Electrical Trades I - Aurora

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

This position is covered by the Partnership Agreement between the State of Colorado and Colorado Workers for Innovative and New Solutions (COWins). 

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

About CDOT 

Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives?  Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you’ll have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits package!

CDOT for All

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. 

Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service?

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill one or more positions. 

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Description of Job

About the Position

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is looking for an Apprentice Electrician in our Aurora location.  Under supervision, this position assists skilled, licensed electricians with the installation, repair, and maintenance of Traffic Signals, Electrical Systems, Highway Lighting, Warning Beacons, Interconnect Communications, Variable Message Signs, ITS devices, and CDOT buildings and grounds within CDOT Region 1 (Metro Denver).  

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with and perform installations, maintenance, repair, and inspection of electrical infrastructure, including but not limited to electrical distribution services, roadway and facility lighting, equipment, and power distribution and inspection of electrical equipment.
• Operate equipment such as aerial device, backhoe, loader, trencher, concrete saw, other specialized equipment, and hand and power tools.
• Locate underground cables and utilities for contractors and maintenance; operate utility locating equipment and work around and near live electric, gas, water, and other utility lines.
• Assist with and install, maintain, and inspect Traffic Control Devices and systems within Region 4, which include but are not limited to traffic signals, flashing beacons, lighting, variable message signs, ITS devices, and interconnect systems.
• Assist with and install and maintain temporary traffic control devices in work areas according to current policies and standards. 
• Assist with and install, maintain, and inspect communication systems, including but not limited to systems and equipment for intelligent transportation systems, video monitoring and detection, fiber optics, hardwire, and radio systems.
• Use computers and other office equipment for communications and documentation, such as time sheets, fuel and mileage, job journal, materials, etc.
• Responds 24/7 to emergencies involving signalized intersections, roadway lighting and interchanges and other CDOT electrical emergencies. 
• Follow safety guidelines and use appropriate personal protective equipment.

• Other job duties as assigned.

What CDOT Provides:

• Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools
• Full payment for your CDL physical, after your first year with CDOT
• CPR and first-aid training
• Variety of career training opportunities
• 40-hour work weeks, with opportunity for overtime during weather emergencies
• 4-day work schedule during summer months (May - October) Monday - Thursday 5:30 AM to 4 PM
• During winter months (November - April) work schedule is Monday - Friday 6:30 AM to 3 PM
• Opportunities to learn new equipment
• Opportunities for advancement

Work Environment: 

• Required to work on ladders and/or bucket trucks at heights from 10-80 feet.
• Occasional in-state/overnight travel.
• Frequent travel during work day for training, meetings, and assigned work orders.
• Required to drive CDOT vehicles.
• Work around live electric, gas, water and other utility lines.
• Exposure to loud noises.
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin.
• Exposure to High Voltage (anything over 600 V) and electrical shock.
• Required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time - hot and cold.
• Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties.
• Due to locations of some of the equipment, must be physically able to work at 11,000 feet altitude.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Required to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime, including weekends and holidays.
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications 

• At least two years of progressively responsible electrical experience in commercial or industrial electrical construction, in any combination of the following areas:
  • Process control
  • Programmable logic controllers
  • Traffic signals and traffic signal components
  • Troubleshooting

Substitutions: 

• Satisfactory completion of a formalized electrician apprenticeship will substitute for the required experience. 
• Appropriate electrician education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. 

Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.

• A current valid driver license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. 

• Will be required to obtain a valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment. 
• Required to be on-call and to perform shift work

• New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora, while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Aurora. 

Preferred Qualifications

The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.

• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.

• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.

• Knowledge of the theories, principles, and best practices of the National Electrical Code.
• Knowledge and experience in installing, repairing, replacing, and troubleshooting a wide variety of electrical systems and equipment.
• Familiarity with fiber optic (wireless and hardwire), cabling handling, termination, and splicing.
• Familiarity with electronics (e.g. fiber optic, cellular communications, wireless networking).

• Experience with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) , construction standards, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70 and CDOT's Standards and Specifications book.  Traffic coursework is a plus.

• Effective project management, work scheduling, and organizational skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Strong commitment to safety.

• Positive and can-do attitude.

• Self-starter and motivated to accomplish tasks.

• Excellent reasoning, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability.

• Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.

• Work effectively in both independent and team situations.

• Fluency with Google applications and Gmail, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software.