, transfers, and surplus/disposal processes
• Identifies equipment related safety hazards, ensures compliance with safety standards, and analyzes maintenance data and performance trends to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency
• Trains custodial staff on the safe operation, routine maintenance, proper care, and basic troubleshooting of custodial equipment
• Evaluates repair estimates and invoices, recommends equipment replacements and purchases, and provides technical guidance on equipment selection and lifecycle planning
• Assist custodial operations during snow and ice clearing operations
• All other duties as assigned

What You'll Need:

• HS Diploma/GED
• 3+ Years of experience in any/all of the above mentioned trades with three years of experience performing similar work
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.