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Playground Safety Inspection Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA

Office Manager

Rifle, CO

$17.42 - $23.95/hr

Safety and Supervision * Conduct active supervision audits and playground safety checks. * Coordinate bus evacuation drills and manage building security, maintenance, and repairs. * Regularly inspect ...

CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA DE UTAH

Office Manager

Rifle, CO · On-site

$17.42 - $23.95/hr

Safety and Supervision * Conduct active supervision audits and playground safety checks. * Coordinate bus evacuation drills and manage building security, maintenance, and repairs. * Regularly inspect ...

CENTRO DE LA FAMILIA

Office Manager

Grand Junction, CO

$19.03 - $23.95/hr

Safety and Supervision * Conduct active supervision audits and playground safety checks. * Coordinate bus evacuation drills and manage building security, maintenance, and repairs. * Regularly inspect ...

Centro

Office Manager

Grand Junction, CO · On-site

$19.03 - $23.95/hr

Safety and Supervision * Conduct active supervision audits and playground safety checks. * Coordinate bus evacuation drills and manage building security, maintenance, and repairs. * Regularly inspect ...

Centro de la Familia de Utah

Office Manager

Rifle, CO · On-site

$17.42 - $23.95/hr

Safety and Supervision * Conduct active supervision audits and playground safety checks. * Coordinate bus evacuation drills and manage building security, maintenance, and repairs. * Regularly inspect ...

City of Boulder

Downtown Parks Supervisor

Boulder, CO · On-site

Oversees the City of Boulder Park and Playground Safety Program, including conducting repairs, safety inspections, and equipment maintenance. * Oversees a range of horticultural tasks such as ...

Legend Management Group

Groundskeeper

Sterling, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

... safety precautions * Complete Monthly Building/Grounds Inspection Report * Inspect and water plant material/flowers to ensure health and longevity * Paint curbs, signposts, playground equipment ...

Legend Management Group

Groundskeeper

Sterling, CO · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

... safety precautions * Complete Monthly Building/Grounds Inspection Report * Inspect and water plant material/flowers to ensure health and longevity * Paint curbs, signposts, playground equipment ...

Powdr

Summer 2026: Activity Operator

Copper Mountain, CO · On-site

$17.50 - $19.20/hr

Must follow strict safety guidelines in the inspection and operation of all activity machinery ... of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for ...

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What is the difference between Playground Safety Inspection vs Playground Equipment Technician?

AspectPlayground Safety InspectionPlayground Equipment Technician
CertificationsCPRS, safety inspection certificationsEquipment repair, maintenance certifications
Work EnvironmentInspections at various playground sitesRepair and maintenance at playground facilities
Job FocusAssessing safety compliance and hazardsInstalling, repairing, and maintaining equipment

While both roles involve working with playgrounds, Playground Safety Inspectors focus on evaluating safety standards and identifying hazards, whereas Playground Equipment Technicians handle the repair and maintenance of playground equipment. Both roles require safety-related certifications and are essential for ensuring safe play environments, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ significantly.

How do you become a playground safety inspector?

To become a playground safety inspector, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and should complete training in playground safety standards, such as those from the Consumer Product Safety Commission or ASTM. Certification programs are available and often preferred by employers, and inspectors should have good attention to detail and knowledge of safety regulations to effectively evaluate playground equipment and surfaces.

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TECHNICIAN L1, PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE

Denver Public Schools

Denver, CO • On-site

$23.33 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Denver Public Schools rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

442nd of 634 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description


** Applications will be received until August 24, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org. **
About this job:
Performs equipment maintenance activities required for District playground equipment properties in optimal condition.
What DPS Offers You:
  • A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
  • Salary Range: $23.331-$23.755. Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
  • In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:
  • L1 (Apprentice)
    • Under the direction L2 or L3 technicians: Assists with and or performs all functions of the L2 (Journeyman) and L3 (Master or Multi-Skilled) level position.
    • Performs annual District-wide playground equipment safety inspection to monitor compliance with Colorado School Districts Self Insurance Pool requirements, and
    • U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Playground Standards.
    • Installs different types playground, play and athletic equipment in accordance with the CPSC guidelines and related athletic sport rules of play.
    • Installs, repairs, and maintains playgrounds, play areas and courts, support equipment.
    • Performs minor welding repair and maintenance.
    • Communicates and coordinates with staff at work site and with other shop staff.
    • Diagnoses repairs; modifies and performs repairs using blueprints; and considering playground safety codes.
    • Prepares and cleans up job site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials.
    • Reviews work orders, prioritizes, and determine supplies for repair and purchases supplies using District purchase order system.
    • Performs work and cross trains in at least one other trade as an apprentice.
    • Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24 hour on-call basis.
    • Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What You'll Need:
  • High school diploma or equivalent minimum required.
  • Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards. Must have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Must hold/obtain and maintain a certification as a Certified Playground inspector from the National Playground Safety Association (NPSA). Certification in several types of industrial welding to include oxy-acetylene and AC/DC arc welding, preferred.
  • Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
  • Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
  • Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun
About Us
Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.
DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.

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