HVAC Technician - PMT II

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: almost 2 years ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 07 Jul 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	HVAC Technician - PMT II
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO 80523
Classification Title	Pipe/Mech Trades II
Posting Number	202200283P
Position Type	State Classified
Open Date	06/17/2022
Close Date	07/07/2022
Salary	$4,450 - $5,388 Monthly + Full Benefits
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University (CSU) and the State of Colorado are committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time classified employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Full/Part Time	Full-time
State Classified Hourly	No
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit	WORK UNIT HDS Facilities provides building and support services for the department of Housing and Dining Services by ensuring a clean, safe and maintained living and learning environment for internal and external customers and University guests. It supports the Department of Housing and Dining Services and other auxiliaries by providing custodial, maintenance, materials management, and customer service to maintain the requirements of physical properties and equipment. WORKING AT CSU Founded in 1870 as the Colorado Agricultural College, Colorado State University is now among the nation’s leading research universities. Fort Collins is an award-winning city located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with the foothills and 14,000-foot peaks visible to residents. Easy access to hiking, skiing, rafting and other outdoor sports is a great advantage to CSU students, faculty and staff. CSU’s Commitment to Campus offers employees a healthy work-life balance through a wide variety of programs, discounts, and special benefits. This includes Employee Study Privilege (nine free credits per year available through CSU, CSU Global, CSU Online Plus, and University of Northern Colorado), Family Tuition Scholarship Program, Discounted Veterinary Care, Wellness Membership discounts, Volunteers in Public Schools Leave Program, Athletic Ticket Discounts, and much more! Visit www.facultyandstaff.colostate.edu to learn more about working at CSU.
Position Summary	Provide journey level technician work for reactive, planned, and preventative maintenance. This position is a fully functioning journey level HVAC technician, which is responsible for diagnosis, installation, repair, and service for the following systems: Boilers, chillers, and HVAC systems including but not limited to; air handlers, VAVs, exhaust fans, fan coil units, radiant heat, forced air systems, VRF systems, ERVs, kitchen hoods, steam systems, hydronic systems, etc. Coordinates departmental resources within the preventive maintenance work arena to ensure critical building equipment remains functional over the life cycle of the components and system. In addition to routine preventative maintenance, this position is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining all HVAC systems and related components. Repairs and services a variety of HVAC equipment including, calibrating, testing, monitoring, and adjusting system parameters for efficient operation. Functions prioritize and schedule departmental resources to meet service requirements on critical operational equipment.
Minimum Qualifications	To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate the following in the application document: Four years of progressively responsible HVAC maintenance and repair experience EPA Universal CFC certification for handling refrigerants (attach a copy with the application)
Substitutions	HVAC Trade School or Associates Degree relating to HVAC may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required work experience. *Please note, to qualify for this substitution, a transcript or certificate of completion must be attached at the time of application.
Preferred Qualifications	The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies (e.g. knowledge, skills, abilities, and other personal characteristics) which have been outlined as essential to performing successfully in this position: • General maintenance experience within a school district, commercial campus, residential multi-unit apartment complex, healthcare facility, assisted living facility, hotel, or other similar environment. • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. • Experience with High Efficiency Boilers • Experience with Chillers • Experience with Rooftop Heating and Cooling units • Experience with multiple Building Automation Control systems • Ability to utilize computers and other electronic mobile devices to manage work orders and communicate with team, i.e. smartphones and computers. • Related state service experience

