JOB DETAILS

Facilities Maintenance Technician

CompanyTheodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation
LocationMedora
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 6, 2026
About The Company
For over 50 years, we've believed Medora is a special place. It's our mission to preserve this place for generations and to connect people to Medora for positive, life-changing experiences. Everything we do in Medora comes back to three, overlapping circles that guide our work: History, Education, and Entertainment. By focusing on activities that hone in on these three areas, we better complete our vision, and stay true to the tenants of our founder Harold Schafer, and the millions of people who have enjoyed Medora a family-friendly, historic and entertainment destination since 1965.
About the Role

Description

Summary/Objective  

The Facilities Maintenance Technician will perform maintenance and repairs for assigned facilities including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling, and other building systems; snow removal and other seasonally appropriate actions. During April to October, weekend work is expected.  


Supervisory Responsibilities  

  • Seasonal supervision of a small team assigned to support summer tourism. You may work in an independent capacity, being personally responsible to the Maintenance Director for the status of assigned lodging properties, which are essential to accomplishing the Foundation’s missions. 

Duties/Responsibilities 

  • Inspect facilities, equipment, and building systems to identify maintenance and repair needs. 
  • Diagnose issues and determine appropriate repair solutions in a timely manner. 
  • Plan, prioritize, and complete repair work efficiently and safely. 
  • Perform general maintenance and repairs within skill level, including drywall repair, painting, door and lock repairs, and other building fixtures. 
  • Conduct routine preventative maintenance on building systems to ensure optimal performance and longevity. 
  • Coordinate with the Maintenance Director to schedule and oversee contracted repair services. 
  • Maintain cleanliness and assist with the overall upkeep and appearance of facilities and surrounding areas. 
  • Order and maintain inventory of supplies and materials in accordance with budget guidelines. 
  • Perform seasonal maintenance tasks, including irrigation system support and snow/ice removal. 
  • Develop and implement a preventative maintenance schedule for mechanical systems within the assigned lodging property. 
  • Perform swimming pool maintenance, including routine cleaning, monitoring, and basic upkeep. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support facility operations. 


Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities 

  • Ability to follow instructions from the Maintenance Director. 
  • Knowledge and skill to make general repairs. 
  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools. 
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Proficient with Maintenance Ticketing Systems (MaintainX or similar)  
  • Knowledge of carpentry, electrical, and plumbing repair. 
  • Ability to weld is desirable. 


Required Education and Experience 

  • High school diploma or equivalent required. 
  • Related experience preferred. 
  • Valid driver’s license is required. 
  • CDL is desirable. 
  • HVAC certification is desirable. 
  • Must have or ability to obtain a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification. 


Work Environment

This position operates in a number of TRMF businesses including hotels, motels, and campground. Depending on workload, the successful candidate may also operate in offices, employee housing, retail establishments, entertainment venues. The position also requires working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Evenings, weekends, and holidays are required from April through October. On Call shifts as assigned by the Maintenance Director. 


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

  • Prolonged periods of standing and walking. 
  • Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces. 
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. 
  • Must be able work in a variety of weather conditions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work vary seasonally from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to include evening and weekend shifts in our peak season, this position regularly requires long hours and weekend work. 

On Call shifts as assigned by the Maintenance Director 


AAP/EEO Statement  

It is the policy of TRMF to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, TRMF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 

Key Skills
CarpentryPlumbingElectrical RepairHeatingCoolingPreventative MaintenanceSnow RemovalIrrigationGeneral RepairsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementHand ToolsPower ToolsMicrosoft OfficeWeldingPool Maintenance
Categories
TradesConstructionHospitalityEnvironmental & Sustainability
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Maintenance Worker – Lodging is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs on assigned facilities, including various building systems and seasonal tasks. This role also involves supervising a small team during the summer tourism season and coordinating with the Maintenance Director.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
132
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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