Restoration and Building Carpenter

**Division/Department:** Facilities Maintenance **Job Title:** Restoration and Building Carpenter (Facilities Maintenance Technician II) **Reports To:** Facilities Maintenance Manager **Type of Position:** Non-Exempt (Hourly) **Classification:** Core (benefits-eligible) **Compensation:** $25-$30/hour **Location:** Durango, Colorado **Job Summary** The Restoration and Building Carpenter helps maintain all AHR and subsidiary Durango based buildings, facilities 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. Work can include wood framing, sanding, staining, and finishing along with electrical and plumbing repair. Ideal candidates have an aptitude for, and some experience working in the carpentry or construction trade and have the ability and desire to hone their skills working on historic structures, and other railroad artifacts/material. 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. The Restoration and Building Carpenter may be called upon to take a leadership role in projects, helping to design and create facilities improvements and additions from implementation to completion. This is a hands-on position, covering regular maintenance duties such as landscaping, painting, carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and all other renovations to keep all Durango facilities in good working condition. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair all Durango-based buildings, equipment, landscaping, and appliances to ensure proper function, safety, and maintenance. Assist with installation/repair of plumbing, furnaces, generators, AC/DC electrical. Complete structural and finish carpentry work. When needed, take a lead/supporting role in the re-design and full remodeling of existing facilities. Work in tandem with other Facilities employees and Contractors to ensure smooth and communicative teamwork. Establish 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 department. Diagnose problems and facilitate the timely repair of company owned structures including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, exterior/interior aesthetics, and structural items. Work with other staff and leadership by communicating any risks, structural issues, or maintenance challenges that may exist. Clean and prepare vacated buildings and offices when needed to accommodate new occupants. Regularly communicate with company leadership and fulfill deadline requests and ad-hoc tasks when necessary. Follow all safety and company policies and procedures. Assist in OSHA and Safety inspections. Document repairs and expenses as required by my management. Other duties as assigned. **Education, Skill and Work Experience Requirements** Proven experience in facility maintenance, structural repair, or a related field. Strong knowledge in mechanics, welding, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC systems. Ability to follow blueprints and carpentry plans. Experience in woodworking including cabinet, framing and finish work. Familiarity with residential electrical, residential plumbing and general home-related repair skills. Proficiency in using maintenance tools and equipment. Ability to troubleshoot and solve maintenance issues efficiently. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Clear driving record and ability to operate tractors, trucks, trailers, man-lifts, and other equipment. Ability & desire to perform physically demanding work within a varying work schedule. Must possess a valid driver's license. This position…