Maintenance Technician

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial/Maintenance General

Date Posted:

1/20/2026

Location:

Ault, CO

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

02/02/2026

District:

 Ault-Highland Schools Weld RE-9   Additional Information:
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The Weld Re-9 School District headquartered in Ault, Colorado has an open position in the Maintenance Department.

Job Title:

Maintenance Technician FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Director of Facilities & Maintenance Days per Year: 260

Job Location:

Transportation/Maintenance Facility Hours per Week: 40

Revision Date:
January 20, 2026 Pay Range:
Classified Salary Schedule
- Maintenance Technician

Summary:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing skilled work in a variety of areas to maintain and repair school facilities.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Performs skilled or semi-skilled painting, carpentry, hardware installation, flooring work, electrical work, mechanical work, plumbing, HVAC, and preventative maintenance

* Assists in ordering and picking up supplies and tools for maintenance projects

* Assists with scheduling and supervising contractors engaged in building and grounds upkeep and repair

* Light janitorial work as needed, to include emergency janitorial situations before custodial staff arrive

* Groundskeeping, to include mowing, trimming, planting, snow removal, and hauling debris/trash

* Drive a district vehicle to various worksites

* Follow all safety protocols and procedures when performing duties

* Shipping and receiving deliveries

* Work collaboratively with other department staff, school administrators and staff members to meet the needs of the district

* Maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records

* Appropriately test and operate all equipment and machinery as necessary

* Prioritize work and schedule work; meet schedules and timelines

* Ability to initiate and complete work orders, including notes in the descriptions for every work order

* Ability to operate small equipment such as bobcats, mowers, lifts, cleaning equipment, etc.

* On-call for emergencies and alarms

* Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements:

* High School Diploma or equivalent is required

* Previous maintenance or trade experience required (formal education or training can substitute for experience)

* Ability to communicate with others both verbally and in writing

* Criminal background check

* Valid Colorado Driver's license and ability to meet district insurability standards strongly preferred

* Ability to work outside of normal hours in emergencies (i.e. power outages, snow removal, alarms)

* Self-motivated, team player

Salary and Benefits :

The starting salary range for this position is $20.50-$21.50 per hour depending on relevant education/training/ experience. Please see the Classified Salary Schedule on the district website, weldre
9.org under "Work for Weld Re-9." The district provides a PERA retirement plan, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurances and savings accounts through a third-party vendor. Weld RE-9 offers sick leave and personal leave. This position receives 10 days of vacation time per year after the first year of employment, and 15 days per year after 10 years of employment.

Maintenance staff receive free cafeteria meals.

Application:

Applications can be completed by clicking "Apply" in the lower right corner. Position is open until filled.

For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the Director of Facilities & Maintenance, Davin Armstrong, 3 or darmstrong.

The Weld Re-9 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Weld Re-9 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

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