ELECTRICIAN - PUEBLO

Department Information This position is open only to Colorado state residents Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details The Division of Facilities Management - Southern Division The Division of Facilities Management exists to plan, design, construct, operate, maintain and manage the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) facilities and campuses according to all applicable standards in a manner that promotes the CDHS mission of providing a safe, sanitary and effective environment for clients, youth, residents, consumers and staff and enhances the quality of life in CDHS facilities and campuses. Facilities served: Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP), Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities in Pueblo, Pueblo Regional Center (PRC), Division of Youth Services (DYS) - (Zeb Pike, Spring Creek and Pueblo) and the Veteran's Community Living Centers in the southern district. Total Facilities are approximately 2 million sq. ft. at multiple sites in over 110 buildings. Opt in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events CDHSCareers Description of Job The purpose of this position is to maintain facilities and support systems, according to all applicable regulatory standards, providing a safe, secure and sanitary environment for clients, patients, inmates and staff. Meet the facilities needs of the Department of Human Services Southern Region customers. Manage available resources to provide a physical environment at the highest quality possible. This position is to maintain all electrical branch-circuit, feeder, service equipment, bonding systems, devices, equipment and facility systems in a complete and thorough journeyman-like manner, using proper procedures, tools and equipment and maintain all systems in accordance with applicable code and regulatory standards. This includes maintenance of allcommercial/residential steam, electric and gas kitchen equipment and appliances in accordance with applicable code and regulatory standards. This position is required to drive a State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment to carry out Work orders. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Troubleshoot, evaluate, modify, maintain, test, adjust, expand and repair all electrical equipment, systems, and appliances. Coordinate work with associated trades and department staff to accomplish the same. Work is to comply with N.E.C. requirements and all applicable code and regulatory standards. For new construction, additions, and remodels, design, layout, and determine materials required to install new and adapt existing electrical branch distribution systems, devices, raceways, wiring, appliances and equipment per N.E.C requirements. Coordinate and work with associated trades and contractors to accomplish the same. Read, interpret, design, draw and modify blueprints, wiring schematics and wiring diagrams to service and maintain new and existing electrical branch distribution systems, devices, appliances and equipment per N.E.C requirements. Perform required and trade related preventative and predictive maintenance on existing stationary and mobile electrical branch distribution systems, devices, appliances and equipment per N.E.C. requirements. Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and perform preventative maintenance on all commercial and residential kitchen equipment including but not limited to: Power slicers, can openers, bread slicers and other electrically operated kitchen equipment to include sharpening and installing new cutting knives. Steam operated kitchen equipment including hot water boosters, coffee urns and hot water dispensers, cook/steam combination ovens, and kettles. Electrically operated kitchen equipment including ovens, toasters, dish machines, hot water boosters mixers, choppers and blenders. Gas operated kitchen equipment including combination steam/cook ovens, large rotating bake oven, and large commercial ranges. Specialty equipment in the commercial bake shop including dough mixers, rounders, dividers, cookie machine, pie machine and proofers. Electronic controls including microprocessors, circuit boards, relays and PLCs for any of the above listed equipment. Order parts and supplies, and provide specifications and guidance to nutritional services staff with ordering new equipment. Keep inventory of needed replacement parts for kitchen equipment. Assist in the installation and set-up of new kitchen equipment.Additional duties other than those normally required by this position. These might include snow removal, assisting other departments with general labor requirements, etc.Employees must at all times observe safe work practices and be aware of and avoid any possible hazards to themselves, other coworkers, staff and patients, and the facility infrastructure. Examples include lifting heavy items in a safe manner, deciding what tools or equipment are best suited for the job, using appropriate personal protective equipment, etc.Other duties as assigned This is a full-time, in-person, essential position. Shift work may be required. Must be available for and respond to call backs after hours to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency in a timely manner. Essential Positions. Positions that perform essential law enforcement, highway maintenance, and other support services directly necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of patients, residents, and inmates of state institutions or state facilities. Employees in essential positions can be only FLSA non exempt and can be required to work unexpected or unusual work hours to perform the essential and/or emergency services of the department without delay and/or without interruption. Call Back applies when an eligible employee is required to report to work before the start or after the end of a scheduled shift. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications Applicants must possess current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board. Preferred Qualifications The following additional experience, competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and may be considered in selecting the successful candidate: Possession of a Master Electrician license issued by the State of Colorado. Demonstrated experience in repairing, maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems, including electrical distribution and security systems and electrical preventative maintenance; fire alarms and other automation controls and systems. Demonstrated experience in reviewing and documenting audits and inspections of electrical projects. Demonstrated knowledge of proper procedures in the handling, care and response to exposure to hazardous materials. Demonstrated knowledge of NEC - National Electrical Code Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA - National Fire Protection Association 110- Emergency Power. Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA - National Fire Protection Association - 101. Demonstrated ability to read and understand sketches, shop drawings and complex blueprints. Excellent skills and abilities in oral and written communication; the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand, and ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Strong ability to prioritize work assignments appropriately and accomplish tasks within established timeframes. Excellent customer service skills; anticipates and understands customer needs and expectations; takes action appropriately; understands the impact of decisions on customers. 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 possess and maintain current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board throughout employment in this position Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license. Travel - This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools and equipment to perform daily duties. May be required to travel to training and meetings. 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 be available for call back to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours. Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials - Explain: Proximity to moving, mechanical parts, Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in highly exposed places. Use of cleaners, detergents and other chemicals. Post Offer screening to include dynamic strength testing, eye exam and physical. All job offers are contingent on a successful physical exam which also includes a lift and range of motion test provided by a designated health care professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants must consent to hold harmless CDHS and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from this process and the use of this information in connection with CDHS's consideration of application for employment. Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS. Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboardstate.co.us), postmarked in US Mail 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. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go tospb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.govunder Rules. Supplemental Information How to Apply The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contact karina.sanchezstate.co.us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of theColorado 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. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planwww.copera.orgplus 401(k) and 457 plans Medical and dental health plans Employer supplementedHealth Savings Account Paid life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave BenefitHubstate employee discount program Employee Wellness program MotivateMe 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. For more information, go tohttps://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs. Our Values: We believe in a people-first approach:To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans. 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. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. ADAA Accommodations:CDHS 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 reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_adastate.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791. 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