Job Information
Colorado State University HVAC - Pipe Mechanical Trades in Fort Collins, Colorado
Posting Detail Information
Working TitleHVAC - Pipe Mechanical Trades
Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Type of PositionFull-time
Classification TitlePipe/Mech Trades II
Posting Number202500000P
Position TypeState Classified
Open Date
Close Date01/30/2025
Salary$4,809 - $5771 Monthly
Employee Benefits
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State Classified HourlyNo
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit
Provide quality services in order to maintain the campus buildings mechanical and HVAC &R systems for the benefit of the University. The goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment conducive to the educational and research requirements of Colorado State University.
Position Summary
Provide physical mechanical support repair and maintenance of the University’s heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration systems, and specialty equipment including fume hoods.
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials:
Experience Only:
Three (3) years of relevant and progressively responsible journeyman HVAC experience related to the work assigned to this position.
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related commercial HVACR education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant HVACR experience performing preventative maintenance, and repairs on buildings with rotating mechanical systems (fans, sheaves, belts, bearings, motors, pumps and filters) which are related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.
Substitutions
Preferred Qualifications
The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position:
Directly related state service experience
A broad demonstration of knowledge skills and ability across all HVAC related disciplines
Preventative maintenance
Ability to read, and follow policy and procedures
A broad demonstration of knowledge skills and ability across all HVAC related disciplines.
HVAC experience that includes an emphasis on commercial / industrial experience over residential experience.
Independence, self-motivation, and pride in quality of work.
Strong interpersonal skills and Customer service focused
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated experience operating, diagnosing, and repairing HVAC control systems.
Ability to prioritize workload.
Knowledge of necessary equipment related to steam, hydronic, and gas-fired systems.
Organizational skills with attention to detail.
Essential Job Duties
Job Duty CategoryAir Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems
Duty/Responsibility
Operates, diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs various types of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components. Performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses and repairs pumps, cooling towers, refrigerant and water piping, walk-in refrigerators, starters, coils, environmental chambers, ice machines, window AIC’s water coolers, and other various cooling equipment.
Currently:
Operates, diagnoses, troubleshoots repairs reciprocating type air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components. Performs preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair pumps, cooling towers, refrigerant and water piping, walk-in refrigeration coolers and freezers, compressors, refrigerators, starters, coils, environmental chambers, ice machines, window A/C’s water coolers, and other various cooling equipment.
Percentage Of Time30
Job Duty CategoryHeating, Ventilation and Cooling
Duty/Responsibility
Troubleshoots, repair, modifies and operates electrical, pneumatic and electronic control systems to gas and hot water heating system, air conditioning and ventilation systems including fume hoods. Operates heating and ventilation equipment to include steam, hydronic and gas fired systems. Perform maintenance services to components such as: expansion tanks, pressure and temperature limiting devises, heat exchangers, valve, pilot assembles, motors gas burners, orifices, regulators, v-belts, sheaves, and other types of heating and ventilation components.
Percentage Of Time30
Job Duty CategoryDisposal and Recycling
Duty/Responsibility
Proper use of refrigerant ( CFC ) recovery, reclaim, recycle refrigerant gases. Proper disposal techniques of contaminated CFC’s and hazardous materials (oil and gas) as outlined by Federal, State and local governments.
Percentage Of Time5
Job Duty CategoryPreventive Maintenance
Duty/Responsibility
Inventory all water systems. This includes a list of all buildings with hydronic systems and associated chemical level data for each building. Document testing and enter into the FS Data Server. Determine appropriate actions if test does not meet standards.
Inventory and ensure al glycol systems maintain a 30% glycol and all inhibitor levels on a quarterly or as needed basis. Document testing and enter into the FS Data Server.
Percentage Of Time20
Job Duty CategoryTraining
Duty/Responsibility
Attend scheduled training, read and understand policy and procedures, time recording of work, and attend workshops and shop meetings and other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time10
Job Duty CategoryOther Duties as Assigned
Duty/Responsibility
Performs other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time5
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in theWork Experiencesection on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information.
Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in theWork Experiencesection of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent.
TheWork Experienceis the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met.The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.
Applicants may redact information from this initial application that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position.
An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in theWork Experiencesection of the Application.
An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in theWork Experiencesection of the Application.
Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete.
RESUMES
When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening.
Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials.
Please see theRequired Documentssection of the posting.
NOTES
Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.
The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) whichrequirecandidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense.
Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account athttps://jobs.colostate.edu
All status updates for this position will be sent via email fromhuman.resources@colostate.edu,hr_ta@colostate.edu, OR the TA Team Member facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications.
FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO :
Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30.All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado State University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources – Talent Acquisition Team, athr_ta@colostate.eduor call (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Department Contact Information
Human Resources – Talent Acquisition Team, athr_ta@colostate.eduor call (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Please check the Help link online athttps://jobs.colostate.edu/help/for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office atHRServiceCenter@colostate.eduor (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical, Essential Services Designation, Shift Work - May be required to work non traditional hours, On-call Status - Able to respond to after hour calls, Special Requirements/Other - Security Risk Assessment (SRA) for the Select Agent Program
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.
Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb.
A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire?
Yes
No
- Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-placement physical exam as a condition of hire?
Yes
No
- Do you possess a current/valid driver's license? (This is a required condition of employment.)
Yes, I possess a current / valid driver's license
No, I do not possess a current / valid driver's license
- Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather, without delay or interruption, to provide essential or emergency services to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the campus community?
Yes
No
- Are you willing and able to maintain availability for on-call status and shift work as needed?
Yes
No
- Have you passed, or are you able to obtain Security Risk Assessment (SRA) for the Select Agent Program within 6 months of employment?
Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents