Building Maintenance
Posting Description: The University of Colorado Denver is seeking applications for the full-time position of Pipes Mechanical Trades I. UC Denver is the premier research university in Colorado, serving more than 30,000 undergraduate, graduate and health professional students in Denver, Aurora and online and awarding nearly 4,000 degrees each year. The renowned researchers and award-winning faculty of UC Denver offer more than 100 degree programs through 13 colleges and schools. In 2008 the University was awarded more than $371 million in research grants and contracts. The new Anschutz Medical Campus includes over 5 million square feet of research, educational and clinical space on 227 acres. The Downtown Campus is located in one of America's most vibrant urban centers, just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts, the LoDo District and the state capitol. On both campuses, students, staff and faculty have access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural opportunities.
Salary Range - $3096.00- $3411.00/month*
*Compensation: The salary offered is usually the minimum listed, however, a salary above the minimum may be offered for some hard to fill positions. Employees hired into these positions are eligible for University benefits.
Responsibilities: This Pipes Mechanical Trades I position is a full-time, state classified position that will operate, monitor, service, and repair systems components; respond to emergencies pertaining to HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and utility system failures and interruptions; perform minor building repairs for building occupants, electrical, plumbing, etc; record issues through shift desk computer and maintain log book; perform preventive maintenance on public lighting, exit lights, battery operated lights, drinking fountains, etc; and perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience/Skills (Minimum Qualifications): Minimum Qualifications: Two years of progressively responsible pipe and/or mechanical trades experience related to HVAC, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing.
Substitutions: Successful completion of a formalized plumbing, pipefitting, steamfitting, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning apprenticeship program, or higher level, non-correspondence course work in the same fields from an accredited vocational school or university may substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must possess and maintain a current State of Colorado Driver's License.
- Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test
- Must be willing and able to work in areas where you may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or infectious materials
- Must be willing and able to operate moving equipment and work around machinery or moving equipment
- Must be willing able to work around noise/vibrations
- Must be willing and able to work any shift, including weekends and holidays
Desired Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:
1.Experience performing basic data entry into a computer
2.Ability to communicate effectively in written form which includes the ability to check for typographical, grammatical and spelling errors
3.Experience fixing and maintaining equipment and machinery
4.Experience keeping activity logs
Competencies:
1. Experience that demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
2. Experience that demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds
3. Experience that demonstrates strong customer service skills
4. Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
5. Mechanical Ability
6. Physical Ability
7. Planning and organization skills.
9. Knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
Note: This position has been designed as essential personnel. This position will be required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or interruption during campus closures
Deadline to Apply: 02-21-2012
