DSNR Facilities Maintenance Technician

American Heritage Railways; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

American Heritage Railways in Durango, Colorado seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep of railway facilities and properties. This seasonal, non-exempt role focuses on keeping buildings safe, functional, and well-maintained across the Durango area.

Responsibilities include inspecting properties, diagnosing issues, and performing essential tasks such as landscaping, painting, carpentry, and basic repairs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities maintenance or related field.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair building systems efficiently.
• Comfort with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC tasks.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect Durango-based buildings and equipment for proper function.
• Perform upkeep and repairs to maintain safety and daily operations.
• Assist with landscaping, painting, carpentry, and renovations as needed.
• Coordinate with Public Safety on exit routes and emergency plans.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Problem-solving

Mechanical knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Job description

# DSNR Facilities Maintenance TechnicianDurango, CO 81301## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $25.00 HourlyPosition TypeSeasonal## DescriptionDivision/Department: Facilities MaintenanceJob Title: Facilities Maintenance TechnicianReports To: General ManagerType of Position: Non-Exempt (Hourly)Classification: Core (benefits-eligible)Compensation: $20-25/hourLocation: Durango, ColoradoJob Summary:The Facilities Maintenance Technician helps maintain all American Heritage Railways- and DSNGRR-owned buildings and properties throughout the Durango, Colorado, area. This position will be responsible for ensuring 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. This position will assist the Facilities Maintenance team in establishing a system and schedule for required maintenance services, upkeep, and capital improvements on property. This is a hands-on position, covering regular maintenance duties such as landscaping, painting, carpentry, and renovation in order to keep all Durango facilities in good working condition.Job Requirements Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Regularly inspect all Durango-based buildings, equipment, and appliances to verify proper function and perform regular upkeepInspect Durango-based properties for structural and aesthetic damage and repair, as appropriate, to retain daily operations and ensure employee and guest safetyProactively monitor and replace old/damaged appliances and appurtenances related to each propertyEstablish safeguards and response plans to handle fire-related or other property-based emergencies and draft exit routes with appropriate signage in coordination with the Public Safety departmentDiagnose problems and facilitate the timely repair of company-owned assets such as air-conditioning units, heating units, building plumbing, electrical and structural itemsClean and prepare vacated buildings and offices, when needed, to accommodate new occupantsRegularly communicate with company leadership and fulfill deadline requests and ad-hoc tasks when necessaryAssist with other special projects related to operations and grounds, such as Event Park duties, as neededEducation, Skill and Work Experience Requirements:Proven experience in facilities maintenance or a related fieldStrong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systemsProficiency in using maintenance tools and equipment.Ability to troubleshoot and solve maintenance issues efficientlyExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsPrior experience working in a commercial building-repair/maintenance position, preferredAbility & desire to perform physically demanding work within a varying work scheduleWork Environment:Working in and around a rail yard within an industrial shop environmentOccasional to frequent work in tight spaces (attic or crawl space), high areas (rooftop or scaffolding), and in varying climate conditionsVaried schedule sometimes requiring full-time hours with overtime work, or to be on-call and available after hours, when neededMajority of time spent in and around construction projects or zonesAbility to regularly lift up to 50 pounds