Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This announcement is posted until the position is filled. Applications will be considered as they are received. It is in your best interest to apply early. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. About CDOT Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and provides freedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit our careers page to learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellent benefits package! CDOT for All CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months. #LI-POSTAbout the Work Unit The Alamosa Engineering Residency provides engineering expertise in developing, building, and maintaining a safe and integrated transportation system. The unit manages or oversees projects for upgrading, reconstructing, and maintaining the highway system along with other projects that have federal, state and local funds. Design, oversight of design, management of NEPA documentation, consultant management, construction management along with project management are provided. About the Position This position is a licensed engineer and is responsible for designing transportation projects, managing the entire design process from scoping to advertisement, preparing construction plans, specifications and cost estimates for transportation improvement projects. Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: • Apply current engineering principles and theories, design specifications, and federal, state, and local design standards to develop plan sets and specifications for roadway projects, including new construction or reconstruction of intersections, corridor widening, roadway surface treatment, bridge improvements, etc. • Design transportation projects and perform project management during the design phase for highway improvement projects. • Manage the design process from scoping to advertisement, preparing construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates. • Use computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to prepare plans. • Incorporate field survey, environmental study, traffic data, right-of-way information, hydrology/hydraulic design, structural design, utility locations/relocations, and other information as required when developing design projects. • Provide technical information to CDOT specialty branches and outside municipalities to ensure that design standards are addressed and incorporated into roadway construction plans. • Oversee lower level engineering positions for conformance to CDOT policy and procedural directives; train and mentor less experienced project staff. • Manage the work of consultants and local agencies in order to accomplish project completions, including prioritizing assignments required by the contract. • Responsible for engineering details as well as satisfactory completion of highway design; provide ongoing design support during construction. • Ensure timely project advertisement and other major milestones, while meeting both design and construction budgets. • May act as the CDOT engineer of record and will stamp plans in accordance with the regulations governing their engineering license. • Serve as project manager during design for various infrastructure projects and planning and environmental studies. • Manage large, complex projects and environmental studies, including those that use innovative contracting methods. • Serve as a CDOT representative and provide expertise in meetings with the public, local/state entities, businesses, railroads, special interest groups, and utilities. • Participate on committees and/or task forces to help CDOT implement improvements and meet department goals. • Other job duties as assigned. Work Environment: • Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, but we are flexible to meet your work/life balance needs while ensuring CDOT business needs are met. • After completing the probationary period you may have the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work. • Approximately 10% spent in the field, 90% spent in the office. • Regular travel required during work hours throughout the Region. • Overnight travel throughout Colorado to projects throughout the Region and meetings. • Required to operate CDOT vehicles. • May be required to work on night projects as needed. Minimum Qualifications • Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors. OR • Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from another U.S. state's Board of Licensure. If meeting qualifications with an out-of-state PE license, it would be a condition of employment to obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire. Conditions of Employment • Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section. • A current valid driver’s license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. • If meeting qualifications with an out-of-state PE license, you must obtain your Colorado PE license within six months of hire. Preferred Qualifications The exceptional applicant will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following: • Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section; • Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position; • Highest work/personal ethics and integrity; • At least 3-5 years of knowledge and experience in civil or transportation engineering design and/or construction. • Knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act, Planning and Environmental Linkages, and how these affect transportation construction projects. • Knowledge and experience with the CDOT Design Manual, AASHTO Design Guides, CDOT Planning and Environmental Linkages Manual, CDOT Materials Manual, CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT Standards & Specifications Manual, CDOT M&S Standards, CDOT Construction Manual, MUTCD, Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG), and other industry design standards. • Ability to mentor, train, and lead non-professional staff. • Ability to oversee consultants and contractors. • Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment. • Ability to work under tight budgets and deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments. • Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner. • Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments. • Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills. • Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and multi-tasking ability. • Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem-solving ability. • Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral. • Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy. • Passion for safety. • Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations. • Fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, Gmail