Find & Apply For Maintenance Helper / Assistant Jobs in Durango, Colorado

Salary $2,761.60 - $3,107.20 Biweekly Location Durango, La Plata County, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number 260728.1000.1004 Department General Services Division Facilities & Grounds Opening Date 07/28/2026 Closing Date 8/11/2026 4:00 PM Mountain Job Application Fairness Act In accordance with CO SB23-058, applicants understand that La Plata County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that La Plata County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party. Equal Employment Opportunity La Plata County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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. 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 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 to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your request to HRHelpDesk@lpcgov.org . •This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities for this job. The duties, expectations and actions listed for this role may change at any time with or without notice. •Job Summary Coordinates and performs general, preventative and special maintenance projects for assigned facility(s); supervises facilities and grounds staff and establishes priorities based on facility usage; assesses facility needs and makes recommendations of priorities for maintenance and improvements; coordinates event/group functions at the facility; communicates event needs with department divisions, units, user groups, etc.; and resolves operational problems. Essential Job Functions Essential functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible. Carries out supervisory responsibility in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable laws including: interviewing and hiring staff; planning, assigning and directing work; controlling and issuing internal and external keys; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Coordinates event/group functions scheduled at the facility; communicates with other departments and outside users to establish group/event needs; makes changes in the facilities as appropriate to meet those needs; works with representatives of the group/event and the public to support the success of the operation including: set up, tear down, safety and security, parking and the coordination of utilities such as electrical, lighting, and water. Coordinates maintenance functions and oversees various projects for the assigned facility(s); develops, maintains, oversees and conducts preventative maintenance schedule, activities and inspections of facility systems, appliances and equipment; troubleshoots systems and engages professional trades personnel as appropriate. Provides training for the development of individual skills of facility and grounds staff so that all tasks performed are accomplished at an acceptable level. Meets with the public to respond to questions and resolve problems in an honest and positive manner concerning the assigned facility(s).

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintains inventory of materials necessary for facility and grounds maintenance, equipment repair and servicing, and operation of the maintenance shop. Operates and maintains a variety of heavy equipment including tractors, motor grader, backhoe, dump trucks and water trucks; performs preventive and major maintenance/repairs on all of the equipment as needed. Completes daily, weekly and monthly records of work accomplished; makes recommendations for the annual budget and capital improvement projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Regular and predictable attendance is required.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED

: Vehicle(s),

Heavy Equipment, Hand Tools, Sound Systems, General Office Equipment, Computer, Fuel System, Two-Way Radio, Welder, and General Custodial Equipment Minimum Qualifications Required Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED; and, Two to four years of progressively responsible related experience; or, Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Driver's License (Commercial Driver's License desirable). First Aid and CPR Certification (desirable).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of:

Practices, methods, tools, materials, equipment and techniques of the building trades (electrical, plumbing, welding, and concrete). Operation and routine maintenance of light and heavy equipment. Basic mathematics. Basic budgetary principles and practices. Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff. All applicable state, federal and local laws, rules and regulations.

Skill in:

The operation of heavy equipment, small equipment and vehicles in all weather conditions. Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines. Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up assignments with a minimum of direction. Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff. Selecting and motivating staff and providing for their training and professional development. Communicating clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

Ability to:

Ability to perform routine preventive maintenance and make minor repairs to equipment. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Non-Discrimination and EEO Statement La Plata County prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with La Plata County on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or genetic information. La Plata County is an equal opportunity employer and assures equal employment opportunities for protected classes, persons with disabilities and for covered veterans.

Covered veterans include:

special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge was authorized. Inquiries regarding La Plata County's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Director of Human Resources 1101 E 2nd Avenue Durango, CO 81301

Tel:

(970)382-6361

Fax:

(970)375-7985

Email:

HRHelpdesk@lpcgov.org La Plata County offers an extensive comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, paid parental leave and long term disability.