Facilities & Grounds Technician — Maintenance & Safety

Verde Canyon Railroad; Clarkdale (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Verde Canyon Railroad is seeking a maintenance assistant to help keep facilities clean, safe, and ready for daily operations. The role covers cleaning tasks, loading/unloading materials, assembling scaffolding, and assisting skilled tradespeople on construction sites.

The position requires the ability to stand, bend, lift up to 25 lbs, and to learn quickly. A high school diploma and background checks are required; weekend availability may be needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance preferred.
• Capable of learning new skills quickly.
• Knowledge of plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems preferred.
• Able to use hand and mechanical tools to ensure safety.
• Must be able to move on and off the train safely.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pass drug screening and background check.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift 25 lbs unassisted.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Punctual and reliable with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain business cleanliness and appearance.
• Ensure safety regulations are met.
• Coordinate and facilitate maintenance and repairs.
• Cleaning and preparing construction sites.
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Building and taking down scaffolding and temporary structures.
• Following instructions from supervisors and implementing construction plans.
• Assisting skilled tradespeople in their duties.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Fast learner

Plumbing knowledge

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hand tools

Communication

Teamwork

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Verde Canyon Railroad is seeking a maintenance assistant to help keep facilities clean, safe, and ready for daily operations. The role covers cleaning tasks, loading/unloading materials, assembling scaffolding, and assisting skilled tradespeople on construction sites.

The position requires the ability to stand, bend, lift up to 25 lbs, and to learn quickly. A high school diploma and background checks are required; weekend availability may be needed.