Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I (Apprentice Level) – Eisenhower Tunnel

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

Base pay for this position is typically between $1918-$2108/biweekly ($49,848-$54,828/annually). There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. This location is also eligible for an additional $2000/month housing stipend, resulting in total pay of $73,848-$78,828/annually. The minimum annualized hourly rate for this position is $23.97/hour (corresponding to $1918/biweekly). 

In addition, a 20% shift differential will be paid for weekend shifts (anytime between 4:00pm Friday through 6:00am Monday) and a 14% shift differential will be paid when half or more of the scheduled hours fall between 11:00pm and 6:00am Monday through Friday.

There is the option of living in CDOT-owned housing in Frisco, subject to unit availability. 

• Studio - $1,585 per month
• 1-Bedroom - $1,695 per month
• 2-Bedroom - $2,035 per month

About the Work Unit

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is responsible for operating and maintaining the Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel (EJMT), which traverses the Continental Divide, with Clear Creek County on the east and Summit County on the west.  The Special Crew Unit maintains and repairs the tunnel facility’s electrical and mechanical equipment, consisting of a complex 25,000 volt electrical system, two 500kw generators, circuit breakers, contactors, relays, overloads, meters, regulating equipment, high voltage transformers, high voltage switchgear and related control systems, and complex lighting systems. The unit also services and repairs the 56 dual speed motors, ranging from 12.5 to 600 HP and 28 ventilation fans with an air flow capacity of 500,000 CFM, as well as starters, control relays, bearings, alignment of fan and motor shafts, adjustment of fan dampers, correct phasing, and meggar testing. 

The Special Crew Unit responds to emergencies including, but not limited to, stalled vehicles, accidents, fires, power outages, and medical assists; assists with Continuous Flow Metering (CFM); and takes snow removal shifts as plow drivers and traffic control during Avalanche missions.
 
Information about the Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel can be found at: www.codot.gov/travel/eisenhower-tunnel/description.html

About the Position

CDOT has an opening for a Tunnel Facilities Trade Worker I, which assists with providing electrical/mechanical work on the tunnel’s electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, including equipment and controls associated with tunnel operation, electrical regulating and controlling equipment, fresh water and sewage systems, building heating and air conditioning systems, and tunnel ventilation systems.
 
The Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I position provides an opportunity for successful candidates to learn and practice various skilled trades, such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing.  There is also the opportunity to become an electrical apprentice under the supervision of a licensed Master Electrician.  

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

• Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting building heating systems, including hydronic, forced air, gas fired boiler, electrical baseboard, and gas fired radiant bay heaters.
• Under direction of the licensed electrician, assist in performing electrical services on equipment within the tunnel structure, including two 24,900V substations, two 500KW AC emergency generators, two 150V DC backup control systems, transformers (high voltage oil and low voltage dry type), high voltage switching equipment, electrical discharge lighting systems, elevators, complex heat tape network, and tunnel lighting system.
• Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting water sewage, potable water distribution, and fire protection distribution systems, including valves, pumps, filters, chlorinators, hydrants, 8” pipe, and an elaborate heat tape network.
• Assist in maintaining, installing, repairing, and adjusting 56 dual speed motors ranging from 12.5 to 600 horsepower, including all drive components and 28 ventilation fans with an air flow capacity of 500 Cubic Feet per Meter (CFM).
• Safely drive and operate a variety of equipment; assist with operating and maintaining equipment such as: tandem truck, loader, backhoe, motor grader, sweeper, wrecker, pumper/rescue truck, aerial device, forklift; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Respond to tunnel and area vehicle fires utilizing firefighting equipment and firefighting PPE.
• Participate in tunnel maintenance projects; learn to inspect contractor’s work performed and test installed equipment.
• Complete work orders and prepare documents pertinent to cost estimates, materials, and parts inventories.
• Attend safety meetings and training to include fire response, and hazardous material training.
• Maintain constant awareness of hazards and risks, with safety being at the forefront of activities; perform daily safety checks.
• Learn safety procedures and guidance materials.
• Assist with snow plowing and traffic control during large winter/snow events.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

• Schedule for these positions is 5:00 pm – 5:30 am (12 hours) Sunday & Monday and 9:00 pm – 5:30 am (8 hours) Tuesday & Wednesday
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposure to fumes, odors, gasses, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin
• Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment as needed
• Required to work with solvents, sealants, glues, cleaners, and transformer oils
• Must be willing and be physically able to work in extreme temperatures (hot and cold), variable weather conditions, and at varying elevations up to 12,000 feet for long periods of time
• Required to work in close proximity to heavy traffic
• Required to work in small, enclosed spaces
• Use of ladders and scissor lifts for heights of approximately 10 – 20'
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles
• Required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes within 6 months of hire
• Required to be on a call back schedule
• Overtime may be required to complete maintenance and repairs (approximately 5-10 hours a week)
• During large winter/snow events, may be required to plow