Description

Job Summary

The Recreation Services team at the University of Colorado, Boulder is seeking applications for a Structural Trades I - Facility and Fitness Equipment Specialist! This position assists with maintaining and repairing fitness/weight equipment, along with supporting facility, pool and ice rink maintenance and repairs. Tasks assigned will require knowledge of trades work to complete the job in an efficient, cost effective and safe manner while providing excellent customer service.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The Division of Student Life consists of 30 departments that provide student support and services dedicated to helping students become successful, curious, competent individuals during their time at CU Boulder.

The work in Student Life supports all factors of the student experience, no matter what department a staff member may work in. This includes where students live, eat, make friends, build professional skills and find help if they need it. Many departments provide involvement opportunities, educational resources and support services to help students find their community and build lifelong skills. Student Life also has shared services departments that support the work and staff of our student-facing areas, including areas like center for assessment, insight and research, business services, finance, employee experience, communication and marketing and technology solutions.

With over 900 staff members in the Division of Student Life, our diverse team is uniquely positioned to personalize the student experience and advocate for students, enhancing their success inside and outside the classroom.

CU Boulder Recreation Services is a welcoming, valued, campus resource that promotes healthy lifestyles through high-quality, accessible, facilities and experiences. This student-fee-funded unit features a student-led CUSG Recreation Board and a diverse team of professional experts to help meet evolving recreational needs and support student engagement and success. Recreation Services oversees the LEED Platinum main campus Student Rec Center, a building with over 300,000 square feet of recreation and fitness activity space, as well as a satellite recreation center at Williams Village, outdoor basketball courts, a challenge ropes course, and eight turf and grass fields around campus. Throughout these facilities, members of the CU community can engage with a variety of programs that include ice skating, indoor rock climbing, intramural and club sports, yoga, aquatics and so much more.

Requirements

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Fitness/Weight Equipment Technician

• Perform the full repair cycle of locating and troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, testing, reassembly, cleaning and adjustment of fitness and weight equipment.
• Repair or replace treadmill decks, chains, sprockets, bearings, pulleys, springs and cables on various machines.
• Perform fully preventive and mechanical maintenance as required and scheduled, including preventative maintenance equipment inspections, parts usage and warranty repairs.
• Responsible for keeping free weight and resistance machine area in a clean, orderly, properly aligned and well condition as required by ADA and safety protocols.
• Perform mechanical schedule and calibration maintenance of fitness center equipment.
  Assist in the supervision of student staff, hiring, scheduling, training and evaluating staff.

Facility Maintenance

• Perform skilled and routine facility maintenance and repairs of building equipment, including aspects of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general labor duties.
• Perform simple maintenance and repairs of floors and walls including, patching, painting, replacing, and protecting as needed.
• Troubleshoots, cleans, tests and performs other preventative maintenance tasks in the facility.

Outdoor Facility Work

• Perform routine maintenance/ repairs of the outdoor recreation facilities
• Lining sports fields, moving goals, groom turf fields, and assist with ropes course

Pool Maintenance

• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on 3 pools.
• Checks pools for correct chemical balance, adds chlorine and muriatic acid, backwashes filters, performs repairs to chlorinator and circulation pump, changes filters, calibrates controller and fixes any error and alarms.

Ice Rink Maintenance

• Perform routine ice rink duties include monitoring building automation system that controls rink refrigeration, edge the ice, ice making using the Zamboni.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on the Zamboni and keep a detailed log of maintenance activities.

Special Events/Projects

• Collaborate and support to other areas within Student Life Affairs with planning, implementing, set up, tear down for special events and project.

Recreation Program and Facilities Quality Control

• This position contributes to the development of ideas and suggestions for program and facility improvement.
• Periodically attend Recreation Services classes or programs and use various assessment tools to ensure they are meeting or exceeding the standards and mission of the department.
• Report any problems or suggestions to the appropriate manager for attention.

What You Should Know

• This position operates University vehicles and requires a Driver's License in good standing.
• The anticipated hours for this position are Sunday - Thursday, from 7:00am - 3:30pm.
• Must be flexible if hours are adjusted, based on facility need.

What We Can Offer You

• $ Starting Salary is 50,000
• At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.

What We Require

• Two (2) years of semiskilled or skilled labor experience in the field of building or facility maintenance.
• This includes knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, painting, pool maintenance and related tools and equipment.
• Appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program will substitute the required experience on a yearforyear basis.
• Ability to safely and effectively use a variety of tools.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Strenuous movement of heavy objects and fitness equipment like treadmills, elliptical bikes, weight benches and free weights. This includes stooping, bending, pushing and lifting up to 75 lbs.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Proven working knowledge of common methods, practices, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of building and fitness equipment.
• Knowledge of swimming pool and Ice Rink operations or maintenance.
• Possession of current certifications in: Certified Pool Operator (CPO).
• Current CPR/first aid certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with Connect2 Concepts Work Order System.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

A current resume.
Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by March 17, 2026, for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for his / her regularly assigned shift during emergency campus closures.