Job Description

Department Information

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Division of Facilities Management - North District

The Division of Facilities Management (DFM) is a customer-driven support organization responsible for operating, maintaining and managing the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) facilities and campuses according to all applicable standards. This is done in a manner that promotes the CDHS mission of providing a safe, sanitary and effective environment for clients, youth, residents, patients, consumers and staff and enhances the quality of life in CDHS facilities, campuses and in the surrounding neighborhoods. These services include the day-to-day facility maintenance and operational needs of buildings, grounds, custodial and fleet services.


North District services the following facilities:

• Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL)

• Wheat Ridge Regional Center to include 20 Group Homes

• Gilliam Youth Services Center

• Lookout Mountain Youth Services Center (Aspire, Golden Peak, and Summit YSCs)

• Marvin W. Foote Youth Services Center

• Mount View Youth Services Center

• Platte Valley Youth Services Center

• Prairie Vista Youth Services Center

• 1575 Sherman St. (Capital Complex) — On occasion and as needed, North District DFM assists with services at the Capital Complex.

Description of Job

You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times.

Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.

This position is directly responsible for the supervision of Mechanical Department staff which provides services to the North District facilities. Mechanical services include; maintaining, repairing, installing and coordination of all plumbing, water, hydraulic, steam, condensate, sewer, mechanical infrastructure, pumps, control valves and all associated mechanical equipment systems as required per customer requirements. Also, plan, design and schedule all fabrication projects, metal repair work and associated tinner needs. Performs work layout from blueprints and drawings. Positions supervised include plumbers, pipefitters, and tinner/fabricator. Supervisory responsibilities include; developing performance management plans, monitoring of performance and performance evaluations for subordinate staff. Schedule daily work assignments, monitor work order progress, procure materials and equipment, manage multiple department budgets, perform field inspections of work activities, provide customer relations, accurately track departments indirect and direct labor distributions and ongoing productivity analysis in accordance with regulatory and departmental expectations. Position is responsible for all staff performance issues as relates to departmental policies and procedures, and subsequent dispute resolution actions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervise the installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing, water, hydraulic, steam, condensate, sewer, mechanical infrastructure, pumps, control valves and all associated mechanical equipment systems; maintain records and files; prepare reports.
• Plan, schedule and assign the activities of plumbers, Pipefitters, and Fabricator.
• Schedules staff work assignments, assigns project work and sets work expectations to provide the highest levels of customer service.
• Ensure staff’s timekeeping and work orders are accurate for the week. Ensure staff are trained in the timekeeping and work order system.
• Performs routine audits of staff work assignments.
• Responsible for obtaining Department staff for after-hour, weekend, holiday, etc. to perform call back mechanical work as needed to meet all customer needs.
• Verifies and analyzes daily and monthly labor requirements.
• Develops productivity goals and monitors staff productivity.
• Accurately track departments indirect and direct labor distributions and ongoing productivity analysis in accordance with regulatory and departmental expectations/standards
• The supervisor develops, implements and evaluates employee performance evaluations.
• Measures daily performance of staff and implements improvement strategies.
• Plans training of employees to maintain standards of the industry, including all safety aspects of job assignments.
• Procures supplies and materials.
• Maintains and manages budget resources and procurement card transactions.
• Plans material requirements for mechanical activities.
• Reviews warehoused material inventory, shop inventory and truck inventories.
• Prepares job assignments from sketches, shop drawings and complex blueprints and from work order requirements.
• Coordinates the work as it progresses to ensure compliance with the design and proper sequence of construction.
• Inspects and instructs as the work progresses to ensure quality workmanship.
• Is actively involved in the startup and commissioning of new installations.
• Leads investigation of major problems, such as loss of water in a large-scale network of supply piping or loss of condensate.
• Interview and hire employees.
• Generates routine work orders for fulfilling customers’ needs.
• Assure that all customer service requests are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain accuracy of all mechanical equipment and responsibilities as related to the Maximo management system.
• Coordinates and inspects contract work.
• Ensures compliance with building plans, specifications, codes, and regulations.
• Coordinates journeyman building trades employees in evaluating the condition and requirements for facilities at this institution and other agencies.
• Leads a team in making final inspection of contract work for acceptance.
• Snake clogged sanitary lines using appropriate equipment, to include but not limited to unplugging stools, urinals, sinks, floor drains and main sewer lines.
• Repair residential, institutional and penal fixtures i.e. dripping faucets, running water closets and urinals, to include but not limited to replace washers, seats, traps, valves, supply lines, p-traps, handles, diaphragms, vacuum breaker, molded disks.
• Develop and conduct applicable training for subordinate staff
• Responsible for all staff performance issues related to departmental
• Travels to other Districts and to Northern Districts Facilities in a state vehicle
• Responsible for ensuring their direct reports (essential staff) respond in person to afterhours call backs to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency in a timely manner. This position will also be responsible for responding to afterhours matters to perform essential services directly necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of populations housed in CDHS facilities.
• Assist / coordinate with other trades in troubleshooting of systems on campus.
• Research, study, investigate technical literature, query vendors to stay abreast of new developments and upgrades to mechanical systems.
• Decide when and which upgrades are in the best interest of the State and recommend upgrades to upper management.
• Perform routine and scheduled snow removal; also apply ice melt as needed.
• Making sure work is done properly and to a high standard of excellence.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must have at least four (4) years of full-time experience in the field of mechanical maintenance and plumbing maintenance operation s . Two of these years must have included supervision experience over mechanical and/or plumbing staff. Ensure the work experience section of your job application contains the experience required as stated in the above minimum qualifications. See resume statements will not be accepted.

