Job Description

Posting number: GLA - JR109026 - 07/26

Department: Colorado School of Mines

Job classification: Pipe/Mechanical Trades II

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Building & Safety, Building Maintenance, Facility Management, Trades, Miscellaneous, Maintenance, Utilities, Construction Maintenance, Higher Education, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Construction Trades

Would you like to work in a beautiful small campus environment? Colorado School of 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. For more information visit us at: www.mines.edu

We offer a comprehensive portfolio of benefits to our classified workforce, including
medical, dental, life, short and long-term disability plans, dependent tuition benefit, and retirement plans. Benefits begin the first of the month following your start date.

Other perks include:

• 13 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick leave which starts accruing your first month!
• Set work schedule
• Small crews (8-13)
• Free access to Mines varsity sporting events for you and 3 guests!

Examples of duties

Build Your Plumbing Career with Us

Are you an experienced plumbing professional looking for an opportunity to expand your skills, work alongside experienced Journeyman and Master Plumbers, and continue your professional development? Join our Facilities Management team as a Plumbing Utility Technician / Pipe Mechanical Trades II and play a critical role in maintaining the plumbing and steam systems that support our campus community.

This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative team environment where mentorship, hands-on learning, and career advancement are actively supported. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to continue developing their trade skills while working toward obtaining a Journeyman Plumber license.

Why Join Our Team?

• Work alongside experienced Journeyman and Master Plumbers
• Receive hands-on training and mentorship
• Gain experience with commercial and institutional plumbing systems
• Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule
• Make a meaningful impact by maintaining critical campus infrastructure

About the Team

Facilities Management is committed to providing a safe, reliable, and efficient environment for our campus community. Our work environment is collaborative and supportive, with team members willing to assist one another across a variety of projects and maintenance activities.

Current challenges include maintaining and upgrading aging buildings and piping infrastructure, providing opportunities to work on a wide variety of plumbing systems and projects.

This position performs preventative maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation of plumbing and steam piping systems across campus facilities. The role supports the ongoing operation of building infrastructure and requires sound technical knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Preventative Maintenance, Repair & Installation (90%)

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and installations on plumbing and steam piping systems.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing leaks, drips, clogs, and malfunctioning fixtures.
• Assist with and support maintenance and installation projects involving plumbing and steam systems.
• Inspect equipment and investigate unusual operating conditions, including:
  • Excessive water temperatures
  • Leaking components
  • Worn equipment
  • Unusual noises or odors
• Determine appropriate repair methods and replacement solutions.
• Collect equipment and parts information needed for maintenance and repairs.
• Guide and assist Pipe/Mechanical Trade I personnel during repairs and installations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building, mechanical, plumbing, and safety codes.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, labor activities, and completed work orders.
• Utilize computer applications including Microsoft Word and Excel to document maintenance activities.

Project Support & Documentation (10%)

• Prepare material lists and assist with planning upcoming projects.
• Complete work orders, test reports, and purchase requests.
• Review construction drawings and system modifications for compliance with campus standards and applicable codes.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, contractors, and campus stakeholders.
• Compare installed systems to drawings and specifications and document discrepancies when identified.

What We're Looking For

Technical Skills

• Plumbing maintenance and repair experience
• Knowledge of steam and piping systems
• Understanding of industry codes and standards

Soft Skills

• Professional communication
• Attention to detail
• Approachable and collaborative work style
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship

Working Conditions

This position regularly works in mechanical rooms, utility spaces, occupied buildings, and construction or maintenance environments. Work may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise, mechanical equipment, and other conditions typical of plumbing and facilities maintenance operations.

Please Note: This position reports to campus Monday - Friday; 7:00am - 3:30pm.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your plumbing career, develop your skills through mentorship, and contribute to the maintenance of a dynamic campus environment, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

Residency Requirement:

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description:

D6C2XX Pipe/Mechanical Trades II

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Three (3) years of relevant experience in the plumbing trade, which included:

• Documented plumbing trade experience and progression.
• Registered with the appropriate state apprenticeship or trade tracking program (DORA registration preferred where applicable).
• Knowledge of plumbing systems, piping materials, fixtures, and repair techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical documents.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Valid driver's license or ability to meet transportation requirements of the position.
• MUST BE A CURRENT EMPLOYEE AT COLORADO SCHOOL OF MINES

Or
Education and Experience:

A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years (Transcripts must be attached for educational substitution).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Continuing education in plumbing or related mechanical trades.
• Experience working with commercial, institutional, or campus facilities.
• Experience with steam systems and piping repairs.
• Progress toward Journeyman Plumber certification.
• Knowledge of applicable plumbing, mechanical, and building codes.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov

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 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, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented 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 inequality or concerns for safety.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a rich and vibrant diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.