Plumber - Denver

Job Title

This position works at and travels to Northern District facilities to repair, install and maintain plumbing systems, building and associated equipment in CDHS facilities.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Perform troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance on plumbing equipment and systems including pumps, temperature controls, and 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Repair and / or replace equipment, components, devices, or complete systems which are not operational, broken, damaged, outdated, or obsolete that allows systems to operate as intended or increasing efficiency.
• Complete preventative maintenance checks, routine work orders and are 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.
• New construction, remodels, or modification of plumbing systems, i.e., drains and vents.
• Assist with project work as needed.
• Perform new installation and/or renovation of water, back-flow, sewer, fire line, life safety systems, various mechanical systems and fixtures.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Obtain and follow various material installation instructions and diagnose material failures related to maintenance work and problems, 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 as necessary to allow for efficient work flow and documentation.
• Order and purchase materials to complete daily assignments in a timely manner.
• Maintain stock in the warehouse and in their assigned vehicle.
• Maintain and clean vehicle, warehouse and shop areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

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 Only:

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

Education and Experience :

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 call back 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 – Explain: Proximity to moving, mechanical parts. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Exposure to electrical shock and working in highly exposed places.

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

1. Disclose that information on the application.
2. Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
3. Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hours per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements. Minimum Qualification Screening Process A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached." You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated. Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. Your Work Experience/Job Duties Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications. If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question. Supplemental Questions Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing). Appeal Rights You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.