and Google Applications, SAP, MicroStation InRoads, PMWeb, ProjectWise, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems. Applicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents: • A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement) • A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.) • A cover letter that describes your interest in this position, how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Cover letters must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. Cover letters will not be accepted after the closing date and time of the announcement. • A detailed chronological resume. Resumes must be uploaded as an attachment to your online application. • If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be via email. Include your current working email address on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website. The Hiring Process: • All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step. • Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. • Part, or all, of the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. • Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list. • A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant. Employment Screening If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic.” Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online at www.InfoCubic.com and www.OrangeTreeScreening.com. Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439. The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includes social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOT will only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report. 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. ADAAA Accommodations CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or 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 Emily Harp at emily.harp@state.co.us. Former State Employees Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application. EHarp (SAP #50004342/PCR #60556)
See More Details >>The salary range displayed represents the typical salary of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.This position will close on 04/25/2025.San Luis Valley Health is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic to join our EVS team! What You'll Need: High School diploma or GED equivalent. Certificate in at least one trade, plumbing, electrical, carpentry or HVAC, preferred. Minimum of three (3) years building system experience, including working in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, boilers, HVAC and general building maintenance, required. Acceptable driving record allowing individual to participate in Hospital vehicle insurance program, to be maintained throughout employment.Advanced knowledge of the principles and theory of electricity/electronics, plumbing, carpentry, boilers and HVAC systems.Must have ability to diagnose and repair malfunctioning the equipment or systems, using trade accepted tools, techniques and test equipment.Individuals assigned to this position must maintain the appropriate certification, licensure or registration as mandated by the specific governing agency, or be willing to obtain any required in the future needs of the position.What you'll do: Electrical Systems - Performs all service and repair work to the level of experience achieved. Performs or assist Plant Engineers with maintenance, installation and repair of electrical systems and controls such as receptacles, cords, circuits, light fixtures; perform all electrical repairs and installations in conformance with State and NEC.Plumbing- Performs all service and repair work to the level of experience achieved. Performs or assist Plant Engineers with maintenance and instillation of piping, plumbing fixtures, pressure testing, frozen pipes, gas lines and appliances, valves, pumps, coils and boiler equipment.Assist with operation and maintenance of steam plant, steam traps, steam leaks, sight glasses, etc. Participates in maintaining safe operation of the water treatment program.HVAC- Performs all service and repair work to the level of experience achieved. Performs or assist Plan Engineers with maintenance or installation of HVAC systems throughout the Hospital, inspecting and operating building automation; heating systems, refrigeration equipment, coolers, freezers, ice machines and thermostatic controls as needed. Enters and completes work orders and p.m.'s in a timely manner, reporting back to Manager when situations arise that they can't be completed on time. Ensures that all documentation required by Local, State and Federal agencies is completed accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as hospital security when security is not present, by responding to pages for assistance. The group acts as a deterrent by show of force to individuals acting inappropriately. Also may assist with moving furniture, offices, trash and bio-hazard removal as well as making deliveries or picking up items as required.May be assigned to different shifts temporarily when staffing shortages or hospital emergencies dictate requirements. Will participate in the Maintenance on Call program and work holidays as assigned. Is an active member in the Hospitals snow removal plan including shoveling snow, sanding/salting ice areas and operating snow removal equipment as needed. General- Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, environmental and infection control, safety, and comply with codes and requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies; promotes positive interpersonal (customer) relationships with fellow employees, patients and visitors. Treats these individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy and respect; consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications. Will perform work at all off site clinics, buildings as well as at CCH when required.We Take Care of Our PeopleAs the largest employer in the San Luis Valley, we commit to providing our employees with quality and affordable benefits to complement a fulfilling work experience and help balance life experiences and needs. To show our appreciation of your hard work, we offer a competitive and comprehensive total benefits package, including:Full medical, dental and vision plans to suit the needs of you and your family, with low-cost copays and deductibles, all without high out-of-pocket expenses.Enjoy a generous amount of Paid Time Off and Sick Leave in your first year with accruals starting on your first day!Start saving with Retirement plans available from day one, providing up to 5% employer match after one year of employment.Free life and disability insurance benefits for full-time employees with the opportunity to purchase additional coverage at low costs.Add to your benefit package with a variety of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts and more.Take care of yourself with our free on-site 24-hour employee health center, and discounts to a selection of local fitness/recreational centers.Keep learning by utilizing our education program benefits to foster your growth and development.Give back to the community with multiple opportunities throughout the year to volunteer with our own non-profit SLV Health Foundation and other SLV- and community-sponsored events.Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski/snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, Adams State University functions and more!Your family is our family so our employees and their family members have access to our employee support services, including up to four free counseling sessions to assist with work/life solutions. 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See More Details >>This position is only open to Colorado state residents. New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. About CDOT Do you want to make a difference in Coloradans’ lives? Do you have a passion for helping people and keeping them safe? At the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), you will have the opportunity to do just that. The work our people do contributes to keeping Coloradans and visitors safe and providesfreedom, connection, and experience through travel. Please visit ourcareers pageto learn about CDOT and how we are making Colorado a great place to live, work and play, now and for the future! Also, check out our excellentbenefitspackage! CDOT for All CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive. Some positions may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go tohttps://studentaid.gov/pslf/ The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months. #LI-POST About the Work Unit This Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV Shop Supervisor position works in the equipment shop in The Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT's) Region 5 in Alamosa. This team performs skilled journey level work which requires the application of knowledge and skills to diagnose, repair and modify automotive vehicles, maintenance equipment, and specialized heavy construction equipment. They preserve and assure that the entire fleet of equipment is in safe operating condition aligned with the rules and policies of the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). About the Position As the Heavy Equipment Mechanic IV, you will supervise and assist 7 mechanics. You will establish work schedules and priorities on equipment and monitor completeness of work. You will ensure that safety and industry workmanship standards are followed in the shop. You will be responsible for providing technical assistance to mechanics, maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment, and preparing reports of shop activities. You will be a working supervisor. Approximately 70% of your time will be spent doing hands-on mechanic work and 30% of your time will be supervising the team. Your duties and responsibilitieswill include, but are not limited to, the following: • Supervise and train mechanics on all types of mechanical work, computer input and use of diagnostic tools, ensuring compliance with all applicable rules. • Conduct employee performance evaluations, approve employee leave requests and monthly timesheets. • Mediate as necessary to resolve issues including interpersonal conflicts and informal grievances. • Schedule work for the field team including repairs, annual inspections, preventive maintenance, paint, body repairs, welding, fabrication and new vehicle setup; inspect quality of their work after completion. • Schedule training for the team to help keep them stay up to date on current technology, new vehicle setup, removing vehicles from service, and all items pertaining to State Fleet Management vehicles. • Rebuild, repair, inspect, diagnose and maintain heavy and specialized equipment, such as trucks, loaders, dozers, motor graders, lay down machines and all other asphalt equipment, snow removal equipment, mowers, construction equipment and attachments. • Perform maintenance on various small engines, pumps and hand tools. • Maintain a current knowledge on all equipment and technical knowledge to work on all systems including air, hydraulic, fuel, coolant, electric, electronics, and major components of power and drive trains. • Assist all highway maintenance personnel in analyzing mechanical difficulties and making repairs. • Anticipate and plan for all equipment needs, including road equipment and other equipment and tools needed to keep shop fully operational. • Assist in ordering and receiving equipment including reviewing, updating and ordering new equipment and making arrangements to turn in old equipment. • Schedule preventive maintenance work to be performed by contract vendors • Assist the team with inputting time and repair codes into SAP. • Monitor SAP work orders and reports, billing and invoices. • Work with the Plant Maintenance coordinator to ensure that proper and correct information is on SAP workorders. • Oversee preventive maintenance to ensure that it follows guidelines. • Assist the equipment manager with entry of monthly meter readings from State Fleet Management into CARS computer software systems. • Assist in conducting monthly safety and general information meetings with shop personnel. • Participate as a member of the Maintenance Leadership Team in meetings • Other duties as assigned. Work Environment: • Work schedule will be Monday through Friday 8:00-4:30 • Occasional travel required during work hoursfor meetings and training • Occasional overnight travel 1-3 times a year throughout Colorado • Required to operate CDOT vehicles in order to test drive equipment • Must be physically and able to work in all weather conditions, extreme temperatures and varying altitudes on the side of the road or in theshop • Exposure to non-weather related hot and cold temperatures • Exerts more than 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force regularly to move objects • Required to bend, kneel, climb in/out of trucks when maintaining and repairing equipment • Must be able to read, understand, follow, and give oral and written instructions. • May be required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for long periods of time – hot and cold • Exposure to fumes, odors, gases, dusts, etc. that may affect breathing, eyes and skin • Must be able to hear and communicate via cell phone and state radio torelay