Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker

Salary: $20.69 Hourly
Location : Durango, CO
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Division: Water Treatment - 8114
Opening Date: 04/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Schedule Details:: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a seasonal position, typically running from May through November, with a schedule of up to 40 hours per week.

Description
As a Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker in our Public Works department, you will support the daily operations of water treatment facilities by performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks. Working under the guidance of the Water Facility Supervisor, you will assist certified operators in keeping our facilities clean, safe, and in good repair.

This is a seasonal position, typically running from May through November, with a schedule of up to 40 hours per week.

City of Durango's Trail to Excellence
The City of Durango is a purpose-driven organization with more than 400 full-time and 300 part-time and seasonal employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day. From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here.

At the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E), and every employee plays a part in it. Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the of providing excellent service and reaching the city's vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible.

The full details of this vision are outlined in the

As a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:

• Your ideas help shape citywide improvements.
• The work you do ties directly into measurable goals.
• You'll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.

We're looking for team members who share our core values of teamwork, dependability, professionalism, service, respect, innovation, and wellbeing - and who are excited to make a difference in the community we serve.
Essential Job Duties

What You'll Do in This Role:

• Maintain grounds using equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, and skid steers
• Support irrigation systems by helping maintain, test, and repair components
• Assist with landscaping tasks, including applying fertilizers and managing weeds
• Perform general facility upkeep such as painting, cleaning, and minor repairs
• Help with basic plumbing, carpentry, and equipment maintenance as needed
• Transport tools, materials, and equipment between sites
• Communicate with supervisors and team members to keep projects on track

Minimum Qualifications

You Have:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Six months of experience in maintenance, landscaping, or a related field
• A valid state driver's license

You Will Succeed in This Role If You:

• Apply your experience with hand and power tools to complete maintenance tasks effectively
• Maintain a commitment to following safety best practices and procedures
• Enjoy hands-on work and are comfortable working outdoors in a variety of conditions
• Stay organized and follow through on tasks independently and as part of a team

Supplemental Information

What We Can Offer You: The following perks are available for part-time and seasonal employees.

• Free pass to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area
• Free Transit pass
• Eligibility to participate in the City's Annual Wellness Challenge and a chance to receive prizes and cash rewards

Belong at the City of Durango:

We believe in creating an inclusive workforce that welcomes diversity of thoughts, viewpoints, and experiences.

The City of Durango is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

City of Durango's Indigenous Land Acknowledgement
Part Time and Seasonal employees are eligible for a free transit pass, recreation center pass and Chapman Hill pass, with discounted rates for family members in the same household.

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Do you have six months of experience in maintenance, landscaping, or a related field?

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