Facilities Engineer I

Denver Center for the Performing Arts; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is seeking an entry to mid-level Facilities Engineer to support day-to-day repair and maintenance across multiple sites, including two office buildings and a live theater complex.

Responsibilities include HVAC, electrical and plumbing upkeep, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring safe operations with after-hours on-call coverage. This role demands basic blueprint reading and hands-on tools proficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–4 years of facilities maintenance experience.
• Prior work in event-based facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
• HVAC monitoring and scheduling equipment maintenance.
• Assist contractors and coordinate with staff.
• Read and interpret blueprints; maintain paperwork.
• Ensure safe operations; on-call after hours.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–4 years facilities maintenance experience

Tools

CMMS BAS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email applications

Job description

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FAC ? FAC General Full Time Manual Labor Denver, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1650

Salary Range: $24.35 To $30.45 Hourly

The application window for this position has an anticipated end date of 11/20/2026.

Company Overview

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musical, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.

Our Mission: “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”

Culture Statement

For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.

We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.

Job Purpose

This is an entry to mid-level Facilities Engineer position typically gained from one to four years’ experience. The Engineer I reports directly to the Engineering Manager and is expected to be actively involved in the day-to-day repair and maintenance, fabrication, installation, operations and event coverage of the facilities and related equipment. This position requires a basic understanding of, schematics, blueprints, drawings, sketches. Ability to operate power and hand tools.

The operational scope is that of multiple sites (two office buildings; one multi-use live theater complex comprised of four theater spaces; warehouse; one ballroom/events center, and 42 residential condominium units). The anticipated schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 1:30 pm until 10:00 pm. Hours may flex depending on scheduled events and performances.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintenance of facilities and systems electrical, plumbing and mechanical facilities equipment. Monitors and adjusts the HVAC system including checking, repairing, replacing and scheduling equipment for efficient operations.
• Performs furniture reconfigurations, office/equipment moves, furniture requests, drywall repairs, painting, changing out lamps and ballasts, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, ceiling tile repairs, carpet repairs, life safety equipment monitoring and operation and other similar tasks as required.
• Performs preventative maintenance tasks and makes repairs as necessary.
• Assists and monitors the activities of contractors working on DCPA systems.
• Interacts with employees and patrons to solve problems in system operations.
• Maintains paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Has basic knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, electrical and building systems and the maintenance necessary for each.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Has basic knowledge of HVAC mechanical and control systems for multi-use buildings.
• Has basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work, to include; clients, vendors and peers. This shall require the ability to effectively communicate well with all aforementioned persons in a diverse work environment.
• Has basic knowledge of construction methods and processes.
• Ability to utilize computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, CMMS BAS and email applications with some level of proficiency.
• Ability to read blueprints.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Degree or GED
• 1 - 4 years’ experience in the maintenance of facilities
• Prior work experience in event-based facilities preferred.

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Working Conditions

Job is ambulatory. It requires working in office settings, construction zones, exterior zones and confined spaces. Hands-on work will be required. on-call after regular business hours in emergency situations.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and consistently communicate over the phone, email and in person throughout scheduled shift. The employee frequently is required to move around the facilities and work environment, use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. In addition, employee is required to:

• Must be able to work off a ladder using standard safety practices.
• Must be able stand on feet for extended periods of time including standing on ladders, platforms or scaffold.
• Must be able promptly, physically respond/walk between properties, distances of 100 - 400 yards in each direction.
• A portion of time is spent lifting, moving, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and holding when making repairs, climbing on ladders. Carrying and/or lifting approximately 50 pounds and pushing and/or pulling approximately 200 pounds occurs at times (TV's, furniture, etc.)
• Must be able work in outdoor weather conditions such as shoveling snow.
• Ability to respond to incidents throughout various locations in a timely manner.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
    Valid Colorado Drivers License and company insurability.
  • Additional Requirement Information:
  • Must be available for on-call and after-hours response service calls on a rotating basis with other Engineers.

Compensation

$ 24.35 - $ 30.45 hourly

Full time positions include the following benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurance and Pet Insurance

401k Plan with employer contributions

Time off benefits including personal days, sick days, vacation days and 10 paid holidays.

The DCPA is located in Denver, CO and all roles are based at our on-site location: 1101 13th Street, Denver, CO 80204. Some roles at the DCPA may be eligible for hybrid work options. More information is available through the interview process.

The DCPA does not require applicants to disclose age, date of birth or dates of attendance and/or graduation from an educational institution in their application for employment. Applicants may redact these and other applicable dates from their resume, transcript, and any other material that they submit as part of their application for employment.

In order to provide high quality, culturally competent care to our patrons, students, guests and team members, it is of highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel welcome and valued.