Building Maintenance/Painter - Greeley
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Building Maintenance/Painter - Greeley
Salary
$4,238.00 - $5,085.00 Monthly
Location
Greeley, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IHA 06755 4/20/2026
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
AS - Facilities Management
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
4/30/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
2200 O St, Greeley, CO 80631, USA
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
michele.burkhardt@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Division of Facilities Management - North District
The Division of Facilities exists to plan, design, construct, operate, maintain and manage the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) facilities and campuses according to all applicable standards in a manner that promotes the CDHS mission of providing safe, sanitary and effective environment for clients, youth, residents, consumers and staff and enhances the quality of life in CDHS facilities and campuses and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Facilities served: Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL), Department of Human Services (DHS) (1575 Sherman St.), Wheat Ridge Regional Center (WRRC) to include the group homes and Division of Youth Services (DYS) facilities (Prairie Vista, Gilliam, Lookout Mountain Campus, Marvin W. Foote, Mount View Campus and Platte Valley.) Provides as needed support to the Veterans Community Living Center located in the district. Total facilities are approximately 1.9 million sq. ft. at multiple sites within the Northern Region.
Description of Job
You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times.
Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.
This position will be assigned to Platte Valley Youth Services Center. This position exists at a fully operational independent level to respond, troubleshoot, and correct building client issues and paint services. Responsible for building temperature control, minor plumbing, electrical problems and building security issues (locked doors, broken windows, etc.). This position also makes machine room rounds/equipment checks. Operate independently to perform the full range of tasks and determine solutions for building maintenance issues.
Duties:
Maintenance:
Performs general building maintenance to include wall repair, flooring repairs, painting, mechanical room inspections and repair, minor fence repairs, lock repairs, door repairs, hinge repairs, fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) installation, minor roof repairs, carpet repairs, window repairs, sprinkler system repairs, fire alarm system repairs.
Must comply with the safety program and tool and key control.
Provides Job Safety Analyses
Monitors and controls expenses in accordance with the budget.
Provides supervisor with estimates and proposed costs for preventative and routine maintenance and emergency repairs.
Performs electrical troubleshooting and minor repairs to include light switches, receptacles, resetting circuit breakers, power cords, light bulb replacement, electric door locks, HVAC controls and other minor repairs as directed.
Performs plumbing troubleshooting and minor repairs to plumbing fixtures, unplug sinks, toilets, floor drains, and sewer drain lines in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Performs HVAC troubleshooting and minor repairs, and adjustments to a variety of different @types of HVAC systems for patient, client, and laboratory comfort.
This work includes, but is not limited to thermostat T-stat adjustments, minor airflow modifications and other adjustments for client/patient comfort.
Administrative duties including Maximo work order system, labor tracking, reconciling Purchasing Cards, completing required monthly status reports, CDHS training, entering and submitting accurate timecards within the required payroll timeframes.
Accurately provide labor tracking, purchase tracking, budget reports, and status updates as required.
Must complete record keeping tasks and utilize State cell phone/computer for work order tracking.
Must comply with the safety program, tool and key control.
Snow removal.
Travel to other North District sites as needed.
Other duties as assigned
Painting
Paint walls, equipment, buildings, casework, and other structural surfaces, using brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
Surfaces may require removal of old paint to prepare the surface prior to painting.
Painting may require mixing of colors to obtain desired color or consistency.
Cover surfaces with drop cloths or masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting.
Fill cracks, holes, or joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other fillers, using caulking guns or putty knives.
Remove fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, light fixtures, electric switch covers prior to painting.
Prepare surfaces, using sandpaper, scrapers, brushes, steel wool, or sanding machines.
Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces, such as bare wood or metal and oils, latex, lacquers, urethane, epoxy, or stains for finish coats.
Calculate amounts of required materials and estimate costs, based on surface measurements.
Read work orders or receive instructions from the supervisor to determine work requirements.
Perform general Drywall duties: Hang, tape, texture, drywall, and plaster patch.
Some work involves working with fast drying materials.
Construction of new walls and ceilings including framing.
All duties may need to be performed in secure areas with patients or clients present in a hospital and institutional environment.
Other duties as assigned.
This is a full-time, in-person, essential position that is required to respond in person to after hours call backs to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency in a timely manner.
