Division/Department: Facilities Maintenance
Job Title: Facilities Laborer
Reports To: General Manager
Type of Position: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Classification: Seasonal
Compensation: $18-$22/hour
Location: Durango, Colorado
Job Summary: The Facilities Laborer helps maintain all American Heritage Railways and DSNGRR-owned building facilities and properties throughout the Durango, Colorado area. This position will be responsible for helping ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our facilities by performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks. Your primary goal will be to maintain a safe and functional environment for employees and visitors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist Facilities Maintenance Technicians with inspecting Durango-based buildings, equipment, and appliances to verify proper function and perform regular upkeep
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Assist Facilities Maintenance Technicians in repairing structural and aesthetic damage and repair, as appropriate, to retain daily operations and ensure employee and guest safety
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Help proactively monitor and replace old/damaged appliances and appurtenances related to each property.
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Clean and prepare vacated buildings and offices, when needed, to accommodate new occupants
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Assist with other special projects related to operations and grounds, such as Event Park duties, as needed
Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:
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Basic knowledge of facilities maintenance or related skills.
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Proficiency in using maintenance tools and equipment.
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Ability to troubleshoot and solve maintenance issues efficiently.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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Prior experience working in a commercial building-repair/maintenance position, preferred
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Some knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems preferred
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Ability & desire to perform physically demanding work within a varying work schedule
Work Environment:
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Working in and around rail yard within industrial shop environment
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Occasional to frequent work in tight spaces (attic or crawl space), high areas (rooftop or scaffolding), and in varying climate conditions
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Varied schedule sometimes requiring full-time hours with overtime work, or to be on-call and available after hours, when needed
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Majority of time spent in and around construction projects or zones
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Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds
