What are the responsibilities and job description for the HVAC - Pipe Mechanical Trades position at Colorado State University?
Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Working Title
HVAC - Pipe Mechanical Trades
Position Location
Fort Collins, CO 80523
Work Location
Position is fully in-office / in-person
Type of Position
Full-time
Classification Title
Pipe / Mech Trades II
Posting Number
202500000P
Position Type
State Classified
Open Date
Close Date
01 / 30 / 2025
Salary
4,809 - $5771 Monthly
Employee Benefits
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State Classified Hourly
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit
Provide quality services in order to maintain the campus buildings mechanical and HVAC&R systems for the benefit of the University. The goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment conducive to the educational and research requirements of Colorado State University.
Position Summary
Provide physical mechanical support repair and maintenance of the University's heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration systems, and specialty equipment including fume hoods.
Minimum Qualifications
To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials :
Experience Only :
Three (3) years of relevant and progressively responsible journeyman HVAC experience related to the work assigned to this position.
Education and Experience :
A combination of related commercial HVACR education, formalized apprenticeship program, and / or relevant HVACR experience performing preventative maintenance, and repairs on buildings with rotating mechanical systems (fans, sheaves, belts, bearings, motors, pumps and filters) which are related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.
Substitutions
Preferred Qualifications
The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position :
Essential Job Duties
Job Duty Category
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems
Duty / Responsibility
Operates, diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs various types of air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components. Performs preventative maintenance, diagnoses and repairs pumps, cooling towers, refrigerant and water piping, walk-in refrigerators, starters, coils, environmental chambers, ice machines, window AIC's water coolers, and other various cooling equipment.
Currently :
Operates, diagnoses, troubleshoots repairs reciprocating type air conditioning and refrigeration systems and components. Performs preventative maintenance, diagnose and repair pumps, cooling towers, refrigerant and water piping, walk-in refrigeration coolers and freezers, compressors, refrigerators, starters, coils, environmental chambers, ice machines, window A / C's water coolers, and other various cooling equipment.
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Heating, Ventilation and Cooling
Duty / Responsibility
Troubleshoots, repair, modifies and operates electrical, pneumatic and electronic control systems to gas and hot water heating system, air conditioning and ventilation systems including fume hoods. Operates heating and ventilation equipment to include steam, hydronic and gas fired systems. Perform maintenance services to components such as : expansion tanks, pressure and temperature limiting devises, heat exchangers, valve, pilot assembles, motors gas burners, orifices, regulators, v-belts, sheaves, and other types of heating and ventilation components.
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Disposal and Recycling
Duty / Responsibility
Proper use of refrigerant (CFC) recovery, reclaim, recycle refrigerant gases. Proper disposal techniques of contaminated CFC's and hazardous materials (oil and gas) as outlined by Federal, State and local governments.
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Preventive Maintenance
Duty / Responsibility
Inventory all water systems. This includes a list of all buildings with hydronic systems and associated chemical level data for each building. Document testing and enter into the FS Data Server. Determine appropriate actions if test does not meet standards.
Inventory and ensure al glycol systems maintain a 30% glycol and all inhibitor levels on a quarterly or as needed basis. Document testing and enter into the FS Data Server.
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Training
Duty / Responsibility
Attend scheduled training, read and understand policy and procedures, time recording of work, and attend workshops and shop meetings and other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
Job Duty Category
Other Duties as Assigned
Duty / Responsibility
Performs other duties as assigned.
Percentage Of Time
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
RESUMES
NOTES
FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO :
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Colorado State University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and / or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources - Talent Acquisition Team, at hr_ta@colostate.edu or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Department Contact Information
Human Resources - Talent Acquisition Team, at hr_ta@colostate.edu or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Please check the Help link online at https : / / jobs.colostate.edu / help / for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office at HR_Service_Center@colostate.edu or (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical, Essential Services Designation, Shift Work - May be required to work non traditional hours, On-call Status - Able to respond to after hour calls, Special Requirements / Other - Security Risk Assessment (SRA) for the Select Agent Program
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and / or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board / State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board / State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.
Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov / spb .
A standard appeal form is available at : www.colorado.gov / spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action : Colorado State Personnel Board / State Personnel Director, Attn : Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax : 303-866-5038. Phone : 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.
Salary : $4,809 - $5,771
