CDOC Utility Plant Operator I (Limon)

Colorado Department of Corrections; Limon (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement benefits

Medical and dental health plans

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Colorado Department of Corrections seeks a skilled Utility Plant Operator/Boiler Operator for the Limon Correctional Facility in Limon, CO. You will maintain the central plant, monitor boilers and chillers, and ensure safe, compliant operation of all facility utilities.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, emergency response, and coordinating with other trades while ensuring secure, efficient plant operations in a high-security environment.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of utility plant operations experience including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Experience with electrical, water distribution, water treatment, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate the LCF central plant (boiler house) and associated systems.
• Monitor and document performance, conduct preventive and corrective maintenance, and respond to emergencies.
• Coordinate with trades and document work orders and safety compliance.

Skills

Proficiency in plant operations

Blueprint reading

Emergency response

Education

Boiler Operator Certification

Stationary Engineer Certification

Job description

Department Information

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

Department Information

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined
• Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates . Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities, and more.
• Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information
• This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle

Who May Apply

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Job Location

This recruitment is for the Limon Correctional Facility. The eligibility list created from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in Limon.

Description Of Job

This Utility Plant Operator is a Boiler Operator at the Limon Correctional Facility (LCF) in Limon, CO. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: ensuring a safe, healthy, comfortable, and secure working and living environment for staff, visitors, and inmates at the Limon Correctional Facility, through the implementation of timely, efficient, and correct operation, modification, maintenance, and repair of the facility physical plant (electrical and water distribution systems, water treatment systems, electronic and mechanical systems, heating and cooling systems, grounds, structures, laundry, and office-living-work areas). This position maintains the Limon Correctional Facility's entire physical plant. Position promotes the Colorado Department of Corrections Mission, Vision and Values while adhering to a high level of integrity, commitment and providing excellent customer service. Position maintains safety and security of facility and work sites; through clear and accurate communication trains staff in the proper use of controlled items, tools, equipment and chemicals; enforces security procedures by conducting work site searches; monitors workplace environment, paying close attention to changes, inappropriate activity or potential problems; responds to emergency situations such as fights, fires and escapes according to agency policy and writes and submits required reporting. Through conscientious observation, clear communications and adherence to agency Administrative Regulations, facility Implementation Adjustments and the Code of Penal Discipline, position promotes a safe and secure environment. Position is subject to facility call back or working additional hours or shifts to maintain safety and security. Position ensures the safe, efficient, compliant and cost effective execution of assigned tasks and projects and the cleanliness of physical plant and equipment. Position is responsible for facility central plant (boiler house). Position assures proper operation of the LCF Central Plant by constant monitoring, testing, recording, certifying and completing corrective, preventive, predictive maintenance on chillers, boilers, generator, water treatment system and electrical switching devices. Position may require working additional shifts and or hours to ensure safe and secure operations. Position ensures a clean, safe and secure work environment through scheduled sanitation procedures, tool/key inventory control and compliance to applicable health and safety codes. Position coordinates logistical support with other trades and shops in order to use resources efficiently; completes required documentation such as work orders and incident reports; ensures all work completed is in compliance with all applicable standards, codes, regulations, and policy.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

Ensure that the "Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of employment experience in utility plant operations performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.

Utility Plant Operational Experience: modification, maintenance, and repair of the physical plant such as electrical and water distribution systems, water treatment systems, electronic and mechanical systems, and/or heating and cooling systems.

OR

Applicant may meet the four (4) year requirement with a combination of work experience as follows:

A minimum of two (2) years of experience as described above, may be combined with Correctional experience for a total of four (4) or more years.

Correctional Experience - must be security related duties where primary responsibilities included detaining, controlling movement and escorting inmates in a prison facility ; conducting counts and searches while monitoring inmate assignments, and movement throughout the day. If you are using correctional experience, be sure to include details in the 'Work Experience' section of the application.

Substitutions

Completion of formal education at an accredited, non-correspondence trade/vocational school, college or university that resulted in demonstrated competencies equivalent to those gained through the required experience may be substituted for the experience on a year for year basis. If you are using education as a substitution, you must attach transcripts showing the name of the institution, your name and student ID, the degree, and date awarded.

Required Competencies

• Strong work ethic, integrity, and dependability.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Determination to pay special attention to details and follow instruction
• Proficiency in utility plant operations
• Ability to trouble‑shoot and ensure uninterrupted service in a high stress, security driven environment with mandatory reporting/logging guidelines
• Knowledge of and ability to adhere to local, state and federal regulations and guidelines to maintain compliant operations
• Ability to plan and implement a project from start to finish
• Ability to read blueprints
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively cooperate with other staff and offenders and inspire teamwork
• Ability to effectively respond to emergency situations (such as fights, fires, medical emergencies, and escapes)
• Self‑control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift.
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction.
• Ability to pay special attention to details and determination to use state resources efficiently
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind

Preferred Qualifications

• Utility Plant employment experience within the last five (5) years
• Stationary Engineer Certification
• Boiler Operator Certification

Experience must be clearly described within the work history and job duties section of your application to meet this requirement. Please note that any work experience less than full time will be prorated.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Assessment Process

Applicants will be reviewed to determine if they meet the minimum Qualifications (MQs). Those that meet MQs will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. The state follows Colorado Revised Statutes that require state employees to be hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, online assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or a review of their application materials and responses to supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants for an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Be sure the “Work Experience” section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and “see resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of the “Work Experience” section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow these instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months’ separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions. Salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual’s current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.

If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application. If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23‑058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.

In order to process a background investigation

your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855‑524‑5627 Mon‑Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license. Drivers must maintain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado driver’s license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards . Eligibility to drive a State‑owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination are required to:
• Disclose the details of the prior termination or resignation on the application.
• Explain why the circumstances of the prior separation should not disqualify them from the current position.
• Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDOC.
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601‑15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application; DOC cannot provide H-1B sponsorship at this time.
• Successfully pass all modules of the six‑week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
• Swing a baton in a striking technique
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire

Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([e-mail]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at [phone]; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.

Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: [e-mail] . It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Liz Ramos at [e-mail].

SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE‑UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non‑discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at [e-mail] or call 719‑728‑0270.

ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.