Pipe/Mechanical Trades I - HVAC Technician
- State of Colorado
- Golden, CO, USA
- $24.45 - $27.00 hourly
Job Description
Department Information
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public research university dedicated to solving society’s most pressing challenges—particularly those related to the Earth, energy, and the environment. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and just steps from downtown Golden, our campus is home to a close-knit community of problem solvers, innovators, and changemakers.
Learn more at www.mines.edu.
As a valued member of our classified staff, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Benefits Include:- Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
- Retirement plans, including PERA
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reduction for employees and dependents
- Access to state Employee Assistance Program
- Statewide BenefitHub discount program
- RTD Eco-Pass
- Free admission to Mines varsity sporting events for you + 3 guests
- Access to a world-class recreation center
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Technology and equipment resources
- Opportunities to work with a diverse international community
Benefits begin the first of the month following your start date.
Description of Job
The HVAC Technician supports campus operations by performing preventive, predictive, proactive, and reactive maintenance on HVAC systems across campus. This role plays a vital part in ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable building performance.
Primary ResponsibilitiesPreventive Maintenance
- Replace air filters; change belts; grease bearings; clean coils, drain pans, pump housings, and condensate lines
- Check strainers and ensure proper air and water flow
- Adjust motor and pump alignments
- Record and report equipment issues, including vibration or noise anomalies
- Perform minor repairs discovered during inspections
- Maintain accurate equipment data and complete all required documentation
- Support campus water treatment program (testing, recording, transporting chemicals)
- Maintain cleanliness of mechanical rooms
- Use basic computer skills (Windows, Excel, Word) to complete PM tasks
- Conduct diagnostic checks and electrical condition monitoring
- Measure motor amperage, temperature readings, subcooling, and superheat
- Perform vibration and lubrication analysis
- Compare equipment performance against previous readings to identify trends
- Identify root causes of equipment failures and recommend long-term solutions
- Communicate findings with supervisors and operations teams
- Participate in asbestos team activities if assigned
- Perform other duties as needed to support continuous improvement
- Assist with repairs and urgent service calls (hot/cold calls, alarms, motor failures, equipment resets, glycol alarms)
- Maintain housekeeping standards in mechanical spaces
- Collaborate with Operations on troubleshooting and system recovery
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:- Two (2) years of relevant experience in a trade related to the assigned work, including HVAC systems, mechanical, pipefitting, and building systems maintenance. Experience should include performing preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment. (Please ensure that the necessary skills to perform the job duties are outlined in the Work History section of your application. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be pro-rated.)
Education and Experience:
- A combination of relevant education, formal apprenticeship training, and/or related experience totaling two (2) years (Transcripts must be attached for educational credit)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior relevant state service
- Background check
- Pre-employment physical
- Pre-Employment drug screen
- Motor Vehicle Record check
Appeal Rights:
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department’s action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
Supplemental Information
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a rich and vibrant diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
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