Department Information

DMVA is committed to supporting its employees both professionally and personally by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values work-life balance.

Our classified workforce receives a robust benefits package that includes:

11 paid holidays
Annual and sick leave
Medical and dental benefits
Organization-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement options through the Public Employees’ Retirement Association (PERA)
Professional development and training opportunities

DMVA also recognizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Employees may benefit from four-day workweek options, on-site fitness facilities, convenient parking, and opportunities to grow their skills and advance their careers. At DMVA, we strive to create a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while having the flexibility and resources they need to thrive both at work and at home.

Description of Job

This position is a part of our Army National Guard division and will work at our Maneuver Area and Training Equipment Site (MATES) Facility on Ft. Carson as part of the Facilities Management branch. This position will work independently as well as a part of a team to perform general trades maintenance activities. Working hours are Tuesday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

maintaining facility grounds involving weed and pest control, lawn mowing, maintaining fencing, snow removal, and sprinkler system repairs and timing;
maintaining an orderly shop and worksite daily;
painting and patching a variety of surfaces such as stucco, hard surfaces, concrete, and metal involving hanging drywall, priming, sanding, and sealing utilizing a variety of materials such as stain, lacquer, shellac, enamel, latex, epoxy, waterproofing and heat-resistant finishes;
performing preventative maintenance on HVAC and auxiliary systems as well as assisting State Maintenance Technicians in repairing equipment;
maintaining facility by performing a variety of functions such as sweeping, mopping, replacing light bulbs, air vents, windows, moving and assembling furniture;
using, repairing, and cleaning a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment to perform duties to include snow blowers, front end loaders, tractors, shovels, painting equipment, scaffolding, ladders, Boom Lift, and scissor lifts;
performing a variety of administrative tasks such as updating and utilizing material safety data sheets; proper labeling of supplies, chemicals, and containers; maintaining inventory control systems; conducting daily and weekly facility inspections; developing and maintaining equipment user-manual systems; using work order software systems; accurately recording daily time; and actively participating in division safety meetings;
responding to facility emergencies during weekends and holidays; and
escorting contractors onto job site.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D8D1XX General Labor I

Preference Given to:

Those that have professional riding lawn mower experience.
Those that have professional facility maintenance and groundskeeping experience.
Able to perform physical work involving general tasks including hauling, lifting, moving, and digging.
Those that are willing and able to operate a variety of hand tools and equipment.
Those that are able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Conditions of Employment

Must be willing to pass a background check at initial employment and every few years thereafter.
Must hold and maintain a valid Colorado Driver License.
Continued employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a security clearance within the first nine months of employment.
Must be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
Must be willing to work overtime and on call as needed.
Must be willing to work after hours or pre-hours performing snow removal operations and/or assisting other areas/facilities as needed.
Able to perform strenuous labor.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, crawl, kneel, bend, reach above the shoulder.
Ability to constantly lift and carry ten pounds, frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to push, pull, have manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, near and far vision, hearing abilities, and be able to verbally communicate with others.
Ability to work inside, work around noise and vibrations, walk on uneven surfaces, operate moving equipment/vehicle, climb on a ladder, work in a small, confined space, work with machinery, and work in hazardous conditions.

Supplemental Information

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected states in accordance with applicable law.

Appeal Rights:
As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

Accommodations:
The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Tamy Calahan at tamy.calahan@dmva.state.co.us or 720-250-1520.

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