Utility Plant Technician

Job Summary:

Join the Facilities Management Department at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. As an apprentice at the Central Utility Plant, assist in CUP operations and maintenance functions. Assist staff to operate, monitor, service, and repair steam and chilled water equipment, including ancillary systems. Participate in all required training programs. The CUP is a 24/7 operation and employee may be expected to work any shift – days, nights, weekends, or holidays.

The apprentice position expected to transition to a fully functioning Stationary Engineer over three years. To be eligible for journeyman status, employee must complete the required utility plant experience, meet expectations of job performance, and successfully complete written examination to obtain Stationary Engineer’s license. Employee may shorten this duration if they provide evidence of eligible work experience outside the Central Utility Plant. The UPO-1 promotion includes an appropriate salary increase and a corresponding eligibility for Critical Skills pay.

For applicants that exceed the minimum qualifications and possess the required work experience to demonstrate journeyman status sooner – thereby allowing for a Stationary Engineer’s license – then promotion may be accelerated. The PMT-1 classification is temporary and intended to lead to promotion to UPO-1 classification.

Key Responsibilities:

•         Assist CUP staff with plant equipment operation
•         Assist CUP staff with maintenance tasks
•         Complete CUP apprentice training requirement

Work Location:

Central Utility Plant at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

This is an exciting opportunity to acquire the trade of Stationary Engineer, including all necessary training and supervision. All assignments are located in the CUP and employee will not perform work in other campus buildings. This allows the employee to specialize in the operations and maintenance of large boilers and chillers and their associated supporting equipment.

Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions:

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

  Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours worked per week as minimum experience calculated on a 40 hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of work experience involved in a trade-related field, such as construction, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building maintenance and repair, or automotive mechanic.

Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or higher-level course work from an accredited, non-correspondence, vocational or trades school appropriate to the work assignment may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Utility plant experience working with boilers and chillers is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

•         Knowledge of utility plant operations including the operation of high-pressure boilers, centrifugal chillers, medium voltage electrical distribution, and associated ancillary equipment.
•         Experience that demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
•         Experience that demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds.
•         Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner.
•         Ability to communicate effectively in written form, which includes the ability to check for typographical, grammatical and spelling errors.
•         Troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
•         Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
•         Mechanical Ability.
•         Physical Ability.

How to Apply:

Questions should be directed to: Tabitha Mann, [email protected]

Application Materials Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until March 20, 2024. 

To apply, please submit the following materials to this posting:

• A cover letter and resume that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines your qualifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements:

• Submit all required documents indicated in this posting and include a current email address and phone number. 
• Please address minimum qualifications, competencies and preferred qualifications in your cover letter, as these along with previous work experience will be used in the assessment process.
• Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding Classified Staff positions: https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

For those who meet minimum qualifications, the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following: 

• Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the preferred qualifications listed in the posting. 
• Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on information submitted within their application materials.  Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative analysis. 
• Interviews based on the job requirements, preferred qualifications and competencies listed in the posting. 
• Candidates will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on oral responses
• Interviews may be over the phone, videoconference or in-person

You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional assessment tools other than those listed above.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $4600-$4840 per month.

This position may be eligible for a one-time non-base building sign-on bonus up to $2,000.  Details of this recruitment incentive program will be provided during the interview process.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

In addition to a generous salary, the University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, holidays and more.  Highlights include:

• Medical: Multiple affordable plan options
• Dental: Multiple affordable plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision, and Wellness
• PERA Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 12
• Sick Days: 14
• Holiday Days: 10
• Tuition Benefit: Eligible employees and their qualifying dependents have the benefit on any of the four CU campuses
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• ECO Pass: RTD Bus and light rail service
• Additional Perks & Programs: Click here to access a few more Perks and Programs
• To see what specific benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

As of 7/1/23, the University of Colorado Denver recommends employees to be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 but it is not required.