Utility Plant/HVAC Maintenance -Denver (Utility Plant Operator I)

Pueblo Community College; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

CSEAP counseling

Job summary

Colorado Department of Transportation is seeking a Utility Plant/HVAC Maintenance professional to service heating, cooling, and power equipment across HQ and facilities in Denver. You will troubleshoot, repair, and install building mechanical systems, while supporting safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, performing multi-trade repairs, maintaining video monitoring systems, and coordinating work with the Facilities team.

Qualifications

• At least four years of full-time professional experience in HVACR and/or building automation computer programming.
• A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years.

Responsibilities

• Monitor conditions of all equipment associated with the building (boiler water levels, pressures and temperatures, feed water and safety controls, etc.).
• Troubleshoot when unscheduled breakdown of equipment occurs.
• Investigate and correct problems to get equipment back in operation ASAP.
• Advise supervisor of issues, plan of action to repair and any delays that may occur.
• Address work orders as they are assigned with customer service in mind.
• Create work orders for self-guided work.
• Perform repairs that may require several trade abilities such as welding, plumbing, HCACR, Electrical, Millwright, Locksmithing, Machinist and computer programming.
• Repair, installation and provide maintenance of Video Monitoring Equipment.
• Adjusts equipment for optimal functioning.
• Perform system changes and updates in a timely manner to provide a productive, safe and efficient working environment.
• Assist Facilities Management with other duties as needed, including snow removal.
• Coordinate auditorium / meeting setup & take down;
• Staff HQ front desk;
• Fill in for other DMO maintenance staff at other DMO managed facilities when needed.
• Attend meetings & training courses;
• Other job duties as assigned.

Skills

HVACR

Building Automation

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Communication

Education

4 years related education/experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Gmail

SAP

Building Automation Systems

EMS System

Job description

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

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 Division of Maintenance & Operations (DMO), Facilities Branch is responsible in providing quality maintenance and operational support to all divisions of the Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) Headquarters (HQ) location and 10 other DMO managed buildings and facilities. The staff is committed to a service approach to maintenance, operations and repairs of the physical resources in a responsive, proactive, safe, environmentally responsibe manner that compliments and enhances the mission of CDOT.

About the Position

This Utility Plant/HVAC Maintenance position is responsible for maintaining all heating and cooling equipment. Generation and Uninterruptible Power Supplies within the guidelines of standard industrial trade practices, City, State and Federal Laws, Insurance requirements and Safety Regulations. Repair and Installation of all building mechanical equipment. responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing all building mechanical equipment and systems. This includes all heating and cooling equipment. It also involves electrical generation and uninterruptable power supplies within the guidelines of standard industrial trade practices, City, State and Federal Laws, Insurance requirements and Safety Regulations. The main work location is CDOT Headquarters but will also perform duties at CDOT's North Holly and Golden facilities.

Your duties and responsibilities

• Monitor conditions of all equipment associated with the building (examples include: boiler water levels, pressure and temperatures, feed water and safety controls, vacuum and condensate station performance, induced air and fuel mixtures, chemical and mineral content of the systems, general voltage and cycle output, HVAC pressures and temperatures, etc.).
• Troubleshoot when unscheduled breakdown of equipment occurs;
• Investigate and correct problems to get equipment back in operation ASAP;
• Advise supervisor of issues, plan of action to repair and any delays that may occur;
• Address work orders as they are assigned with customer service in mind;
• Create work orders for self-guided work;
• Perform repairs that may require several trade abilities such as; welding, plumbing, HCACR, Electrical, Millwright, Locksmithing, Machinist and computer programming;
• Repair, installation and provide maintenance of Video Monitoring Equipment;
• Adjusts equipment for optimal functioning;
• Perform system changes and updates in a timely manner to provide a productive, safe and efficient working environment;
• Assist Facilities Management with other duties as needed, including snow removal.
• Coordinate auditorium / meeting setup & take down;
• Staff HQ front desk;
• Fill in for other DMO maintenance staff at other DMO managed facilities when needed;
• Participate in safety activities and support other DMO maintenance activities and team members;
• Attend meetings & training courses;
• Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Will primarily work 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
• Travel required during work hours throughout Metro Denver
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Assists with snow removal and special events
• Responds to emergencies outside of regular work hours and may work overtime including weekends and holidays
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
• Required to work with chemicals and cleaning products
• CDOT provides all required personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only

• At least four years of full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: heating ventilation air conditioning & refrigeration (HVACR) and/or building automation computer programming.

OR

Education and Experience

• A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years.

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.

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

The exceptional applicant will possess 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.
• Ability and experience in troubleshooting building problems.
• Some HVACR experience is preferred.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.
• Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability.
• Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem solving ability.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.
• Passion for safety.
• Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.
• Ability to use software such as Word, Excel, Gmail, SAP, and Building Automation Systems or EMS System; ability to quickly learn other software systems.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

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.

Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited

Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions.

ADAAA Accommodations

CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or 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 Angelita Sims at [e-mail] call 303-757-9225.

Former State Employees

Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application.