Pipefitter/Welder- Pueblo

Full Job Description

This position is open to current Colorado residents only

The Division of Facilities Management - Southern Division

The Division of Facilities Management 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.

Facilities served: Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP), Department of Corrections (DOC) facilities in Pueblo, Pueblo Regional Center (PRC), Division of Youth Services (DYS) - (Zeb Pike, Spring Creek and Pueblo) and the Veteran’s Community Living Centers in the southern district.

Requirements

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Position is responsible for performing pipe fitting at a journeyman level, fabricating, welding, planning new or modifying existing installations, including the repair and maintenance of building infrastructure of existing facilities.
• All jobs require initial troubleshooting and diagnosis of the problem, safety issues and requirements to resolve and repair the problem.
• Perform system analysis of process control valves, perform initial troubleshooting and diagnosis of the problem, determine requirements to resolve and repair the problem.
• Typical decisions made are which stored energy systems should be locked out and tagged out prior to repairing process systems
• Interpretation of blueprints, drawing and developing as-built condition drawings are ongoing on a continual basis. Must be able to clearly and logically draw and annotate field changes conditions on record drawings and documents to include all relevant information for record management purposes.
• Determine what is needed and how to repair and/or fabricate piping systems to meet the design requirements in accordance with applicable regulatory standards.
• Regularly access piping system conditions and determine the scope of repairs needed. Coordinate and plan repairs.
• Install, alter, repair hangers, supports, and system protections for mechanical piping systems. Designs and measures via shop drawings to fabricate piping by means of oxygen acetylene cutting, welding, pipe threading, soldering, caulking of all types of joints and fittings.
• Installs, maintains, alters and repairs hot and cold water piping, air piping, high and low pressure steam piping, sewer drainage piping, gas piping, emergency repair of plumbing fixtures, water supply valves, steam traps, all sewer drainage traps.
• Monitors and repairs control valves, pumps to systems and equipment of heating, ventilating, air conditioning.
• Calibrates and monitors water temperature mixing valves, high and low pressure gages of water, steam gas.
• This position will be required to obtain an Asbestos abatement certification within the first year of employment.
• Snow removal
• Performs other duties as assigned

This is a full-time, in-person, essential position. Must be available for and respond to after hours call backs to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency in a timely manner.

Essential Positions. Positions that perform essential law enforcement, highway maintenance, and other support services directly necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of patients, residents, and inmates of state institutions or state facilities. Employees in essential positions can be only FLSA non exempt and can be required to work unexpected or unusual work hours to perform the essential and/or emergency services of the department without delay and/or without interruption.

Call Back applies when an eligible employee is required to report to work before the start or after the end of a scheduled shift. If there is no release from work between the call back hours and regular shift, it is considered a continuation of the shift and call back does not apply. When call back applies, a minimum of two (2) hours of the employee’s regular base pay is guaranteed. Eligible employees are those who are eligible for overtime, and any call back time is counted as work time.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Applicant must have at least three years of experience as it relates to this position (boilermaker, pipe fitter, welding inspector, fabricator, etc.)

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience as it relates to this position equal to three (3) years.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a current, valid welding certification or documentation of previous 6G unlimited pipe thickness. You must attach a copy of your welding certification or documentation to your application.

• 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.

This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check.

Work in a secure facility in locked and unlocked environments.

Must possess or obtain a welding certification or documentation of previous 6G unlimited pipe thickness, which is obtained from a formalized training program or apprenticeship program within 9 months of hire, and maintain this certification throughout employment in this position.

Must currently possess and maintain a 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 successfully pass Motor Vehicle Checks

Travel – This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools and equipment to perform daily duties. May be required to travel to training and meetings.

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.

This is an essential position that is currently required to respond in person to call backs after hours to perform essential and/or emergency services of the agency in a timely manner.

Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours.

Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials – Explain: Proximity to moving, mechanical parts, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to electrical shock, and or working in high exposed places.

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

• Disclose that information on the application.
• Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
• 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.

You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

• You can find the official appeal form here.

You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

• By email: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us , or
• Postmarked in US Mail to: 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, 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.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At 303.866.3300, or
• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules webpage.

Additional Information

The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting information, please contact: Michele.Burkhardt@state.co.us

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.

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.

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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us.

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.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g.

uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time).

Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.