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category	Planned/Unplanned Maintenance
Duty/Responsibility	• This position is required to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC and refrigeration equipment and systems. • Order the appropriate parts needed for repairs. • Responds to failures, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on the following equipment: air handling units, exhaust fans, VRF systems, unit heaters, fan coil units, hydronic pumps, air compressors, control air dehydration and filtering systems, forced air heating/cooling units, boilers, chillers, water heaters, piping systems, other mechanical, electrical devices, including actuators, valves, relays, VFDs, including related electronic interfaces. • Utilizes building automation systems for troubleshooting, monitoring, testing, and diagnosing systems. • Utilizes a variety of hand tools, power tools, electronic and mechanical measuring devices and other specialized equipment in the performance of assigned tasks. • This position is required to access a variety of spaces not limited to: basements, tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, chases, and roofs using stairs, ladders, lifts, scaffolds and other means to service or inspect equipment. Provides after hours response support. • Inspections, equipment meter readings, test results, and work completed. • Prioritizes future work necessary and prepares scheduled for preventive maintenance using a variety of computer programs including, but not limited to maintenance work order inventory and ordering software, Excel, Work, etc. • Inputs data into Work Order system when new equipment is installed and deletes information of obsolete equipment. • Coordinates and assists the work of approved subcontractors to provide mechanical related services when outsource contracting is necessary due to expertise, schedule conflicts or internal labor shortages. • Prepares basic one-line plans and specifications, assist with coordination of documented quotes, follows project through to completion. • Diagnosis hydronic heating and steam distribution and condensate systems throughout buildings and kitchens. • Performs chemical treatment on heating and cooling systems.
Percentage Of Time	80

Job Duty Category	Customer Service/Special Duties
Duty/Responsibility	• Learn, apply and demonstrate how to enter personal living space with an awareness/enforcement of privacy and discretion for residents and guests, dealing with living habits, state of undress, shyness, etc. • Developing awareness/enforcement of student/guest behavior expectations, identifying “red flags” such as alcohol, drugs, fire alarms, unhealthy living conditions, etc. Remind the residents of personal safety (locking doors and windows, un-propping EXIT doors, etc.) • Have appropriate social interactions with residents and guests and be aware of their personal space, using appropriate communication and providing programmatic support. • Clean-up after projects/repairs • Use Personal Protective Equipment and safety procedures for the above tasks.
Percentage Of Time	5

Job Duty Category	Parts, Tools, and Shop Upkeep
Duty/Responsibility	• Maintains an adequate inventory of critical parts for equipment. Request replacement parts using information from equipment cut sheets, blueprints, trade manuals and catalogs. Provides written documentation of parts shortages and work in progress to supervisor. Maintains and services emergency equipment such as gas powered pumps and generators. • Moves, transports, stocks materials and tools necessary for the completion of tasks. • Maintains tools, vehicles, equipment, and materials in a professional manner to promote safe and efficient completion of tasks. • Responds to component changes and mechanical tasks.
Percentage Of Time	5

Job Duty Category	Same Day and Emergency Response
Duty/Responsibility	Responds to plumbing and heating related emergencies, which may include after-hours response from normal daily work schedule in order to meet University, Department or customer need.
Percentage Of Time	5

Job Duty Category	Meeting Attendance and Other Duties
Duty/Responsibility	• Attend all required/recommended training/classes/seminars provided by HDS to accomplish the above, which include ethics, safety, diversity, communications, BBP and any applicable training in providing the best customer service, etc. • Develop professional skills and communication to effectively interact with live in residents and guests. • Attend all meetings, committees and department sponsored functions. • Enter work time and leave requests into designated software systems. • Comply with HDS Facilities Handbook, University Departmental Procedures and Policies. • Other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time	5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in the *Work Experience* section on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. The *Work Experience is the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.* INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. Please see the *Required Documents* section of the posting. NOTES Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) which require candidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense. All status updates for this position will be sent via email from [email protected] , OR the Employment Consultant facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account at https://jobs.colostate.edu Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University 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. Colorado State University 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 a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources – Employment Office, at [email protected] or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Please check the Help link online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/help/ for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical - Successfully complete the WorkSteps evaluation., Valid Driver’s License - Must have a valid driver’s license, the ability to obtain a driver’s license, or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date., On-call Status - Will be required to work overtime in response to after-hours service requests. May be required to carry a pager or other communication device on a rotating basis with other staff to support the after-hours response program.
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights	If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

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