Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I (Apprentice Level)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting with electrical/mechanical work on the tunnel’s electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, including equipment and controls associated with tunnel operation, electrical regulating and controlling equipment, fresh water and sewage systems, building heating and air conditioning systems, and tunnel ventilation systems. The Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I position provides an opportunity for successful candidates to learn and practice various skilled trades, such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing. Duties include assisting in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting building heating systems, performing electrical services on equipment within the tunnel structure, maintaining water sewage, potable water distribution, and fire protection distribution systems, maintaining motors and ventilation fans, driving and operating various equipment, responding to tunnel and area vehicle fires, participating in tunnel maintenance projects, completing work orders, attending safety meetings and training, maintaining awareness of hazards, and assisting with snow plowing and traffic control during winter events.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience with a primary focus in any combination of the following: electrical, HVAC, machinist, plumbing, or other trades experience relevant to the duties of this position.
A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 2 years.
Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks.
A current valid driver’s license is required.
Required to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider.
Must be willing and be physically able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), variable weather conditions, and at varying elevations up to 12,000 feet for long periods of time.
Required to work in close proximity to heavy traffic.
Required to work in small, enclosed spaces.
Use of ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10 – 20'.
Required to operate CDOT vehicles.
Required to be on a call back schedule.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section
Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position
Highest work/personal ethics and integrity
Has a desire to learn
Wants to work outdoors
Likes physically demanding work
Takes pride in a job well done
Dedication to safety
Adapts efficiently to changing conditions and priorities
Works effectively in a team environment and looks out for team members
Communicates effectively, especially in safety-critical situations
Has a strong commitment to providing good customer service
Likes to solve problems and figure out better ways to do things
Has experience with multiple skilled trades, such as electrical, HVAC, and plumbing
Has experience operating equipment, such as single and tandem axle dump trucks, front end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, fork lifts, etc.
Familiar with Safety Manuals, Job Safety Analyses, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) guidelines for underground environments, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for above ground environments.
Has experience using hand and small power tools
Pays attention to technical detail and accuracy
Has strong time and project management skills
Has ability to investigate issues and problem solve how to resolve them
Has basic computer skills and can learn new software/equipment

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting building heating systems, including hydronic, forced air, gas fired boiler, electrical baseboard, and gas fired radiant bay heaters.
Under direction of the licensed electrician, assist in performing electrical services on equipment within the tunnel structure, including two 24,900V substations, two 500KW AC emergency generators, two 150V DC backup control systems, transformers (high voltage oil and low voltage dry type), high voltage switching equipment, electrical discharge lighting systems, elevators, complex heat tape network, and tunnel lighting system.
Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting water sewage, potable water distribution, and fire protection distribution systems, including valves, pumps, filters, chlorinators, hydrants, 8” pipe, and an elaborate heat tape network.
Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting 56 dual speed motors ranging from 12.5 to 600 horsepower, including all drive components and 28 ventilation fans with an air flow capacity of 500 Cubic Feet per Meter (CFM).
Safely drive and operate a variety of equipment; assist with operating and maintaining equipment such as: tandem truck, loader, backhoe, motor grader, sweeper, wrecker, pumper/rescue truck, aerial device, forklift; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
Respond to tunnel and area vehicle fires utilizing firefighting equipment and firefighting PPE.
Participate in tunnel maintenance projects; learn to inspect contractor’s work performed and test installed equipment.
Complete work orders and prepare documents pertinent to cost estimates, materials, and parts inventories.
Attend safety meetings and training to include fire response, and hazardous material training.
Maintain constant awareness of hazards and risks, with safety being at the forefront of activities; perform daily safety checks.
Learn safety procedures and guidance materials.
Assist with snow plowing and traffic control during large winter/snow events.
Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
PERA retirement
Optional PERA plans such as 401K
Generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave
Strong career growth
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development
Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling
Wellness programs
Credit union membership
Employee discount program
Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools
CDL testing and training
Assistance with payment for the CDL renewal and full payment for the CDL physical
Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal, after your first year with CDOT
CPR and first-aid training
Variety of career training opportunities
Opportunities to learn new equipment
Opportunities for advancement