Essential Positions . Positions that perform essential law enforcement, highway maintenance, and other support services directly necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of patients, residents, and inmates of state institutions or state facilities. Employees in essential positions can be only FLSA non-exempt and can be required to work unexpected or unusual work hours to perform the essential and/or emergency services of the department without delay and/or without interruption.
Call Back applies when an eligible employee is required to report to work before the start or after the end of a scheduled shift. If there is no release from work between the call back hours and regular shift, it is considered a continuation of the shift and call back does not apply. When call back applies, a minimum of two (2) hours of the employee's regular base pay is guaranteed. Eligible employees are those who are eligible for overtime, and any call back time is counted as work time.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Experience:
Applicants must havefour years of building maintenance experiencethat included general maintenance and repairs in the areas ofplumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, HVAC, ground maintenance, etc.
Substitutions:
A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience as it relates to this position equal to four (4) years. To utilize the substitution, you must attach proof via transcripts, certificates, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a correctional environment.
Related General Building Maintenance Experience
Experience working with a work order system
Industrial Painting Experience
5 plus years of commercial painting experience
Experience operating scissor lifts and boom lifts.
Experience with road markings and/or striping
Experience working with and maintaining airless paint sprayer
PCard Experience
Basic experience working with computers, email, MS word, excel, etc.
Relevant years of state service experience.
Required Competencies
Independence - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to get things done.
Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Ability to follow policies to include sound tool control practices
Proficiency in building maintenance
Basic computer skills: email, MS Office, Google applications
Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving of your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials.
Conditions of Employment:
A full pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.
Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check.
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application, and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Must possess and maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado drivers license.
Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.
Must successfully pass Motor Vehicle Checks
Travel - This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools to perform daily duties. Will be required to travel to training and meetings. On occasion, this position travels to other districts.
Must be willing to receive an annual influenza vaccination or provide a document for a medical exemption or a letter for religious exemption.
Must successfully pass a Tuberculosis (TB) test.
Must be available for call back to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption.
Will be required to work various hours for coverage, weather related issues and essential/emergency services outside of normal business hours.
Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - Proximity to moving, mechanical parts, Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals., Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in high exposed places.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
Disclose that information on the application.
Provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position.
Provide the employee number from the applicant's prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hours per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
Minimum Qualification Screening Process:
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position.
You must complete the official State of Colorado online application.
Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process.
You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications.
Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).
Appeal Rights
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board (https://spb.colorado.gov/) website.
You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
You can find the official appeal form here (https://spb.colorado.gov/sites/spb/files/documents/Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf) .
You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or
Postmarked in US Mail to: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
Hand delivered: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
Faxed: 303.866.5038 within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:
At: 303.866.3300; or
Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules (https://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules) webpage.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
For additional recruiting questions, please contactMichele.Burkhardt@state.co.us (contactmichele.burkhardt@state.co.us)
About Us & Benefits
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) and dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home)
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) .
Our Values
We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
ADA Accommodations
CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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.
This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing 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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us .
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives 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 status in accordance with applicable law.
Additional Support For Your Application
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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Please explain, in detail, your "variety" of work experience in the areas of building maintenance as it relates to this position.
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Preferred Qualifications: Select all that you meet:
Experience working in a correctional environment.
Related General Building Maintenance Experience
Experience working with a work order system
Industrial Painting Experience
5 plus years of commercial painting experience
Experience operating scissor lifts and boom lifts.
Experience with road markings and/or striping
Experience working with and maintaining airless paint sprayer
PCard Experience
Basic experience working with computers, email, MS word, excel, etc.
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Preferred Qualifications: Based on your selections to the previous question, describe in detail how you meet the preferred qualifications. Include years of experience, name of employer, @types of environments, examples of situations that relate to the preferred qualifications, etc.
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Required Competencies: Select all that you meet:
Independence - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to get things done.
Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Ability to follow policies to include sound tool control practices
Proficiency in building maintenance
Basic computer skills: email, MS Office, Google applications
Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving of your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials.
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Ensure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and contains all information needed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, supports your responses to the supplemental questions and furthermore demonstrates all your experience as it relates to this position. If you were to be offered a position, compensation is based on this information. Do you acknowledge this? I ACKNOWLEDGE
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How many years of building maintenance experience do you have?
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Ensure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and contains all information needed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, supports your responses to the supplemental questions and furthermore demonstrates all your experience as it relates to this position. If you were to be offered a position, compensation is based on this information. Do you acknowledge this? I ACKNOWLEDGE
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