Utility Plant Work Leader

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Facilities Management – Central Utility Plant

Job Title: Utility Plant Work Leader

Position # 608807 – Requisition #22283

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

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A national leader in health care and life sciences, CU Anschutz is the only comprehensive academic health sciences center in Colorado and the largest in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Aurora, Colo., it is one of the newest education, research and patient care facilities in the world. With six schools and colleges, CU Anschutz trains the health sciences workforce of the future by blending education, research and clinical care all in one place. This strategic collaboration among diverse health care fields allows knowledge to travel directly from the research bench to the patient’s bedside. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here .

Facilities Management  has an opening for a full-time, State Classified Utility Plant Work Leader position.
Job Summary:
The Utility Plant Work Leader position (Project Planner I classification), will serve as the work leader for the Central Utility Plant (CUP). This position will plan and direct CUP maintenance and repair projects, including job estimating. The Work Leader will develop, refine, and execute the CUP’s Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program. The position will use the department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) MAXIMO, to administer and coordinate CUP Work Order assignment.

All CUP staff must be proficient with major-equipment operating procedures. As a secondary role, the Work Leader may also be assigned “operator” or “rover” assignments. Assignment will require position to independently 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.

This journey-level position requires job experience as described in the Minimum Qualifications. The position will also be expected to obtain the Stationary Engineer’s license, which must be presented no later than 36-months after date of hire. All licensure and training requirements will be provided on the job.

Examples of Work Performed:

Work Planning (20%)

• Plan CUP maintenance and repair projects, including preventative-maintenance schedules. Identify project priorities with input from plant supervisors. Identify project details and scope of work. Estimate labor and materials needed to complete the job. Prepare project scope of work. Use the department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) “MAXIMO” to communicate work requirements.

Assign and Direct Work (20%)

• Using the department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) “MAXIMO”, assign work to CUP staff. Provide clarifying direction to staff to clearly communicate expectations. Provide routine follow-up to identify work progress. Communicate with CUP supervisors to identify progress and to address obstacles. Expect direction from supervisors to resolve problems.

MAXIMO Administration (30%)

• Using the department’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) “MAXIMO”, track work progress. Open and close Work Orders as necessary. Develop management oversight reports to communicate work progress. Track work priority and identify challenges to accomplishing maintenance and repair objectives.

Work Follow-up and Inspection (20%)

• Conduct work follow-up inspections. Complete quality control checks and verification of job completeness.

Plant Operator and Rover Assignment (10%)

• Operate and monitor steam and chilled water systems and equipment. Adjust capacity to meet load. Use digital control to monitor system performance. Provide maintenance functions as required to ensure reliable CUP operation. This work may occur on any assigned shift.

Salary & Benefits:

• Hiring Salary Range: $5,040 - $5,572 per month ($60,480 - $66,864 per year)
• The salary offered is usually the minimum listed, however, a salary above the minimum may be offered for some hard to fill positions and/or in recognition of prior and applicable skills, experience, certifications, etc...
• This position is eligible for overtime compensation
• 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.
• Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits .
• Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Additional Information:

• Please click here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx
• Reference checks are a standard step in our hiring process.  You may be asked to provide contact information, including e-mail addresses, for up to 5 references if you are referred to the Hiring Authority for an interview.  We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references.
• The University of Colorado Denver | 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.
• The University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in a trade-related field such as utility plant, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, building maintenance and repair, construction trade or related.
  • At least one (1) of the five years of experience must have included planning/cost estimating work. Work planning experience must include the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to generate Work Orders.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience associated with work planning specific to maintenance and repair of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and similar utility plant equipment.
• Work planning experience that utilizes MAXIMO work order system.
• City and County of Denver Stationary Engineer certificate.

Competencies:

• 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.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be a resident of the state of Colorado at the time of application
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of Colorado Driver’s License.
• Must be willing and able to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle check, and drug test.
  Subject to pre-employment, post-accident or incident or reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing per UCD Facilities Operations Department Policies.
• Must be willing and able to stand and walk on a constant basis with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to bend and reach above shoulders on a frequent basis with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 10 pounds on a constant basis with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to push and pull on a frequent basis with or without accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to use manual dexterity, eye/hand coordination and near vision on a constant basis.
• Must be willing and able to use far vision, hearing and verbal communication on a frequent basis.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions including snow, rain, heat, and cold.
• Must be willing and able to work with chemicals/solvents.
• 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 and able to work around noise/vibrations.
• Must be willing and able to work alone, above ground and in small confined spaces.
• Must be willing and able to walk on uneven surfaces and climb on scaffolds/ladders.
• NOTE: This position has been designated as essential personnel, “Subject to call 24 hours per day, seven days per week”. Position may also be required to “Stay over late” or “Come in early” to “Cover” shifts, as needed and may be required to respond to any emergencies as needed. If hired, you will be required to provide effective off-hours phone contact info for emergency call-in purposes.