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Working TitleHVAC Technician (Mountain Campus)

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400031AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies2

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$75,000 - $85,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• For detailed benefit plan information for eligible employees, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/andhttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/.

• For more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in, visithttps://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/.

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on04/19/2024

Description of Work Unit

Housing & Dining Services

Please visit us athttps://housing.colostate.edu/about/employment/to learn about the benefits of joining Housing & Dining Services ( HDS ). HDS is the largest department on campus with 450 full-time staff and 1,700 hourly and student staff, and nearly 8,300 students live on campus. HDS is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus.

Please visithttps://mountaincampus.colostate.edu/to learn more about the Mountain Campus.

As a department, HDS works to create dynamic housing and dining experiences that enhance personal growth and global engagement. We do this through implementation of our values of customer first service, commitment to students and staff, integrity, respect and teamwork, inclusiveness and diversity, HDS .

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

CSU Land Acknowledgement

Colorado State University acknowledges, with respect, that the land we are on today is the traditional and ancestral homelands of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute Nations and peoples. This was also a site of trade, gathering, and healing for numerous other Native tribes. We recognize the Indigenous peoples as original stewards of this land and all the relatives within it. As these words of acknowledgment are spoken and heard, the ties Nations have to their traditional homelands are renewed and reaffirmed.

CSU is founded as a land-grant institution, and we accept that our mission must encompass access to education and inclusion. And, significantly, that our founding came at a dire cost to Native Americans and peoples whose land this University was built upon. This acknowledgment is the education and inclusion we must practice in recognizing our institutional history, responsibility, and commitment.

Position Summary

This is an HVAC Technician position. This position will provide technical expertise in the areas of HVAC equipment, boilers, and commercial kitchen equipment. This position will troubleshoot HVAC & Plumbing Mechanical systems. This position is a fully functioning journey level HVAC Technician.

This position will also be responsible for the troubleshooting, replacing, monitoring, repair, and service for the following systems: HVAC , dining equipment, plumbing, wastewater treatment, and associated controls systems and all related hardware, software, and alarms, boilers, and HVAC equipment, and associated mechanical components.

Troubleshoots, monitors, repairs, and services a variety of HVAC /R equipment including programing, calibrating, testing, monitoring, and adjusting system parameters for efficient operation.

This position will also be required to perform general maintenance tasks, including but not limited to, plumbing, painting, electrical, structural repairs to walls, ceilings, floors, doors and door hardware, grounds, snow removal, and kitchen equipment.

This position is required to access a variety of spaces not limited to basements, tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, chases, and roofs using stairs, ladders, lifts, scaffolds, and other means to service or inspect equipment.

There is a signing bonus of $2,500 to the eligible selected candidate.

Required Job Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a valid driver’s license by the position start date.

• Five years’ experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position

OR

• Substitution for work experience on a year for year basis with degree or completed coursework from applicable Trade School, University or College.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Universal EPA Certification

• Advanced HVAC and/or Refrigeration experience within a university, school district, commercial campus, or other similar environment.

• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting High Efficiency Boilers.

• Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting commercial kitchen equipment.

• Experience maintaining, repairing, and trouble-shooting HVAC systems.

• Experience maintaining, programming, repairing, and trouble-shooting a variety of HVAC systems.

• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic mobile devices to manage work orders and communicate with teams, i.e. email and computers.

• Ability to develop positive working relationships with customers, peers, supervisors, management, contractors, and partners.

• Customer service oriented.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryHVAC and Refrigeration Unplanned Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC and refrigeration equipment including large/small HVAC supply and return air handling units, unit heaters, fan coil units, fluid handling pumps, air compressors, control air dehydration and filtering systems, forces air heating/cooling units, boilers, piping systems, other mechanical devices, and related electronic interfaces.

• Develop, implement, perform, and plan preventive maintenance programs.

• Prioritize future work necessary and prepare schedules for preventive maintenance using a variety of computer programs including, but not limited to maintenance work order inventory and ordering software, Excel, Work, etc.

• Coordinate and assist the work of university approved subcontractors to provide oversite and mechanical related services when outsource contracting is necessary due to expertise, schedule conflicts or internal labor shortages.

Percentage Of Time40

Job Duty CategorySystems Maintenance and Repair

Duty/Responsibility

• Understanding and implementation of season start up and winterization of utilities systems at remote site.

• Maintenance and repair of commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC & plumbing systems.

• Utilities system maintenance and repair for electrical, domestic water, and sanitary sewers outside buildings.

• Domestic water and sewer maintenance and repairs inside.

• Water treatment and water treatment troubleshooting

• Perform and document equipment-programing modifications, alarm programing modifications. Inspections, equipment meter readings, test results, and work completed.

• Perform basic electrical servicing including breaker replacement, outlet replacement, switch replacement, and ballast replacement.

Percentage Of Time20

Job Duty CategoryPreventive and Unplanned Equipment Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

• Service and maintain commercial kitchen equipment including steamers, fryers, large dishwashing machines, coolers and heaters, stoves, large mixers, and ovens.

• Utilize, repair, and maintain, a variety of small Power tools and equipment, including but not limited to jetter, chain saws, table saw, compressor, generators, and large pumps.

• Utilize, repair, and maintain, a variety of hand tools, mechanical measuring devices, and other specialized equipment in the performance of assigned tasks.

• Custodial equipment maintenance and repair

• Maintenance and repair of gas equipment

• Maintenance of Fuel storage and inspections

• Heavy equipment utilization and maintenance.

• Basic Skid loader repair and diagnostic for advance repairs.

• Auto and trailer maintenance, diagnostic, and repair.

• Propane heater repair and maintenance of gas lines. Maintenance and scheduling of large propane tank refueling.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryBuilding and Mtn Campus Upkeep and Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

• Ability to work in adverse climate and conditions.

• Remote site work and logistics

• Knowledge of trail maintenance techniques

• Knowledge of fire mitigation practices

• Furniture repair

• Replacement of batteries on campus wide fire alarm systems

• Historical restoration

• Window coverings installation and repair.

• Design, build, and install signage.

• Flooring installation and maintenance including carpet, VCT , LVT and wood.

• Perform snow removal with hand tools as well as heavy equipment.

• Window glass and screen repair and replacement.

• Frames, doors, and locks installation, repair, and replacement.

• Be able to perform carpentry tasks, like building and repairing steps and decks.

• Concrete work structural and flat work.

• Earth work and road maintenance with heavy equipment.

• Welding and fabrication.

Percentage Of Time15

Job Duty CategoryCustomer Service/Special Duties

Duty/Responsibility

• Learn, apply, and demonstrate how to enter personal living space with an awareness/enforcement of privacy and discretion for residents and guests, dealing with living habits, state of undress, shyness, etc.

• Have appropriate social interactions with residents and guests and be aware of their personal space, using appropriate communication and providing programmatic support.

• Develop awareness/enforcement of student/guest behavior expectations, identifying “red flags” such as alcohol, drugs, fire alarms, unhealthy living conditions, etc. Remind the residents of personal safety (locking doors and windows, un-propping EXIT doors, etc.)

• Clean-up after construction projects

• Use Personal Protective Equipment and safety procedures for the above tasks.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryMeeting Attendance and Other Duties

Duty/Responsibility

• Attend all required/recommended training/classes/seminars provided by HDS to accomplish the above, which include ethics, safety, diversity, communications, Blood Born Pathogens, and any applicable training in providing the best customer service, etc.

• Develop professional skills and communication to effectively interact with live in residents and guests.

• Attend all meetings, committees and department sponsored functions.

• Clock in and out for work time and make leave requests into designated software systems.

• Use all computer related software to enter time and leave requests, post time and comments for work orders, communicate by email or other department and university designated sites, and any other document related program.

• Comply with HDS Facilities Handbook, University Departmental Procedures and Policies.

Percentage Of Time5

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Excited about this role even if you don’t meet every qualification?We are most interested in finding exceptional candidates and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes, including those coming from less traditional backgrounds. CSU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. When you apply, rest assured that your application will be assessed by a person and will be considered based on key competencies needed for success in the position.

There is a signing bonus of $2,500 to the eligible selected candidate.

To apply please provide acover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, resumeand contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. There is a full consideration date of April 19, 2024 but the position will be open until filled.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical - Successfully complete the WorkSteps evaluation., Valid Driver’s License, Essential Services Designation - May be required to report to work during campus closures and after-hours callouts as necessary, Shift Work - This position may be required to work extended shift hours and or a modified swing shift to meet departmental staffing requirements., On-call Status - May be required to carry a communication device and serve On-Call on a rotating basis with other staff and be required to work overtime in response to after-hours service requests.

Search ContactAmy Mosser, amy.mosser@colostate.edu

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. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) 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 theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

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.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • A cover letter and resume are required and should address the experience and characteristics you possess that make you an ideal candidate for this position. Please be sure to specifically address the minimum and preferred qualifications listed in the posting. Have you included this information in your cover letter and resume materials?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you able to live at the CSU Mountain Campus during the work week?

• Yes

• No

• • Please describe your approach to creating a positive work environment in regards to collaborating with multiple campus partners, skilled trades professionals, and co workers while considering adjusting work demands, priorities, and routines.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents