Construction Maintenance - Utility Infrastructure Protection Specialist

Colorado Springs Utilities•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•$33 - $35

About The Position

The Utilities Infrastructure Protection team is hiring a Construction and Maintenance Specialist for Utility Infrastructure Protection. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire specialized training and expertise in construction and quality control standards. Please note that the starting rate of pay for this position is set at $32.92/hour, followed by an increase to $34.56/hour after completion of the probationary period (typically 6 months). In this position, you will be responsible for: Overseeing scheduled standby appointments and providing oversight for contractors and excavators who are exposing and crossing critical utility infrastructure Performing thorough inspections of all construction conflicts and utility crossings that are occurring near infrastructure, ensuring that Colorado Springs Utilities’ mandated clearance regulations are adhered to by all contractors and excavators crossing any underground facility Reporting clearance violations in accordance with the CSU Regulatory and Compliance Near-Miss program Work daily with internal and external customers to ensure the safety of our infrastructure and the property of others by providing safe excavation advice and guidance during scheduled appointments and conducting excavator field audits Who You Are… You will most likely offer 2 or more years of underground utility construction experience Must have the ability to plan, coordinate, and document activities to meet the needs of customers' scheduled gas standby appointments Candidates must obtain operator qualifications (OQ) in tasks related to natural gas pipe coatings, wrapping and taping, tracer wire, anodes, test stations, and excavation and compaction standards Must be able to obtain military installation access prior to probationary period ending A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required for this role This position requires the successful candidate to work overtime, weekends, holidays, etc., as business needs dictate. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Exerts 20-50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, workspace restrictions, and intense noises. Who We Are... Colorado Springs Utilities is one of the largest four-service public utilities in the nation, providing water, wastewater, electric, and natural gas services to 500,000 residents in the Pikes Peak region. Our work culture is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy, and we are a national leader in reliability, with power on average of 99.991% of the time. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in one of the most desirable places to live in the United States (According to US News and World Report). Our Commitment to Our Employees… Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program. Time Off to Recharge Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure Personal Leave –3 days per year Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP Financial & Retirement Security Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs Additional Support Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness

Requirements

You will most likely offer 2 or more years of underground utility construction experience
Must have the ability to plan, coordinate, and document activities to meet the needs of customers' scheduled gas standby appointments
Candidates must obtain operator qualifications (OQ) in tasks related to natural gas pipe coatings, wrapping and taping, tracer wire, anodes, test stations, and excavation and compaction standards
Must be able to obtain military installation access prior to probationary period ending
A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required for this role

Responsibilities

Overseeing scheduled standby appointments and providing oversight for contractors and excavators who are exposing and crossing critical utility infrastructure
Performing thorough inspections of all construction conflicts and utility crossings that are occurring near infrastructure, ensuring that Colorado Springs Utilities’ mandated clearance regulations are adhered to by all contractors and excavators crossing any underground facility
Reporting clearance violations in accordance with the CSU Regulatory and Compliance Near-Miss program
Work daily with internal and external customers to ensure the safety of our infrastructure and the property of others by providing safe excavation advice and guidance during scheduled appointments and conducting excavator field audits

Benefits

Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
Personal Leave –3 days per year
Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness