Structural Trades / Building Maintenance - Aurora ($1,000/MO Housing)

State-of-Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) in Aurora is seeking a Structural Trades I/Building Maintenance technician to ensure proper operation of heating and air systems, fuel systems, flooring, doors, windows, and related trades work. The role includes assisting in remodeling, fuel tank and heater work, and maintaining facility equipment.

Responsibilities include door/lock work, pipe installation, snow removal, and custodial duties; applicant must have 2+ years in structural trades or

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the structural trades (carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting or masonry).
• Combination of experience and education that includes the following: experience in the structural trades; completion of an apprenticeship or higher-level trade school may substitute for the required experience year-for-year.
• If using education to qualify, provide legible transcripts showing degrees/ coursework; foreign credentials require evaluation.
• Must pass pre-employment checks and have a current valid driver license; on-call and shift work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain building key and lock systems, key records, key by code, installing/repairing locks, rekeying/master keying locks.
• Assist in the installation of garage doors; measure and repair all types of doors such as man-doors and overhead doors.
• Install or repair 1/4" to 6" pipe using copper, galvanized, black and plastic pipe.
• Assist with remodeling of offices, additions to buildings and new construction.
• Assist with installation or repair of above ground fuel tanks, fuel pumps and piping; maintain secondary containment and heaters.
• Perform snow removal in parking lots and sidewalks with snow shovels and equipment.
• Clean offices and facilities; dust, vacuum, wash windows, mop floors, restrooms, etc.; maintain cleanliness.
• Maintain records of all maintenance and repair work using computer systems.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Apprenticeship program or trade school

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Google Docs

Gmail

SAP

Job description

About CDOT

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

About the Work Unit

The Structural Trades I/Building Maintenance position is in located in Region 1, Maintenance Section 5 in Aurora. Maintenance Section 5 exists to provide the best possible work environment by performing all the various repairs, improvements modifications and additions to 155 buildings at 38 maintenance sites in 14 counties as well as maintaining, repairing or replacing all building equipment in Region 1.

About the Position

This position will ensure adequate performance of heating and air conditioning systems, fuel systems, flooring (carpet, tile, concrete), roofs (shingle and metal), doors, windows, locks, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other related trades work.

Your duties and responsibilities

• Maintain building key and lock systems, key records, key by code, installing/repairing locks, rekeying/master keying locks.
• Assist in the installation of garage doors; measure and repair all types of doors such as man-doors, overhead garage door, electric garage door openers and man-door closures.
• Install or repair 1/4" to 6" pipe using copper, galvanized, black and plastic pipe.
• Assist with remodeling of offices, additions to buildings and new construction.
• Assist with installation or repair of above ground fuel tanks, fuel pumps and piping waste oil tanks placement and building secondary containment, and repair of different heaters.
• Perform snow removal in parking lots and sidewalks using snow shovels, and light to heavy duty equipment.
• Clean offices, dust, vacuum, wash windows, clean blinds, rest rooms, mop, wax and strip floors; wash walls, disinfect urinals, toilets, sinks, mirrors, paint offices; and perform other related custodial duties.
• Maintain records of all maintenance and repair work utilizing computer systems.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Primarily 6:00 am – 2:30 pm work hours, Monday-Friday
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposure to fumes, caustic chemicals, odors, gasses, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
• Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment as appropriate, which CDOT provides
• Required to work with chemicals and cleaning products
• Use of ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10 – 20'
• Occasionally lift or team lift 50+ lbs.
• Required to use various hand and power tools
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Required to work snow deployment requires snow shift schedule
• May be required to attend out of town trainings, work out of town, work on other patrols, work above 10,000 feet
• May be required to work on other patrols, in other sections, nights, and in high volume traffic situations
• Must be willing and be physically able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), variable weather conditions
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties
• The average work week is 40 hours a week, with periodic overtime due to emergencies or inclement weather

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the structural trades (carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting or masonry).

Experience & Education:

• At least two years of experience and education that includes a combination of the following:
• Experience in the structural trades (carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting or masonry).
• Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or higher-level course work from an accredited, non-correspondence, vocation or trades school appropriate to the work assignment may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Documentation of this must be submitted with your application.

Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

College Transcripts: If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
• A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.
• Required to be on-call and to perform shift work

Preferred Qualifications

Theexceptional applicantwillpossess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.
• Knowledge of and experience in the skilled labor crafts of carpentry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, construction, painting, and masonry.
• Experience effectively using several types of hand and power tools.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the best practices for fire, safety, and ADA rules and regulations.
• Experience reading, understanding and applying information from equipment manuals.
• Ability to evaluate maintenance/repair requirements and estimate costs.
• Excellent reasoning, troubleshooting, and problem solving ability.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective oral communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
• Ability to work with employees at all levels within the organization.
• Self-starter and motivated to accomplish tasks.
• Strong positive and can do attitude.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
• Openness to change and new information; adapting behavior and work methods in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles.
• Fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, Google Documents, Gmail, SAP, and ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Applicant Checklist

1. A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)
2. A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)
3. A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application.
4. If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing completed coursework and credit hours, that your degree has been conferred (if applicable), your name, and the name of your school, or your official NACES credential evaluation report. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.
5. If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.