Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

RTD; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Transportation District (RTD) seeks FM Mechanics to maintain a range of equipment across RTD facilities, Park-n-Rides, and bus shelters. The role emphasizes safety, independent work, and adherence to hazardous materials guidelines.

Two vacancies are planned: Boulder and Denver - Rio Court locations. Applicants must pass physical and safety assessments, possess CDL-B or obtain within 90 days, and have a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Class B Colorado CDL within 90 days of employment or ability to obtain.
• Colorado driver license; clean driving record within past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate electrical and air-powered tools and heavy equipment.
• Install and repair various facility systems (plumbing, HVAC, boilers, hydraulics).
• Troubleshoot malfunctions across electrical, hydraulic, and refrigeration systems.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading blueprints

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Confined spaces work

Physical stamina

Electrical systems

HVAC systems knowledge

Welding

Plumbing

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B license

Colorado driver license

Tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical testing tools

Boiler and HVAC maintenance tools

Job description

At Regional Transportation District (RTD), We make lives better through connections!

When you join RTD, you will be among dedicated employees exhibiting RTD's values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration, and ownership. RTD is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. As part of our diversity value statement, we encourage our employees to honor diversity in thought, people, and experience. Come join RTD on this great journey to be the trusted leader in mobility, delivering excellence and value to our customers and community.

RTD Employee Benefits: https://www.rtd-denver.com/careers/benefits (RTD Represented Employee Benefits: Please refer to the Labor Agreement included in the above link for details.)

This position is responsible for maintenance of a variety of equipment, using a variety of tools in RTD facilities, Park-n-Rides and bus shelters. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to the rules and regulations of the Drug and Alcohol Policy.

This requisition is expecting to fill two vacancies - (1) at Boulder and (1) at Denver - Rio Court locations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely operates electrical and air powered tools, pipe fitting, welding, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other mechanical tools, snow removal and salt spreader equipment and/or other heavy equipment assigned to the department.
• Installs new/replacement equipment and materials in all RTD facilities by performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, masonry, glazing, boiler, hydraulic, pneumatic, irrigation, heating, refrigeration, ventilating, air conditioning and other maintenance work.
• Trouble shoots, diagnoses and repairs malfunctions in boilers, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, heating, refrigeration, ventilating and air conditioning, irrigation and other RTD systems, structures and equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics and technical manuals pertaining to facilities and equipment installed and serviced.
• Surveys work requirements, measures and calculates materials, labor, and systems requirements, prepares material lists and carries out required tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Conducts self in an appropriate manner as a representative of RTD, working effectively in a diverse working environment.
• Works well independently and under minimum supervision.
• Handles hazardous materials safely including acidic, caustic, volatile and explosive substances.
• Conforms to all safety regulations and practices. Works flexible days, hours, shifts.
• Able to work in all RTD facilities; Park-n-Rides and bus shelters.
• Works on occasion in confined spaces, at heights, outdoors in all weather conditions, in a garage environment and lift up to 60 lbs.
• Performs all other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess, or be able to obtain a valid Class B Colorado Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess a valid Colorado driver license or ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment. No DUI, DWI or reckless driving in the past 5 years.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge and experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing, industrial waste, air conditioning, heating, irrigation systems, boilers, pneumatic equipment, pumps, hydraulic equipment, pipe fitting and welding.
• Skill in the use of the tools and performance of the tasks of the various trades utilized to repair the systems.
• Possess a minimum set of hand tools as specified by the RTD facilities maintenance tool list.
• Possess general knowledge of safety procedures and ability to follow safe working practices.
• Must be able to acquire knowledge of EPA, DOT and other related safety rules and regulations and have knowledge and ability to follow safe work practices.
• Must be able to read and understand at the appropriate level technical manuals, schematics, blueprints and technical trade code books pertaining to facilities and equipment.
• Must be able to work under minimum supervision and be capable of directing others in assigned duties.
• Ability and willingness to work in confined spaces, at heights, outdoors and to lift objects up to 90 lbs. in weight. Ability to work flexible days, hours, shifts.
• Ability to pass a RTD required Physical Ability Assessment (PAA) related to the physical requirements of the essential functions of the job; DOT physical; drug screen; and background check with education verification.

OR

• An equivalent combination of experience, knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

Facility Maintenance (FM) Mechanics work in a dynamic and physically demanding environment that requires flexibility, technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to safety.

• Employees may routinely be exposed to extreme temperatures, including heat, cold, snow, rain, and wind; dust, dirt, fumes, noise, and vibration; moving vehicles and heavy equipment, hazardous materials, chemicals, fuels, lubricants, and cleaning agents; electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems; elevated work areas, ladders, scaffolding, and rooftops; confined spaces; and uneven or slippery surfaces.

Career Map:

Based on job performance, experience, education and position availability the next step on the career map for this position may be:

Posting Opens: September 25, 2026

Posting Closes: October 9, 2026

Pay Range

$34.31 - $38.09 Hourly

EEO POLICY AND ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

RTD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless to the race, sex, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. RTD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, promotions, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to our Employment ADA Coordinator Kris Frazier at [e-mail], or the Talent Acquisition team [e-mail]. To learn more or see our EEO policy, please visit our EEO page at: https://www.rtd-denver.com/open-records/reports-and-policies/eeo-policy.

RTD posts a compensation range that represents a good faith estimate of what RTD anticipates paying for the position at the time of posting. Starting salary is based on the candidate’s relevant and verified education, training and work experience. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application.