• Supervision - The elements of formal supervision must include providing documentation to support recommended corrective and disciplinary actions, signing performance plans and appraisals, and resolving informal grievances. Positions start the hiring process, interview applicants, and recommend hire, promotion, or transfer.

Special Qualification:
Applicants must possess an active Journeyworker Plumber or Master Plumber license through the State of Colorado . Provide a copy of your license to this job application.

Required Competencies:

• Strong work ethic, integrity and dependability;

• Ability to follow policies to include sound tool control practices;

• Sound judgment and decision making skills;

• Ability to read blueprints, conduct relevant research, create material and labor list with cost estimate and implement projects from start to finish, while coordinating with other trades and shops to use resources efficiently;

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively cooperate with other staff and inspire teamwork;

• Ability to effectively respond to emergency situations and after hour calls;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant years of state service experience
• Project Management employment experience
• Experience supervising licensed plumbers
• Experience managing a budget
• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is highly desirable
• Additional Licenses or Certifications in the Mechanical/Plumbing field
• Experience reading blueprints and creating material and labor lists with cost estimates.
• Experience implementing projects from start to finish, while coordinating with other trades and shops to use resources efficiently
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) such as Maximo
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft and/or Google Suites

Conditions of Employment:

• A full pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.

• Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check.

• Must be willing to submit and pass a Motor Vehicle Checks.

• This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

• Must possess and maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver’s license throughout employment in this position.

  • Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.

• Must currently possess and maintain an active Journeyman or Master Plumber license through the State of Colorado throughout employment in this position.

• Travel – This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools to perform daily duties. May be required to travel to training and meetings, and on occasion to other districts.

• Must be willing to receive an annual influenza vaccination or provide a document for a medical exemption or a letter for religious exemption.

• Must successfully pass a Tuberculosis (TB) test.

• Must ensure your crew and yourself are available for on-call and call-back to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption.

• May be required to work various hours for coverage, weather related issues and essential/emergency services outside of normal business hours.

• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials; Proximity to moving, mechanical parts; Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in high exposed places.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hours per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position.

You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process.

You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental

question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

• You can find the official appeal form here (Download PDF reader).

• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

  • By email: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us or

  • Postmarked in US Mail to: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or

  • Hand delivered: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or

  • Faxed: 303.866.5038 within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At (303) 866-3300, or

• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Supplemental Information

The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions, please contact Michele.Burkhardt@state.co.us

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medical and dental health plans

• Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center

• Employee Wellness program

• Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

• • Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Our Values

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

• Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us.

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives 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.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Remote work, Flexible hours, Weekend work

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