CPCD... giving children a head start
Facilities Specialist
CPCD... giving children a head start, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Facilities Specialist – CPCD
The Facilities Specialist supports the daily operations, maintenance, and compliance of CPCD’s administrative buildings, modular classrooms, and playgrounds. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, this role is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining interior and exterior building systems; coordinating the work order process; and ensuring facilities meet all Head Start, health, safety, and licensing standards. The Facilities Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring that CPCD environments are clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate for children, staff, and families.
Responsibilities
Inspect, repair, and maintain interior and exterior building systems (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry).
Coordinate work orders and manage maintenance schedules.
Ensure compliance with Head Start, health, safety, and licensing standards.
Collaborate with staff, contractors, and volunteers to address facility issues.
Perform routine inspections of administrative buildings, modular classrooms, and playgrounds.
Manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines under pressure.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
Lifting and carrying 50–100 lbs as required.
Comply with required pre‑employment physical, TB assessment, drug screening, and background check.
Qualifications
Minimum one (1) year of experience in building maintenance and repair, including basic plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry.
Working knowledge of HVAC systems and minor electrical repair.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Access to reliable transportation with required liability insurance.
Successful completion of pre‑employment physical, TB assessment, drug screening, and background check.
Preferred
Formal training or certification in facilities operations, general contracting, or building trades.
Experience managing projects within a set budget.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with work order systems or spreadsheets.
Experience supervising volunteers or support staff.
Benefits
Competitive hourly wage: $21.33 per hour.
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Paid breaks: 1 week for spring break, 1 week for fall break, 2 weeks for winter break.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; Aflac supplemental insurance; voluntary life insurance.
Basic life, long‑term disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost.
401(k) program with profit‑sharing after 1 year of employment.
Tuition assistance after 60 days: $4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees; $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
Employee Assistance Program: 6 free counseling sessions per year.
Well‑being program: 2 hours paid time per month for wellness activities.
Additional Information Work schedule: 40 hours per week, scheduled to start on February 2nd.
EOE Statement CPCD is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. CPCD considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
Please note: The successful completion of a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination, TB screen, background screen and drug test (including marijuana) is required.
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Responsibilities
Inspect, repair, and maintain interior and exterior building systems (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry).
Coordinate work orders and manage maintenance schedules.
Ensure compliance with Head Start, health, safety, and licensing standards.
Collaborate with staff, contractors, and volunteers to address facility issues.
Perform routine inspections of administrative buildings, modular classrooms, and playgrounds.
Manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines under pressure.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
Lifting and carrying 50–100 lbs as required.
Comply with required pre‑employment physical, TB assessment, drug screening, and background check.
Qualifications
Minimum one (1) year of experience in building maintenance and repair, including basic plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and carpentry.
Working knowledge of HVAC systems and minor electrical repair.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Access to reliable transportation with required liability insurance.
Successful completion of pre‑employment physical, TB assessment, drug screening, and background check.
Preferred
Formal training or certification in facilities operations, general contracting, or building trades.
Experience managing projects within a set budget.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with work order systems or spreadsheets.
Experience supervising volunteers or support staff.
Benefits
Competitive hourly wage: $21.33 per hour.
Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
Paid breaks: 1 week for spring break, 1 week for fall break, 2 weeks for winter break.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; Aflac supplemental insurance; voluntary life insurance.
Basic life, long‑term disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost.
401(k) program with profit‑sharing after 1 year of employment.
Tuition assistance after 60 days: $4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees; $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD.
Employee Assistance Program: 6 free counseling sessions per year.
Well‑being program: 2 hours paid time per month for wellness activities.
Additional Information Work schedule: 40 hours per week, scheduled to start on February 2nd.
EOE Statement CPCD is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. CPCD considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class.
Please note: The successful completion of a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical examination, TB screen, background screen and drug test (including marijuana) is required.
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