Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I (Apprentice Level)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is hiring four Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I employees for the Special Crew Unit at the Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel. The position assists with electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work on the tunnel’s systems and equipment, including electrical controls, fresh-water and sewage systems, building heating and air conditioning, and tunnel ventilation. It offers the opportunity to learn and practice skilled trades such as electrical work, mechanics, and plumbing. The Special Crew Unit maintains and repairs the tunnel facility’s electrical and mechanical equipment, including a complex high-voltage electrical system, emergency generators, lighting and control systems, motors, and ventilation fans. The unit also responds to emergencies such as stalled vehicles, accidents, fires, power outages, and medical assists, supports Continuous Flow Metering, and may provide snow-removal and traffic-control support during avalanche missions and major winter events. The role requires shift work, on-call availability, and reporting without delay or interruption when needed to provide essential or emergency services. Crew B’s schedule is 5:00 p.m.–5:30 a.m. Sunday and Monday, and 9:00 p.m.–5:30 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Overtime may be required, approximately 5–10 hours per week. The position involves work around heavy traffic, in small enclosed spaces, at elevations up to 12,000 feet, and in variable weather and extreme temperatures. Work may involve loud noise; fumes, odors, gases, and dust; solvents, sealants, glues, cleaners, and transformer oils; ladders and scissor lifts; and operation of CDOT vehicles and equipment. The base pay is typically $1,975.39–$2,171.93 biweekly ($51,360–$56,484 annually). The location is eligible for an additional $2,000 per month housing stipend, resulting in total pay of $75,360–$80,484 annually. A 20% shift differential applies to weekend shifts occurring between 4:00 p.m. Friday and 6:00 a.m. Monday; a 14% shift differential applies when at least half of scheduled weekday hours fall between 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. The position is open only to Colorado residents. Optional CDOT-owned housing in Frisco may be available for rent, subject to availability. CDOT provides personal protective equipment, tools, CDL testing and training, assistance with CDL renewal costs and the CDL physical, CPR and first-aid training, career training, opportunities to learn new equipment, and advancement opportunities. New employees must attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora; veteran CDOT employees attend one week of training each year in Aurora.

Requirements

At least two years of experience focused on any combination of electrical, HVAC, machinist, plumbing, or other trades experience relevant to the position; alternatively, a combination of relevant education and experience totaling at least two years. Relevant education or formalized apprenticeship is credited year-for-year.
A current valid driver’s license is required for positions involving operation of a state or personal motor vehicle to perform essential functions.
Must obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B, without an air-brake restriction, within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Must pass pre-employment screening, which may include social security number trace, criminal and public court records, education, and driving records checks.
May be required to pass a controlled-substance test and a DOT physical.
Must be available for shift work and an on-call schedule, and must report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services.
Must be willing and physically able to work in extreme hot and cold temperatures, variable weather, and at elevations up to 12,000 feet for long periods.
Must be able to work near heavy traffic and in small, enclosed spaces; use ladders and scissor lifts at heights of approximately 10–20 feet; operate CDOT vehicles; and use appropriate PPE as needed.
Must be able to work with solvents, sealants, glues, cleaners, and transformer oils, and tolerate exposure to noise, fumes, odors, gases, and dust that may affect breathing, eyes, or skin.
Education used to qualify must be documented with the required transcript or official foreign credential evaluation; the application must substantiate relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success performing duties listed in the job description.
State service experience related to the position’s duties.
Strong work and personal ethics and integrity; desire to learn; interest in outdoor and physically demanding work; and pride in doing a job well.
Dedication to safety and ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities.
Ability to work effectively in a team and look out for team members.
Effective communication, particularly in safety-critical situations, and a strong commitment to customer service.
Problem-solving ability and interest in finding better ways to perform work.
Experience across multiple skilled trades, such as electrical, HVAC, and plumbing.
Experience operating equipment such as single- and tandem-axle dump trucks, front-end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, and forklifts.
Familiarity with Safety Manuals, Job Safety Analyses, Mine Safety and Health Administration guidelines for underground environments, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines for above-ground environments.
Experience using hand and small power tools.
Attention to technical detail and accuracy; strong time and project management skills; and ability to investigate issues and determine solutions.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn new software and equipment.

Responsibilities

Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting building heating systems, including hydronic, forced-air, gas-fired boiler, electric baseboard, and gas-fired radiant bay heaters.
Under the direction of a licensed electrician, assist with electrical services on equipment within the tunnel structure, including substations, emergency generators, backup control systems, transformers, high-voltage switching equipment, discharge lighting, elevators, heat tape, and tunnel lighting.
Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting sewage, potable-water distribution, and fire-protection distribution systems, including valves, pumps, filters, chlorinators, hydrants, piping, and heat tape.
Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting 56 dual-speed motors and their drive components, along with 28 ventilation fans.
Safely drive and operate a variety of equipment and assist with operating and maintaining vehicles and equipment such as tandem trucks, loaders, backhoes, motor graders, sweepers, wreckers, pumper/rescue trucks, aerial devices, and forklifts; ensure equipment is safe to operate.
Respond to tunnel and area vehicle fires using firefighting equipment and personal protective equipment.
Participate in tunnel maintenance projects; learn to inspect contractor work and test installed equipment.
Complete work orders and prepare documents related to cost estimates, materials, and parts inventories.
Attend safety meetings and training, including fire-response and hazardous-material training; maintain awareness of hazards, perform daily safety checks, and learn safety procedures and guidance materials.
Assist with snow plowing and traffic control during major winter and snow events.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
PERA retirement and optional PERA plans such as 401(k)
Paid annual, sick, holiday, and other leave
Tuition reimbursement and professional development
Employee Assistance Program counseling
Wellness resources
Credit union membership
Employee discount program
Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Personal protective equipment, uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools
CDL testing and training
Assistance with CDL renewal payment and full payment for the CDL physical
Partial reimbursement of up to 50% of CDL renewal after the first year with CDOT
CPR and first-aid training
Career training opportunities, opportunities to learn new equipment, and opportunities for advancement
Additional $2,000 per month housing stipend for this location
Optional CDOT-owned housing in Frisco, subject to availability