This position is located within the Facilities Management Service (FMS) section of the Eastern Colorado Health Care System (ECHCS) in Aurora, Colorado. The Maintenance Mechanic performs a variety of tasks involved in the up keep of buildings, grounds and related structures, fixtures, and utilities. The duties are performed within at least two of the following trades: painter, plumber, carpenter, pipefitter, electrical equipment repair, and plaster.
Major duties include but not limited to: Performs duties of a journeyman carpenter, including framing and drywall, mudding, taping and plaster.
The duties include: renovation of existing structures involving the construction of new metal stud-dry wall partitions, door openings with frames, installing doors with all hardware including locksets and closers; installing floor tile, vinyl floor covering and trim and finish work such as baseboards both wood and vinyl; carpeting repairs Perform maintenance functions to support the assigned work area, such as furniture repairs, repair damaged vinyl wall covering, paint and touchup rooms, caulk around plumbing fixtures, replace lost/damaged outlet covers, replace broken nuts and bolts after determination of proper size, replace casters on over-bed tables and bed side tables and chairs, replace hand rail covers on beds, adjustments to wheelchairs, adjustments to door hardware, and similar activities.
Installs carpet tile, VCT or sheet vinyl flooring as needed Installs signs, warning devices on walls, posts and other surfaces and structures throughout the assigned buildings Performs individual work orders to install specific furniture items, perform specific modifications on existing modular furniture, repairs furniture and furnishings displaying mechanical damage or malfunction, and checks the safety and proper functioning.
Perform specific modifications on existing modular furniture. Installs curtain tracks and door closers adjusting closers as needed through out the facility. Installs and removes various types of dispensers (i.e., soap, towel, glove racks, toilet paper, sanitary napkins, etc.) and other wall hung equipment. Moves furniture as part of installation or set-up activities, and performs the various tasks of a maintenance worker.
Keeps storage areas clean and orderly and organized in such a manner that an accurate operating inventory can be accomplished easily and without advanced notification. Installs all accessory items to render a job site complete and ready for use or occupancy.. Completes work order requests as assigned. Installs and makes minor repairs to furniture. Installs ergonomic devices and assists with adjustments.
Assists in snow removal to include operating vehicles for snow plowing, snow blowers and shoveling. Measures, cuts and installs wood and metal shelving, ceiling tile, floor tile and drywall which requires accurate tolerances within 1/8"; installs wall mounted hardware, bulletin boards and window shades; patch and smooth walls in preparation for painting.
Work Schedule: M-F 7:00am to 3:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Mechanic/PD13213-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Physical Requirements: The work requires a considerable amount of standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and/or uncomfortable positions. The incumbent may work from ladders and scaffolding.
When operating equipment, the worker may be under a great deal of strain from constant reaching, bending, turning, and moving of hands, arms, feet, legs, and by the vibration and jerking of the equipment. The incumbent carries, lifts, and handles parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and may occasionally exceed 50 pounds. Working Conditions: The work is performed inside and outside with exposure to all kinds of weather.
The work area may be dirty, wet, dusty, and greasy, with inadequate lighting, heat, or ventilation. Incumbent is subject to cuts, abrasions, burns, broken bones, electrical shock, infections, bites, exposure to inhalation or harmful chemical fumes, irritation of eyes, skin and respiratory tract, and the hazards of operating power tools and equipment. Discomfort is encountered when wearing protective clothing, gloves, or eye goggles.
V19USAJOBS@VA.GOV · 719-227-4600
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $30.48 – $35.53/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-21.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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