DSNR Facilities Maintenance Technician

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Co; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Co. is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Technician in Durango, CO.

This non-exempt position ensures safe and functional company facilities through hands-on maintenance, repairs, and upkeep across buildings, yards, and properties. Responsibilities include inspecting assets, diagnosing issues, performing repairs on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural components, and supporting safety plans with the Public Safety department.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in facilities maintenance or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with common maintenance tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Regularly inspect Durango-based buildings, equipment, and appliances for proper function and upkeep.
• Repair and replace damaged components to support daily operations and safety.
• Diagnostic and timely repair of assets such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural items.
• Assist with safety plans and exit routes in coordination with Public Safety.
• Communicate with leadership and fulfill deadlines and ad-hoc tasks.
• Support special projects related to operations and grounds, including Event Park duties.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication with leadership

Physical stamina

Schedule flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade certification in facilities maintenance

Tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

Division/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