Plumber - Denver

Division of Facilities Management - Northern District Facilities 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 and the surrounding neighborhoods. Facilities served: Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL), Department of Human Services (DHS) (1575 Sherman St.), Wheat Ridge Regional Center (WRRC) to include the group homes and Division of Youth Services (DYS) facilities (Prairie Vista, Gilliam, Lookout Mountain Campus, Marvin W. Foote, Mount View Campus and Platte Valley.) Provides as needed support to the Veterans Community Living Center located in the district. Total facilities are approximately 1.9 million sq. ft. at multiple sites within the Northern Region. Responsibilities Perform troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance on plumbing equipment and systems including pumps, temperature controls, hot water heating systems, domestic water systems, sewer and waste disposal systems. Perform journeyman plumbing work that includes unstopping commodes, sinks, floor drains, replacing washers, seats, traps, valves, supply lines, handles, stool seats and related plumbing accessories and fixtures. Repair and/or replace equipment, components, devices, or complete systems that are not operational, broken, damaged, outdated, or obsolete to ensure proper operation and increased efficiency. Complete preventative maintenance checks, routine work orders and be responsible for new construction, remodels, or modification of plumbing systems including irrigation systems, and assist with project work as needed. Maintain, test and repair Life Safety Systems including fire hydrants, standpipes and fire suppression systems. Order and purchase materials, maintain stock in the warehouse, and clean vehicle, warehouse and shop areas. Perform new installation and/or renovation of water, back‑flow, sewer, fire line, life safety systems and various mechanical systems and fixtures. Read and interpret blueprints. Obtain and follow material installation instructions and diagnose material failures related to maintenance work, and research alternate materials. Prepare records and perform accurate reporting with timely response on daily task sheets, leave slips, work order sheets, log books, inspection forms, purchase receipts and other administrative forms to allow for efficient workflow and documentation. Perform other duties as assigned. Special Qualification Applicants must possess an active Journeyworker/Journeyman or Master Plumber license issued by the State of Colorado . A copy of your license must be attached to your application. Experience Requirements Applicants must have at least three years of full‑time plumbing experience that led to the Colorado Plumbing license (Journeyworker/Master). This experience must be clearly documented in your application. OR A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience equal to three (3) years. In order to utilize this substitution, you must attach a copy of your transcripts/apprenticeship to this job application. Preferred Qualifications Excellent attention to detail. The successful candidate should be customer‑service oriented; have a pleasant attitude; be independent and self‑directed; have the ability to problem solve; and be resourceful. Basic computer skills: email, Google applications, Microsoft Office. Experience working with a work order system. Possession of an active cross connection certificate. Institutional and/or Correctional plumbing experience. Relevant years of state service experience. 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. 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 currently possess and maintain throughout employment in this position, an active Journeyworker/Journeyman or Master Plumber license issued by the State of Colorado. Must possess and maintain a current, valid non‑restricted Colorado driver’s license. 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 pass a Motor Vehicle Check. 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. Travel to training and meetings. On occasion, this position travels 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 be available to respond to after‑hours callback and be on‑call to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption. Will 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 – Includes proximity to moving, mechanical parts, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to electrical shock, and working in highly exposed places. Benefits 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr