Journeyman Plumber (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II) - State of Colorado : Job Details

Department Information

This posting may be used to fill multiple openings

Colorado School of Mines (Mines) is an internationally preeminent teaching and research university dedicated to meeting the resource development needs of a rapidly evolving, technology-based society. Mines was selected by the Colorado State Legislature as the state's first exemplary institution of public higher education due to our high degree of responsibility and capability with regard to academic and administrative functions.

Colorado's oldest public university, Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder.

MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE:

* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays

* State pension plan (PERA)

* Parental Leave

* Reduced cost tuition for employee and family members

* Life and Disability Insurance

* Professional growth and training opportunities

* Access to technology and equipment

* Colorado State Employee Assistance Program

* Access to a world-class recreation center

* Interaction with an international population and cultural events

* BenefitHub state employee discount program

* RTD Eco-Pass

Description of Job

This licensed journeyman Plumber position exists to troubleshoot, repair, replace, rebuild, install, test, inspect and design steam, condensate, plumbing, fire protection and mechanical piping systems to maintain proper building operations.

Primary Duties Include:

* Perform plumbing and steam piping related tasks which include preventative maintenance, repair and installation of plumbing and steam systems as a fully functional journeyman plumber.

* Repairing plumbing leaks, drips and clogs.

* Guide Pipe/Mechanical Trade I positions with repairs and installation of plumbing and steam piping systems.

* Investigate, repair and report unusual equipment conditions such as excessive water temperatures, leaking and worn equipment, and unusual equipment noises.

* Collect required information for equipment lists and parts lists to repair plumbing related equipment.

* Complete required paperwork including recording work order tasks, and labor activities.

* Prepare drawings and material lists for upcoming projects.

* Complete the required information on work orders, test reports, and purchase requests.

* Review new construction drawings or revisions to existing systems insuring campus standards and applicable codes are being met.

* Communicates both verbally and in writing with the unit supervisor and others.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D6C2XXPIPE/MECHANICAL TRADES II

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience Only:

Three years of experience performing plumbing and steam piping related tasks which included preventative maintenance, repair and installation of plumbing and steam systems AND possession of a current, journey-level plumber license issued by the State of Colorado. You mustsubmit a copy of your license with your application for full consideration.

Must possess excellent customer service skills to include communicating with and responding to all levels of employees in a professional environment. Computer experience and use of a computerized work order system is necessary for performing administrative functions of the job.

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 three (3) years.

(Appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis for the general experience but not for the specific experience.)

YOU MUST PROVIDE AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THIS SUBSTITUTION.

Preferred Qualifications

* One year service plumbing experience

* Familiarity with the International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Agency, National Swimming Pool Foundation and International Plumbing Code

* One year of drain cleaning experience

* ASSE Cross Connection Tester License

* Experience using Microsoft Windows, Excel and Word

Necessary Special Requirements

* Pre-Employment screenings including background check, physical and drug screenings.

* A current Colorado Driver License is required and must be maintained during employment.

* Must be physically able to perform strenuous physical labor including lifting up to 100 pounds

Appeal Rights:

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.

As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.

Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email [email protected] ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can 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, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules.

Supplemental Information

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 Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment 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 ADAAA Coordinator [email protected].