Facilities Specialist

Description

Job Description:

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.

Pay Scale:

$21.33/hr.

About CPCD:

At CPCD, we provide more than 1,500 children living in poverty, or who are challenged by special circumstances, with an early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program. Our additional health, dental, and family support services ensure that children enrolled in our programs are ready to succeed in school and life. Join our team and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

Additional Benefits for Eligible Employees (25+ hours per week):

CPCD offers paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays/Breaks.

• Paid Holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Presidents Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Paid Breaks include 1-week for Spring Break (March), 1-week for Fall Break (November), and 2- weeks for Winter Break (end of December/beginning of January).

Eligible employees receive a competitive benefits package including

• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance. CPCD also pays for Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost to you.
• Our 401(k) program offers traditional and Roth enrollment options with automatic enrollment in our profit-sharing after 1-year of employment.

Tuition Assistance is available after 60 days of employment

• $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 Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Program provides 6 FREE sessions with a counselor or therapist per year
• Full well-being program to encourage and promote your well-being in the workplace, including 2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities.

Requirements

Required:

• Minimum of 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 (e.g., outlets, ballasts)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines under pressure
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills for working with staff, contractors, and volunteers
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly
• Ability to lift and carry 50–100 lbs as required
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, TB assessment, drug screening (including marijuana), and background check in compliance with Head Start and Child Care Licensing standards.
• Access to reliable transportation; if using a personal vehicle, must maintain minimum liability insurance as required by the State of Colorado

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