Structural Trades II

Pay Rate:

24.45 USD

Position Summary:

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. March 28, 2026.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Fort Lewis College has transitioned to Workday. Apply for this position by going to this link: https://fortlewiscollege.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FLC.
Please note that we do not accept applications through any other online job application website or app.
Starting hourly rate is $24.45 per hour. Prior confirmed State of Colorado state service in the structural trades class series may entitle candidates to a higher hourly wage.

Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program The services are coordinated through the Service Center and are accomplished by Custodial Services, Electrical Systems and Electronic Equipment Maintenance, Grounds and Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Structural Maintenance work units. The Project Management work unit plans projects and provides design and construction management services to support the facilities improvement and construction program.

The Structural Maintenance work unit exists to maintain, repair and improve College facilities; provide support for college events; and activities; provide a safe and functional campus. Individual Structural Trades work unit staff members are skilled in the carpentry, general maintenance, roofing, painting, and locksmithing areas. The primary goal of the Structural Maintenance work unit is to provide services and facilities that create the best possible environment for teaching and learning at Fort Lewis College.

Job Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience Only:

Four (4) years of relevant experience in structural trades related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience: 

A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in structural trades related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Work experience in a higher education institution

• Work experience with an online work order system

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets

• Reading, writing and oral comprehension

• Strong customer service skills

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Active listening skills

• Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands

• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time

• Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather

• Ability to respond appropriately to supervision

• Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers

• Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.                      

• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.

• This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If the campus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must be able to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license. Must be in possession of the license at the time of application.

• A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory review of the driving record by the College insurance agent and the satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment in order to drive a campus vehicle.

• Must be able to exert 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

• Must work in proximity to moving, mechanical parts.

• May encounter exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals

• Works with the following environmental conditions: Exposure to weather, extreme cold, extreme heat, wet