- Pueblo

State Of Colorado • Pueblo, CO

413d • $49,848 - $69,792

About The Position

The Structural Trades II position at the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) involves assisting with journeyperson level work in various structural trades, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and masonry. The role focuses on facility maintenance and construction, ensuring operational readiness for emergencies, and performing physical labor to maintain and repair building and bridge structures. This position is essential for maintaining the safety and functionality of transportation infrastructure in Colorado.

Requirements

• Four years of progressively responsible experience in structural trades (carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, or masonry).
• Regular Colorado Driver's License.
• A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience equal to four years.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated success with duties listed in the job description.
• Experience in scheduling and planning daily work activities for subordinates.
• Knowledge of Emergency Response Guidelines and traffic control standards.
• Experience operating and training others on heavy equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Transportation Maintenance Worker II and III with journeyperson level work in operating and maintaining equipment.
• Plan projects, develop cost estimates, set priorities, and evaluate work orders and projects.
• Perform facility maintenance and construction tasks including demolition, drywall installation, and concrete work.
• Repair guard rails, patch bridge decks, and maintain plumbing fixtures.
• Conduct routine maintenance on HVAC systems and other office equipment.
• Prepare surfaces for painting and apply paint to structures and facilities.
• Assist groundskeeping by operating lawn equipment and maintaining landscaping.
• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition and perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Assist with stocking materials and loading/unloading supplies as needed.
• Utilize technology to monitor weather conditions and report to work in emergencies.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Biweekly pay schedule with 26 pay periods per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed