Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I (Apprentice Level) – Eisenhower Tunnel Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4841462) Apply  Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I (Apprentice Level) – Eisenhower Tunnel Salary $73,848.00 - $78,828.00 Annually Location Summit County, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number HAA-50002518-02/25 Department Department of Transportation Division CDOT Region 1 Opening Date 02/21/2025 Closing Date 3/9/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address 21404 I-70, Dillon, CO 80435, Eisenhower/Johnson Memorial Tunnels FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Erin.Hardin@state.co.us Hiring Pay Rate The 2024 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information 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/monthhousing 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, a20% shift differentialwill be paid for weekend shifts (anytime between 4:00pm Friday through 6:00am Monday) and a 14% shift differentialwill 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 CDOT Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page (https://www.codot.gov/topcontent/employment/overview.html) to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) package! CDOT for All CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. Some positions may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months. Description of Job 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. What CDOT Provides + Personal protective equipment, such as uniforms, boots, hard hats, gloves, safety vest, respirator, and tools + CDL testing and training + Assistance with payment for the CDL renewal and full payment for the CDL physical + Partial reimbursement (up to 50%) for your CDL renewal, after your first year with CDOT + CPR and first-aid training + Variety of career training opportunities + Opportunities to learn new equipment + Opportunities for advancement 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 Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications Experience Only: + At least 2 years of experience with a primary focus in any combination of the following: electrical, HVAC, machinist, plumbing, or other trades experience relevant to the duties of this position. OR Education and Experience: + A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 2 years. + Education or formalized apprenticeship in trades relevant to the duties of this position will be considered on a year-by-year basis. + Experience with a primary focus in any combination of the following: electrical, HVAC, machinist, plumbing, or other trades experience relevant to the duties of this position will be considered. Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. Transcripts: If you are using education/apprenticeship to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Conditions of Employment + Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section. + A current valid driver’s license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. + Required to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment. + May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider. + On-call + Shift work + Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare. + New employees are required to attend two weeks of maintenance training in Aurora, while veteran CDOT employees are required to attend training one week out of each year in Aurora. Preferred Qualifications The exceptional applicant will be an experienced trades professional and will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following: + Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section; + Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position; + Highest work/personal ethics and integrity; + Has a desire to learn. + Wants to work outdoors. + Likes physically demanding work. + Takes pride in a job well done. + Dedication to safety. + Adapts efficiently to changing conditions and priorities. + Works effectively in a team environment and looks out for team members. + Communicates effectively, especially in safety-critical situations. + Has a strong commitment to providing good customer service. + Likes to solve problems and figure out better ways to do things. + Has experience with multiple skilled trades, such as electrical, HVAC, and plumbing. + Has experience operating equipment, such as single and tandem axle dump trucks, front end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, fork lifts, etc. + Familiar with Safety Manuals, Job Safety Analyses, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) guidelines for underground environments, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for above ground environments. + Has experience using hand and small power tools. + Pays attention to technical detail and accuracy. + Has strong time and project management skills. + Has ability to investigate issues and problem solve how to resolve them. + Has basic computer skills and can learn new software/equipment. Supplemental Information Applicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents: + A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement) + A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.) + If you are using education/apprenticeship to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing coursework and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. + If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email . Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email . Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website. The Hiring Process: + All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step. + Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. + Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. + Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list. + A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant. Employment Screening If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic.” Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com . Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439. The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includessocial security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report. 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.personnelboard@state.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 to spb.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, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion 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. Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions. ADAAA Accommodations CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or 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 Erin Hardin at Erin.Hardin@state.co.us. Former State Employees Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application. ERIN (SAP #50002518 & #50002613/PCR #60241 & #60242) The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 The Colorado Constitution requires that applicants for State of Colorado positions be Colorado residents at the time the application is submitted. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency? + Yes + No 02 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. The 2024 Step Pay Program may increase the salary range for employees with time in the class series. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If not, please state "N/A". 03 Have you been subject to disciplinary action in the last three years of your work experience? If so, please provide details of that disciplinary action. If not, please state "N/A". 04 Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. If this does not apply to you, please put "N/A". 05 If you are using education/apprenticeship to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial transcript(s) or a foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable, but they must show the name of the school, your name, completed coursework/credit hours, and if applicable that the degree was awarded and the type and name of the degree. Transcripts from colleges/apprenticeships outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Please note that you may redact information that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Have you included your transcript(s) as an attachment to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. + No, I have not attached transcripts to my application because I am using experience to meet the minimum qualifications. + Yes, I have attached my transcript(s) or official credential evaluation report that will be used to verify whether or not I meet the education requirement as announced. + I have requested my transcripts from my college/apprenticeship and will email them to Erin.Hardin@state.co.us within 5 business days of the close date of the job announcement. 06 I confirm that I am willing and able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class A or B with no restrictions on air brakes within six months of hire. (CDOT provides the CDL training and testing.) + Yes + No 07 Briefly describe your skill level and experience in each of the following: Electrical, HVAC, Machinist, Plumbing, or other skilled trades. 08 Briefly describe what steps you take to understand customer requests, identify what they really need, and meet their expectations. 09 Briefly describe how you plan out your work day, so you have all the necessary tools, materials, and assistance from team members to ensure you complete your assigned tasks. 10 If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214 is required. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Did you attach a copy of your DD214 to your application? If not, you may go back and do so now. + Yes + No - I am a veteran, but I do not qualify for veterans' preference + N/A - I am not a veteran 11 CDOT-Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability We are a federal contractor or subcontractor required by law to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We are also required to measure our progress toward having at least 7% of our workforce be individuals with disabilities. To do this, we must ask applicants and employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all of our employees to update their information at least every five years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer will be maintained confidentially and not be seen by selecting officials or anyone else involved in making personnel decisions. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way, regardless of whether you have self-identified in the past. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of federal contractors under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, visit the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp. You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition. Disabilities include, but are not limited to: • Autism • Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, or HIV/AIDS • Blind or low vision • Cancer • Cardiovascular or heart disease • Celiac disease • Cerebral palsy • Deaf or hard of hearing • Depression or anxiety • Diabetes • Epilepsy • Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, or irritable bowel syndrome • Intellectual disability • Missing limbs or partially missing limbs • Nervous system condition for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, or Multiple sclerosis (MS) • Psychiatric condition, for example, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, or major depression + Yes, I Have A Disability, Or Have A History/Record Of Having A Disability + No, I Don't Have A Disability, Or A History/Record Of Having A Disability + I Don't Wish To Answer Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email