Maintenance Engineering Technician - Coloradan

This position's purpose is to assist in and conduct the daily operations and maintenance of building systems including but not limited to: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, pool/spa, and other general maintenance requirements of facilities that vary from residential to commercial. Customer service, attention to detail and a proactive approach is required.

This position is Full Time

$26 per hour 

Location: The Coloradan - 1750 Wewatta

Benefits & Perks: 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, health insurance with three plan options, and dental, vision, and accident insurance. Life insurance, and a 401(K) plan with discretionary employer match are also provided. Enjoy paid time off, paid sick time, and career development training. Employees receive discounts at Eye Pieces & Venture Sports, and corporate discounts through Perk Spot. Additional perks include a sabbatical program, a $500 referral program, and an employee assistance program.

Posting Closing Date: 06/30/2026 or until filled

Our Building

Conveniently set steps from Denver’s Union Station, The Coloradan is one of Denver’s newest, bright and shiny, high-rise luxury, mixed use buildings. This high-rise has a rooftop pool on the 18th floor, a community garden and 19,000 square feet of retail on the lower floors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Immediate response to emergency situations (fire, evacuations, water mitigation, equipment failures, etc.)

· Perform work order requests

· Perform preventative maintenance duties including but not limited to: changing filters, greasing motors, replacing lights, ballast and switches, temperature complaints, power outages, drains, patching and painting, etc.

· Conduct periodic equipment inspections

· Comply with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies and company directives in regard to safety and building operations

· Maintain and ensure proper operation of life safety/fire systems/elevators

· Snow removal and janitorial duties as required

· Maintain the physical appearance of the common areas

· Special projects and project management as requested by management

· Provide hospitality level of customer service

· Other duties as assigned.

· Ability to read and interpret as-built drawings

· Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve

· Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms

· Active listening skills

· Ability to gain & retain trust of internal and external customers

· Hands on, no job is beneath me approach

· Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft applications, office equipment and Building Automation Systems (BAS)

· Ability to lift heavy objects when required

· Ability to work on one’s feet throughout the day

· Ability to walk up and down stairs

· Ability to work in extreme environments – extreme heat and extreme cold

· Ability to work Sunday-Wednesday (4 10s)

· Ability to be on call on a rotating shift

· Ability to be calm and resilient in emergency situations

Minimum Requirements:

Education and/or Experience

• Sustained background in a variety of trades
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• General maintenance experience strongly preferred
• Must have a professional demeanor
• Must have a sincere desire to help people – owners, guests, staff & alike

Language Skills

• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers.  Effectively present information to top management.
• Proficient in English as a second language

Equipment Utilized

• Variety of hand tools, power tools & landscaping equipment

Mathematical and Reasoning Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and the ability to read a tape.

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.

GENERAL:

Employee must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the Company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbal or written) to employees.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position.  This job description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification and addition as deemed necessary by the company.  Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested by supervisors, managers or other Company officials.

This job description does not constitute an employment contract between the Company and any employee.  This job description will be used for evaluation purposes.

The job responsibilities of this person may include cross training in other functions or positions to ensure satisfactory operation of the department or work area.