What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician II – Garden of the Gods position at City of Colorado Springs?
Salary
$21.78 - $26.14 Hourly
Location
Recreation and Cultural Services - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type
Classified - Full Time
Job Number
17456
Division
Parks, Rec & Cultural Svc
Department
Garden of the Gods
Opening Date
12/15/2025
Closing Date
12/29/2025 12:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Maintenance Technician II – Garden of the Gods
About the Job: In this position, you will perform essential maintenance and operational tasks and projects at Garden of the Gods Park. You will also help to keep up with the demands that nearly 4 million visitors place on the park annually. This position will also help to provide a safe, attractive, and sustainable park experience.
Job Type: Full Time
Learn more about the department: https://coloradosprings.gov/parks
This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.
As a Maintenance Technician II You Will
Knowledge Of
We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Apply to Join Our Team
You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.
To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!
Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.
The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
How many years of relevant experience do you possess?
Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions?
Do you have experience scheduling and overseeing contractors, volunteers, and seasonal employees?
If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience.
Required Question
Employer City of Colorado Springs
Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903
Phone 719-385-5171
Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov
$21.78 - $26.14 Hourly
Location
Recreation and Cultural Services - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type
Classified - Full Time
Job Number
17456
Division
Parks, Rec & Cultural Svc
Department
Garden of the Gods
Opening Date
12/15/2025
Closing Date
12/29/2025 12:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Non-Exempt
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Maintenance Technician II – Garden of the Gods
About the Job: In this position, you will perform essential maintenance and operational tasks and projects at Garden of the Gods Park. You will also help to keep up with the demands that nearly 4 million visitors place on the park annually. This position will also help to provide a safe, attractive, and sustainable park experience.
Job Type: Full Time
Learn more about the department: https://coloradosprings.gov/parks
This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.
As a Maintenance Technician II You Will
- Complete daily park maintenance, including removal of trash and litter, clear trails of debris
- Clean park facilities and restrooms; remove graffiti; and provide snow removal
- Maintain existing trail features and landscaping; restore natural areas; and provide noxious weed treatment
- Complete daily operational assignments, including opening and closing park gates and facilities; perform traffic control
- Assist with planning and executing trail maintenance and construction projects; purchase materials
- Organize, coordinate, and lead volunteer events
- Provide information about park rules and regulations to visitors
Knowledge Of
- Methods and techniques used in general construction, maintenance, janitorial, and repair
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
- Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
- Safely operate assigned vehicles and various equipment, hand and power tools, and machinery
- Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).
- Three years of full-time, professional experience in a related field.
- Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions.
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
- Experience scheduling and overseeing contractors, volunteers, and seasonal employees
Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Apply to Join Our Team
- Please visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).
- Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
- Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
- We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability page
- Our Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position’s closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.
To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!
Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.
The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
01
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than high school
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or above
How many years of relevant experience do you possess?
- Less than one year
- One or more years
- Two or more years
- Three or more years
- Four or more years
- Five or more years
Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions?
- Yes
- No
Do you have experience scheduling and overseeing contractors, volunteers, and seasonal employees?
- Yes
- No
If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience.
Required Question
Employer City of Colorado Springs
Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903
Phone 719-385-5171
Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov
Salary : $22 - $26