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State of Colorado Fire Life Safety Technician (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II) in Golden, Colorado
Fire Life Safety Technician (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II)
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Fire Life Safety Technician (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II)
Salary
$26.94 - $36.76 Hourly
Location
Golden, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GLA - JR102146 - 04/24
Department
Colorado School of Mines
Opening Date
04/30/2024
Closing Date
5/14/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
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Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1500 Illinois St. Golden, CO 80401
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
recruitment@mines.edu 303-273-3250
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.
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Department Information
Colorado School of Mines is currently seeking an experienced, motivated, customer service-oriented individual with strong written and verbal communication skills and working knowledge of Fire Life Safety Systems to join our team. The function of the Fire Life Safety Technician (Pipe/Mechanical Trades II) is to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, replace, rebuild, install, test, inspect, and modify existing fire protection systems.
Colorado School of Mines (Mines) is an internationally preeminent teaching and research university dedicated to meeting the resource development needs of a rapidly evolving, technology-based society. Mines was selected by the Colorado State Legislature as the state's first "exemplary institution" of public higher education due to our "high degree of responsibility and capability with regard to academic and administrative functions."
Colorado's oldest public university, Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder.
MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays
State pension plan (PERA)
Parental Leave
Reduced cost tuition for employee and family members
Life and Disability Insurance
Professional growth and training opportunities
Access to technology and equipment
Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
Access to a world-class recreation center
Interaction with an international population and cultural events
BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) state employee discount program
RTD Eco-Pass
Description of Job
This position exists to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, replace, rebuild, install, test, inspect, and modify existing water based fire systems and fire life safety systems which include, backflow prevention devices, eyewash stations, ansul systems, special hazards systems, kitchen fire suppression systems, and fume hoods on the CSM campus. This position will assist in the development and maintenance of testing procedures for the items listed above based on the requirements in NFPA 25.
This position has the licenses to install Fire Suppression systems on behalf of the Colorado School of Mines for minor additions and remodels involving fire sprinkler systems. This position performs duties of the CSM fire impairment coordinator
Perform tasks described in the preventive maintenance program which include fire suppression inspection, testing, install, troubleshooting, modifications, record keeping and repair. Backflow inspection, testing, record keeping and repair.
Emergency Eyewash/shower inspection testing, record keeping and repair. Report unusual equipment conditions such as inoperable, leaking and worn equipment and unusual equipment functions. Collects required information for equipment and parts for the preventative maintenance program. Completes required paperwork including recording preventative maintenance work order tasks, and labor activities. Coordinates with contractors for permits with fire sprinkler modifications and installations and testing of ansul systems, special hazards systems, kitchen fire suppression systems, and fume hoods. Monitors and inspects for code compliance and campus standards all fire sprinkler new construction performed by contractors. These activities require computer skills including Microsoft Windows, Excel and Word Etc. This duty requires a Registered Contractor-Backflow for the Colorado School of Mines.
Duties include reviewing, creating, coordinating and verifying completion of Fire Life Safety testing. Working with Environmental Health and Safety for tasks and frequencies and testing of the systems as needed with the Electrical shop, HVAC shop, Controls shop and the Plumbing shop. Consult and collaborate with authorities and campus staff and faculty to comply with regulatory requirement referring to campus standards, NFPA, IFC for code complaint on new and existing work.
Collaborates with other trades mechanics in the operation and testing of Fire sprinklers, Ansul systems and backflow preventers with the more technical aspects of preventive maintenance and troubleshooting/repair of Fire suppression and safety equipment. Acts as the primary fire systems impairment coordinator ensuring procedures are in place to avoid property loss and injury to personnel during and impairment to any Fire life safety devices, and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Three years of experience of experience in pipe mechanical trades which relates to the duties of this position as described above.
Must have sufficient computer skills to enter work orders into a computerized work order system, use email and perform basic spreadsheet and word processor computer work.
Substitutions:
Appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THIS SUBSTITUTION.
Necessary Special Requirements
A current Colorado driver license is required and must be maintained during employment. A copy of your current motor vehicle record (MVR) will be required as a condition of hire. Must be physically able to perform strenuous physical labor including lifting 100 pounds.A Colorado Backflow Tester Certificate must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. Certificate training paid for by Mines
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior relevant experience working for the State of Colorado
A current Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Sprinkler Fitter Registration
A current Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Backflow Registration
A current Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Fire Inspector I or II
A current NICET III
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Background check
Pre-employment physical
Pre-Employment drug screen
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
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 tospb.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, atspb.colorado.govunder Rules.
Supplemental Information
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran’s status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses. Mines’ commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.
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
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This position requires three years of experience of experience in pipe mechanical trades which relates to the duties of this position as described above OR appropriate education or successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Do you meet this requirement? And is it documented in your work/education history?
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This position requires a Colorado Backflow Tester Certificate be obtained within 6 months of hire date. Do you have this certificate currently?
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