Building Maintenance - Denver

About the Department

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

Division of Facilities Management - North District

The Division of Facilities Management (DFM) is a customer-driven support organization responsible for operating, maintaining and managing the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) facilities and campuses according to all applicable standards.  This is done in a manner that promotes the CDHS mission of providing a safe, sanitary and effective environment for clients, youth, residents, patients, consumers and staff and enhances the quality of life in CDHS facilities, campuses and in the surrounding neighborhoods. These services include the day-to-day facility maintenance and operational needs of buildings, grounds, custodial and fleet services.

North District services the following facilities:  

• Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL)

• Wheat Ridge Regional Center to include 20 Group Homes

• Gilliam Youth Services Center

• Lookout Mountain Youth Services Center (Aspire, Golden Peak, and Summit YSCs)

• Marvin W. Foote Youth Services Center 

• Mount View Youth Services Center 

• Platte Valley Youth Services Center

• Prairie Vista Youth Services Center

Position Duties

• Performs HVAC troubleshooting, repairs and adjustments to a variety of different types of HVAC systems for patient, client and laboratory comfort. 
• Thermostat T-stat adjustments, minor airflow modifications and other adjustments for client/patient comfort. 
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on HVAC systems including filter change-outs, coil cleaning, belt replacement, greasing bearings, and other related work.
• Performs plumbing troubleshooting and repairs to plumbing fixtures, unplugs sinks, toilets, floor drains, and sewer drain lines in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Performs electrical troubleshooting and minor repairs to include light switches, receptacles, resetting circuit breakers, power cords, light bulb replacement, electric door locks, HVAC controls and other minor repairs as directed.
• Performs general building maintenance to include; wall repair, flooring repairs and painting.
• Performs mechanical room inspections and repair, minor fence repairs, lock repairs, door repairs, hinge repairs, fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) installation.
• Performs minor roof repairs, carpet repairs, window repairs, sprinkler system repairs, fire alarm system repairs. 
  Must comply with the safety program and tool and key control.
• Performs administrative duties including Maximo work order system, labor tracking, reconciling purchasing Cards, and completing required monthly status reports. 
• Must complete record keeping tasks for work order tracking and other computer duties as required to accomplish job tasks. 
• Provides Job Safety Analyses.
• Performs snow removal and other duties as assigned. 
• Travel to District sites as needed to other North Central District (NCD) facilities.
• Monitors and controls expenses in accordance with the budget. 
• Provides supervisor with estimates and proposed costs for preventative and routine maintenance and emergency repairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant years of state experience
• Able to work and train people on advanced card access reader systems
• Basic computer skills: email, Google applications
• Knowledge of the tools used in this occupation (i.e.voltage meters, tube benders, pipe cutters, hand held snakes, etc.)
• Knowledge of technology used in this occupation (electronic locks, appliances, etc.)
• Knowledge amd appropriate use of hazardous material and storing; 
• Knowledge and appropriate use of PPE
• Oral communication/comprehension, active listening, critical thinking, reading comprehension, coordination, judgment/decision making and problem solving skills.
• Customer service skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizing, planning and prioritizing work
• Processing of information (compiling, categorizing, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data)
• Manual Dexterity, performing general physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving of your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials.

• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application, and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
• A full pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges. 
• Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid non-restricted Colorado driver’s license.
• Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.  
• Must successfully pass Motor Vehicle Check 
• Travel – This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools to perform daily duties.  Travel to training and meetings. On occasion, this position travels to other districts. 
• Must be willing to receive an annual influenza vaccination or provide a document for a medical exemption or a letter for religious exemption. 
• Must  successfully pass a Tuberculosis (TB) test. 
• Will be required to work various hours for coverage, weather related issues and essential/emergency services outside of normal business hours. 
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials – Proximity to moving, mechanical parts; Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in high exposed places.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment.  
  • Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

• Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hours per week). 
  • Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. 
• Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements. 

• A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position.  
• You must complete the official State of Colorado online application.  
  • Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. 
• You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. 
  • Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
• You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process.  
  • Part-time work experience will be prorated.

• After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. 
• The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing. 

• Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications. 
• If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.     

• Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. 
• We will rate your answers  based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.  
• You can find the official appeal form here. 
• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
  • By email ([email protected]), or
  • Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or 
  • Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or
  • Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

• At (303) 866-3300, or,
• Refer to the  Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Other Qualifications

The Assessment Process

• In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center
• Employee Wellness program 
• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
• Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

Benefits

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program.  Please click the following link for detailed information:  www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits 

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