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General Labor

Job in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado, 81302, USA
Listing for: The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Facility Maintenance, Maintenance Worker
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19.16 USD Hourly USD 19.16 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: General Labor I

Pay Rate:

19.16 USD

Position Summary:

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. June 4,2026.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Fort Lewis College has transitioned to Workday. Apply for this position by going to this link:https://fortlewis

Please note that wee do not accept applications through any otheronline job application website or app.

Starting hourly rate is $19.16 per hour.

Physical Plant Services (PPS) supports the educational and public service programs of Fort Lewis College through the delivery of effective operational support, maintenance services and the management of the College’s facilities construction program.

Services are provided by the Service Center, Custodial Services,Electrical Systems, Electronic Equipment Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, Equipment Maintenance, Mechanical Systems Maintenance,Structural Maintenance and Planning, Design & Construction workunits.

This position will provide general labor services for Physical Plant Services with special emphasis on materials handling, minorvehicle and equipment service, grounds duties, custodial duties,snow removal and assisting other work units within the department

This position is an essential services position and required towork during inclement weather, campus special events and emergencies. This position is eligible for overtime whenpreapproved by the supervisor, eligible for call back pay, shift differential when applicable and is covered under the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs & Services Act.

Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications

  • no experience necessary
Preferred Qualifications
  • Work experience in a higher education institution
  • Work experience with an online work order system
  • Basic vehicle maintenance experience
  • Basic equipment maintenance experience
Required Competencies
  • Basic computer skills for timesheet entry, online training courses, work orders, emails and SDS sheets
  • Reading, writing and oral comprehension
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Active listening skills
  • Flexibility and adaptability to meet ever changing demands
  • Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time
  • Ability to tolerate noise, vibration and work in inclement weather
  • Ability to respond appropriately to supervision
  • Follows policy and procedures and fully cooperates with supervisors and coworkers
  • Ability to work and communicate with internal and external customers to meet the needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner. Committed to quality service
Conditions of Employment
  • A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check as a condition of employment. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with Fort Lewis College policy.
  • A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a post offer evaluation of lifting abilities.
  • This is an essential services position and must be able to work during inclement weather, special events, and emergencies. If thecampus is closed due to inclement weather, this position must beable to get to work on time to assist with weather emergencies.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver license. Must bein possession of the license at the time of application.
  • A final job offer is contingent upon the satisfactory review ofthe driving record by the College insurance agent and the satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment in order to drive a campus vehicle.
  • Must be able to exert 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or inexcess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.
  • Must work in proximity to moving, mechanical parts.
  • May encounter exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
  • Works with the following environmental conditions:
    Exposure toweather, extreme cold, extreme heat, wet and/or humid conditions,noise, vibration and atmospheric conditions such as fumes, noxiousodors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation, that affects the respiratory system, eyes or the skin.
JOB DUTIES

Material Handling 55%
  • Set up & break down equipment for special events andathletic events including transport, layout, set up and take downtables, chairs, risers, platforms, curtains, tents, canopies, floorprotectors, etc.
  • Assist with trash and recycling for the campus. Pick up andempty trash containers on campus and deliver refuse to centralcontainers utilizing truck or service cart.
  • Move office furniture and campus equipment as requestedutilizing hand trucks, dollies and other moving devices.
  • Assembling/ disassembling office furniture as required for transport or final set-up
Vehicle and Equipment Service 25%
  • Set up & break down equipment for special events andathletic events including transport, layout, set up and take downtables, chairs, risers, platforms, curtains, tents, canopies, floorprotectors, etc.
  • Assist with trash and recycling for the campus. Pick up andempty trash containers on campus and deliver refuse to centralcontainers utilizing truck or service cart.
  • Move office…
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