Structural Trades II

Full Job Description

Who We Are

With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.

Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers.

Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition.

And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.

One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone.

The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported.

FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes.

We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.

The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.

FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.

In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, Front Range Community College (FRCC) offers a comprehensive benefit package designed to provide you and your eligible dependents, including domestic partner, with a broad range of employer paid and employee paid benefit options including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits, Health Benefits.
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits, Colorado PERA .
• Access to a tuition reimbursement program for eligible employees, their eligible dependents and domestic partners at any of the 13 system community colleges.
• Access to an Employee Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP).
• A comprehensive leave program, including: annual and sick leave, paid holiday and winter break (we are closed the week between December 25 and January 1.)
• Access to an abundance of professional development opportunities at FRCC.
• This position does require a strong on-campus presence.
• This position does require a strong on-campus presence on the Larimer Campus (Fort Collins) and will need to travel to the other 2 FRCC Campuses occasionally, other travel will include attending training & picking up parts and supplies.
• This position works the following shift: M-F 7:00 am- 3:30 pm.
• This position will rotate with other facilities staff members for on-call status.

Requirements

GENERAL SUMMARY: Provide maintenance service to students, staff and the public in general.

Maintains, repairs, remodels and improves the building, mechanical equipment, utility systems, landscaping, snow removal, parking lots, and performs maintenance, repairs and seasonal changeover of motorized equipment and overall maintenance of the physical plant.

Provide an environment conductive to the education of students.

DUTIES:

Construction/RemodelingReading and working off construction documents (CD) and plans. Break down labor and material expenses for processing purchase requests and include quote or proposal.

Provide supervisor with method of procedure (MOP) for conducting remodeling projects and off hour work.

Ensure that projects are properly engineered and reviewed for code appliance and/or inspected by authorized third party compliance official. Outlines job timelines and scheduling using MS Project.

Recommends and evaluates efficient project methodology, determines and advises supervisor of potential conflicts with college schedule and impacts to customers.

Advises supervisor of advance announcement deadlines for pending projects. Arranges safety and security barriers to ensure the safety of students, staff, faculty and visitors.

General Building, Structural & Mechanical System RepairConducts plumbing repairs of pumps for water and HVAC systems, operates BAS (Building Automation System), performs HVAC maintenance and operation with Pipe Trades II and performs Pipe Trades II functions as needed and in the absence of Pipe Trades II person, installs flush valves and faucets, includes rebuilding and replacement.

Installs water shock absorbers, balancing valves, toilets, urinals and miscellaneous equipment by sweating, brasing, caulking, welding, gluing or pro press of fittings.

Evaluating and planning of new and existing systems to ensure compliance with health standards and code regulations. Responsible for plumbing traps, flow lines, incoming and waste lines.

Performs general building, structural and mechanical system repairs, i.e. repairs built up roof (BUR) and (EPDM) roof, flashing, siding, caulking.

Removes ballast and flood tests to identify leaks, repairs/replace damaged asphalt shingles, standing seam roofs, gutters and down spouts, clears roof drains. Install and maintain bird screens.

Utilize appropriate PPE for feces removal. Repair/replace door closures, lock sets, hinges, exit devices, thresholds, weather stripping, hand rails and keying/re-keying.

Repairs wall damage, vandalism and graffiti. Installs and repairs cabinets and celling grid systems. Other duties as assigned.

Painting/Cement Work

Performs painting of classrooms, study areas, restrooms, parking lots, curbs, offices, hallways, mechanical rooms, etc. using sprayers, HPLV gun, rollers, brushes, etc.

Properly prepares and selects appropriate products that are compatible with existing surfaces.

Prepares area by using caulk, paint removers, solvents, grinders, rust remover, bead/ sand blaster, wire brush, scrapers, etc.

Applies various paint products to include: enamels, acrylics, latex, textures, epoxy, lacquer, poly-urethane and varnishes, etc. Orders paint and supplies, corresponds with product representatives.

Schedules and keeps records of rooms and areas painted.

Select and utilize proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), stay current with Respirator Fit Test requirements, utilize all appropriate safety equipment and follow safety procedures.

Ensure safety of by standers and/or co-workers by working off peak hours or barricading area.

Performs cement work such as framing and laying of pads for concrete and equipment. Sidewalk repair (minor) operation using trowels, jack hammers, floats. edgers and strikes.

Applies floor Levelor concrete material to prepare or improve surfaces for flooring applications. Performs sub straight compaction and preparation and identifies problematic materials.

Identify drainage and flow obstructions. Ensure that ADA grade criteria are maintained to an acceptable standard.

Repair/Troubleshoot/Assemble

Repairs and assembles equipment to include: modular furniture, cabinets, counter tops, shelving, carts, desks, tables, displays, chairs, dollies, chair carts etc.

Service, repair, perform routine maintenance of custodial equipment to include: riding scrubber, walk behind scrubber, buffers, vacuums, etc.

Repair door closures, door stops, pencil sharpeners, bulletin boards, chalk boards and flooring.

Performs maintenance and repair of snow removal equipment (tractor, dock lift) and maintenance equipment, i.e. sewer cleaning machine, core drill, welders, compressors, etc.

Analyze, diagnose, troubleshoot and make repairs or recommend that repairs be made by the manufacturer of specialty equipment i.e. Nursing and Science Lab equipment, Automotive and Art equipment.

Diagnose, troubleshoot and make repairs or replace commercial appliances. May recommend service from manufacturer for repairs.

