Preventative Maintenance Shop Mechanic

Summary

Job Summary

CU Boulder encourages applications for a Preventative Maintenance Shop Mechanic! This position functions as an individual contributor within the Preventive Maintenance Shop performing inspections, minor repairs and preventive maintenance procedures on HVAC equipment, mechanical equipment and electrical rotating equipment.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Facilities Management is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge.

Responsibilities

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Mechanical/Electrical Component Maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspection procedures (PMs) on mechanical equipment. PMs are specific to each individual component and includes air compressors, air filters, chillers, cooling towers, condensers, cold rooms, coils, vacuum pumps, hydronic pumps, rotating equipment, furnaces, evaporative coolers and air conditioning units. Complete seasonal startup/shut down of related equipment and minor repairs of all components and related attributes. Follow all safety protocols including all environmental hazards safety procedures, use of personal protective equipment, follow lock-out/tag out policy and the confined space policy.
  
  

Building Inspections & Audits

• Perform building surveys, compile information and documentation for mechanical systems; in both existing and newly acquired buildings on campus (may include reviewing prints and specifications for projects and performing inspections as needed). Examples may be deferred maintenance audits, information gathering for the formulation of preventive maintenance checks or routes, survey information such as condensers or coils, or the restructuring of existing PMs to meet the needs of the shop. Use Microsoft Excel to organize the information and then store it on the shared server.
  
  

Paperwork, Scheduling, & Other Duties

• When closing work orders, include closing comments and ensure any repair work orders are created. Complete material issues requests and purchase request to procure materials needed. As an essential services employee the position is responsible to respond to other duties as assigned on an as needed basis. Drive a University vehicle, carry tools, materials, and to complete work. Notify supervisor or lead worker of safety incidents, near misses and all potential hazards. Maintain safe work practices, participate in department safety meetings and complete all assigned trainings.
  
  

What You Should Know

• This in person position will have an anticipated schedule of Monday - Friday from 6 am - 2:30 pm.
• This position is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program .
  
  

What We Can Offer

• The annual salary rate for this role is $58,740.
• If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024.
  
  

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• Must be a Colorado resident to apply.
• Must have a valid Colorado Driver's License.
• Two years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position. Substitution: Appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program will substitute for the required experience on a year-for year basis.
  
  

What You Will Need

Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

Special Instructions

To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials

• A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.
• Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
• DD-214 for veteran applicants.
• Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran’s preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to recruiting@colorado.edu and reference the job to which you are applying
• If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.
  
  

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by October 20, 2024 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Essential Services

This position is designated “essential/critical services.” The incumbent is required to respond to requests for work during campus emergencies (snow, wind, rain, flood and any other natural or man-made event) and report to work for regularly assigned shifts during emergency campus closures.