HVAC Technician - Pueblo

Job Title

HVAC Technician

Job Description

This is a full time, in-person and essential position. Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time. This position is directly responsible to maintain, construct, install, troubleshoot, repair all air distribution systems services which provide services to the DHS, DYC, PRC and DOC facilities. HVAC-R services provided include maintaining, repairing, installing and coordinator of chill water and heating water hydronic systems, absorption and reciprocating chillers, conformance of CFC regulations and Title 15 regulations of EPA, all air distribution systems which include VAV systems, multi-zone systems, local fan-coil and cabinet unit heaters and all associated interface to the Siemens Building Automation system.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install all HVAC equipment in compliance with manufacturer's recommendations, local codes, Health department, Joint Commission, and ACA standards within a large multi building campus environment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repair tasks on large HVAC/R systems ranging from hospital environments to small residential applications including: filter changes, coil cleaning, and other related work.
• Monitor and test heating and cooling closed loops and cooling towers for water treatment levels and coordinate with vendors to correct out of tolerance conditions.
• Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and install large scale refrigeration equipment in compliance to manufacturer's recommendations, local codes, Health department, The Joint Commission, ACA, and ASHRAE standards. Understands principles and experience with refrigeration recovery, evacuation and charging, understands the installation and sizing of refrigerant piping in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Monitor, Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair building automation controls and systems to ensure the proper operation of air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment and ensure all environmental conditions meet customer requirements. These controls include, but not limited to, electric, pneumatic, and DDC.
• Reads wiring diagrams, use multimeters to read voltage, current and resistance values.
• Troubleshoot electrical and low voltage circuits.
• Utilizes Ohm's Law.
• Analyzes logs, printouts, other materials, and information that apply to the operation of the mechanical systems. Utilizes all information to solve operational problems.
• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of pumps and control valves (Electrical and pneumatic). Repair of cooling towers, absorption chillers, water cooled chillers and direct expansion unit over 150 tons to include replacement of piping, components and electronic systems.
• Maintain the fire and smoke control systems in the air handling, duct and exhaust systems to include communicating with customers on repairs that may affect their office or department including facilities management office while conforming to all provisions of NFPA.
• Responsible for HVAC fabrication processes and utilizing HVAC machines and tools for HVAC system fabrications.
• Must comply with the safety program and tool and key control.
• Snow removal.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Experience Only Applicants must have three years of experience troubleshooting and repairing HVAC systems (boiler, chillers, air handlers, control systems, etc... ). OR Education & Experience Education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program that relates to this position will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. In order to utilize this substitution, you must attach a copy of your transcripts/apprenticeship to this job application. Your unofficial transcripts/certification of completion must include your name, college/school name, type of degree/certification received and date the degree/certification was received/conferred.

Necessary Special Requirements Applicants must currently possess a valid and active Universal CFC Certification. In order for your application to be considered, you must attach your license, certification or equivalent to this job application.

Preferred Qualifications Relevant years of state experience. Experience in HVAC/R troubleshooting, repairs and adjustments to a variety of different types of HVAC/R systems for patient, client and laboratory comfort within a large multi building campus environment, preference will be given to individual that has documented maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting experience, installation of new equipment has no merit. Demonstrated experience performing work order based maintenance services. Excellent oral comprehension skills the ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Excellent troubleshooting skills -- determines cause of operating error and decides on course of action. Excellent customer service skills; anticipates and understands customer needs and expectations; takes action appropriately; understands the impact of decisions on customers. Excellent attention to detail. Basic computer skills in email, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Ability to read wiring diagrams, use multimeters to read voltage, current and resistance values. Must be able to troubleshoot electrical and low voltage circuits. Knowledge of Ohm's Law. Working knowledge of maintenance and repair of pumps and control valves (Electrical and Pneumatic). Mechanical FABRICATION Knowledge of HVAC fabrication processes and the use of HVAC machines and tools utilized for HVAC system fabrications.

Supplemental Information

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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 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