Equipment includes; stoves, ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, garbage disposals, grease traps, exhaust hoods, sump pumps, ice machines, water filtration devices, drinking fountains, eye washes, clothes washer and dryer, hot water heater.

Installation of new appliances.

Safe environment, Snow Removal & Misc.

Maintain a safe working environment by installing safety equipment, fire extinguishers and overseeing all inspections.

Assist supervisor with scheduling and arranging annual fire and safety inspections, i.e. fire extinguisher, fire doors, fire suppression equipment, sprinkler system, back flows and roof inspections.

Performs minor maintenance and required periodic tests of safety devices i.e., eye wash, emergency shower, ADA door operators, safety limit devices, etc.

Report any deficiencies to supervisor and follow up on repairs and/or replacement of defective appliance.

Identifies and alerts supervisor of possible asbestos containing material (ACM) during any projects. Performs minor ACM cleanup using approved methods and maintain proper certification.

Perform snow removal using all types of equipment i.e. snow shovels, ice chipper, spreaders, scrapers, plows, brooms, snow blowers.

Trucks with plows and tractors with brooms/brushes, skid loader and ATV with plow. Responds to emergency calls example: leaking pipe, broken restroom fixtures, broken doors and roof leaks.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Four years of progressively responsible experience in the structural trades appropriate to the work assignment (including carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, locksmithing).

Detail your work experience in your employment history of your application for your application to be accepted and moved forward to be reviewed.

SUBSTITUTION: Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or higher level course work from an accredited, non-correspondence, vocational or trades school appropriate to the work assignment may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.(A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPT VERIFYING THE REQUIRED CREDITS MUST BE RECEIVED BY APPLICATION DEADLINE, IF SUBSTITUTION IS USED TO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS)

OR

Lived Experience Qualifications: Four (4) years working experience volunteering on a construction project, repairing or renovating existing structures, working in disaster relief efforts, or working for a family owned construction company, etc.

• You may receive credit from the age of 16 and over.
• You must give dates and number of hours worked, as well as job duties.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
Plumbing: Maintain plumbing fixtures, addressing leads/clogs and installation of new fixtures.

Operating Equipment & Tools: Knowledge of equipment & tools to repair and work on HVAC, Drywall, Plumbing, Painting, Flooring, and Remodel Projects.

Customer Service: Providing customer service while working on projects around staff and students.

Building & Construction Skills: Knowledge of how to repair roof, repair damaged drywall, masonry, HVAC Repairs, Remodel including demolition, framing, hanging & finishing drywall, install flooring, Painting, Plumbing and reading blueprints.

Repair: Service, repair, perform routine maintenance including wall repair, roofs, plumbing fixtures, furniture, and other building entities.

Public Safety: Keeping safety in mind while working on all projects. Communication: Able to communicate effectively with supervisor and staff.

Technology: Record time sheets, input work orders/data base, read and send emails.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT & CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must possess and maintain a current, valid State of Colorado Driver’s License to operate company vehicles.

Must submit to and successfully complete a pre-employment background check in include a motor vehicle record (MVR) as a condition of hire.

Felony convictions or conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to the job duties may disqualify you from consideration for this position.

Should your background check reveal any charges and convictions, it is your responsibility to provide Front Range Community College, Office of Human Resources with an official disposition of the charges.

NOTE: An essential function of this position requires exertion of up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs.

of force constantly to move objects (i.e. lifting equipment, pushing grounds equipment, removing snow, etc.).

It also requires constant or frequent climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching.

Successful candidate must be able to follow verbal communications and be able to read and comprehend written directions on labels, machinery and in manuals, etc.

Also must be able to interpret written directives, policies, guidelines and memos.

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 to spb.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, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Additional Information

This posting may be used to fill one or more similar positions in the future.

Important Note To Applicants: Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on your completed application.

Comparative Analysis: All state classified employees must be hired and promoted through a comparative analysis process.

Part or all of the analysis for this position will include a review of your application material.

Applications may be used to assess and rank applicants who meet the minimum requirements, cut to a top group, or establish an eligible list for referral to the position, along with an eSkill assessment subject to change based on size of qualified applicant pool.

Be sure your application material specifically addresses your qualifications, experience and accomplishments as they relate to the duties, minimum qualifications, substitutions, and preferred qualifications listed, including answering all supplemental questions thoroughly and with great detail.

Attach additional pages if necessary to fully explain your experience and accomplishments.

Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your score or inclusion in the final pool of qualified candidates.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and weencourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative workenvironments 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.

Front Range Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.

As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with anyreasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing theapplication process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform 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 our ADAAA Coordinator, Bob Gregory, Robert.gregory@frontrange.edu or by calling 303-404-5473.Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA)The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonableaccommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery fromchildbirth.

If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations for an exam, you must do so at least three days prior to the administration of the exam.

Please refer to the contact information on the exam scheduling notice or on the specific job announcement.

Notice to Prospective Employees:Front Range Community College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report.

The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989.

This report contains information about:

• Front Range Community College's alcohol and other drug policy
• VAWA policy
• Campus security policies
• Campus/community resources
• Where to find registered sex offender information
• Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years
• Reporting crimes

The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:

1. By going to the internet website at: Clery Act Information(Download PDF reader)
2. Printed copies of the FRCC Campus Annual Security Report are available on request through the Dean of Students Affairs Office and any college Campus Security and Preparedness Office