HVAC Mechanic/General Maintenance Technician

Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 510 students located east of Boulder, Colorado seeks a full-time HVAC Mechanic/General Maintenance Technician to assist with the overall upkeep and repair of our 112-acre campus. In addition to our beautiful grounds, the campus includes numerous school buildings, as well as residential housing. A strong background in HVAC, controls, BAS, and mechanicals systems preferred. 

Dawson School Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• EPA CFC license preferred

• HVAC/BAS controls experience preferred

• 5 years of previous general maintenance experience. 

• 2 years of preferred experience in basic plumbing & electrical troubleshooting & repair

• Ability to life 40-50 pounds occasionally  and up to 100 pounds occasionally

• Ability to handle difficult physical labor 8 hours a day

• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environment involving hot and cold weather

• Ability to obtain a Colorado Driver’s License & good driving record

• Great work ethic

• Basic computer skills
  
  

Duties

• Maintenance troubleshooting and repairs to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry

• Snow removal

• Set-up special events

• High quality work with minimal supervision

• Other duties and projects as time allows
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Health Spending, Flexible Spending, and Dependent Care Accounts

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k)

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid holidays, sick time, and 17 days of paid time-off

• Professional Development Assistance

• Delicious free lunch 
  
  

This full-time position (Monday-Friday), with no on-call requirement. The  pay range for this hourly position is  $32.00 to $36.00. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume on the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org).  Click on ABOUT at the top of the page, click on Careers, scroll to the middle of the page, click the link View Current Job Openings, and select the HVAC Mechanic/General Maintenance Technician posting to apply for this position. Only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls please.  This year-round position is available immediately.

Dawson School Diversity Statement

Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues - respect, compassion, courage, and integrity - into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

By my submission of my application, I acknowledge and certify that the information herein is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the employer to investigate any information, including my employment history, educational background, credit history and record of criminal convictions that it believes is relevant to my employment application.  My former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may provide information that they may have about me in response to inquiry from the employer. I understand that an offer of employment by the school is contingent upon obtaining reference information learned through the reference check process as well as upon the successful completion of a criminal history check. I understand that false information, omissions or misleading information or misrepresentations given in my application or during the interview process may result in a refusal to hire, or discharge in the event of employment. I understand that I shall be required to provide unexpired documentation establishing my legal authorization for employment within the first three days of my employment. I understand that if employed, my employment will be at will and that I will not have a guarantee of employment. The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and shall treat all employees and all applicants for the employment equally and fairly based upon job related qualifications and in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Salary : $32 - $36