information and respond to field calls • Required to use computers to accomplish everyday work duties Experience Only: • At least 7 years of full-time professional experience in automotive AND heavy equipment repair, which included: • At least 3 years of experience in heavy equipment repair/maintenance experience diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment such as 10-ton double axle snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines and/or 15' mower tractors with current proficiency at the journey level. (HEM III level at CDOT or equivalent ) OR Education and Experience: • A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 7 years. • Completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or education from an accredited college or technical school with coursework in automotive and diesel equipment mechanic or heavy equipment mechanic, or another field of study related to the duties of this position will be considered. • Full-time professional experience in automotive AND heavy equipment repair which included heavy equipment repair/maintenance experience diagnosing and repairing heavy diesel equipment such as 10-ton double axle snowplows, tractor-trailers, bulldozers, motor graders, paving machines and/or 15' mower tractors with current proficiency at the journey level (HEM III level at CDOT or equivalent ) will be considered. Please Note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. “See Resume” statements on the application or resumes in lieu of a complete application may not be accepted. Additional information submitted after the closing date of this announcement will not be considered in the review of your application. In addition, part-time work will be prorated. College Transcripts:If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position. Conditions of Employment • Must possess a current, valid regular driver’s license. • Must obtain a CDL Permit within 30 days of hire as a condition of continued employment. As part of obtaining your CDL permit, you must pass the DOT drug test and DOT physical. • Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B with no restriction on air brakes within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment. • Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section. • May be required to pass a controlled substance test (i.e., drug test), and DOT physical through our medical provider. • On-call work (rotating basis as well as subject to call) • Shift work • Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare. • May be required to live within thirty (30) minutes' driving time in normal weather conditions to be able to respond in a timely manner after being notified to report to work. Knowledge of an emergency or hazardous condition may be considered to be notification to report to workstation. • CDOT employees are required to take one week of training each year. This training is completed via computer or in our Aurora location. • Must be willing to respond to emergencies outside regular work hours and work overtime including weekends and holidays. • Must provide the supervisor with a telephone number where you can be reached for the purposes of responding to an emergency. Preferred Qualifications The Exceptional Applicant will be an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic with proven ability and accomplishment in the following: • Demonstrated success with the duties as listed in the Description of the Job section; • Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position; • Highest work/personal ethics and integrity; • Extensive experience with troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of automotive and heavy duty diesel vehicles and equipment, up to 10 tons; • Extensive experience diagnosing and repairing various equipment including street sweepers, front end loaders, motor graders, single and tandem trucks with add on attachments and systems including plows, wings, sanders, electronic controlled hydraulic systems and liquid de-icing systems; • Possesses Medium/Heavy truckASE Certificationsin Diesel Engine, Drive Trains, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating, Ventilation andA/C • Comprehensive knowledge and experience with diagnosing and troubleshooting brake systems, gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, ignition systems and fuel systems • Experience using precision tools with tolerances down to 10 thousands of an inch and accurate torques from 100s of foot lbs. to inch lbs. • Excellent leadership and supervisory skills; • Ability to teach and mentor employees to successfully accomplish their job responsibilities; • Experience mentoring, coaching, training, and/or supervising mechanics; • Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment; • Use ofinnovative approacheswhen performing repairs, with considerationfor available resources, budget, time, efficiency, and safety; • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills; • Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem solving ability; • Strong communication skills, both written and oral; • Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy; • Passion for safety; • Self-starter and motivated to accomplish assigned tasks; • Strong positive can-do attitude and customer service skills; • Strong planning, scheduling, organizational, prioritizing time and project management skills; • Flexibility in adapting to changing circumstances, work assignments and environments; • Conscientious, organized,and reliable in maintaining the shop and completing duties. • Working effectively in both independent and team situations; • Knowledge and experience using computers for vehicle diagnosing, data input, record keeping and email including MS Word, Gmail and Google Applications,SAP, and the ability to quickly learn new software. Applicant Checklist Complete Applications must include the following documents: • A complete CDOT Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement) • A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.) • If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. • If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application. Please note that you may redact information on your attachments that identifies your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Only complete applications submitted by the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Every effort must be made to submit all application materials by the announcement close date. Where unusual circumstances prevent timely acquisition of transcripts, they must be submitted within five business days of the announcement close date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. Notifications: All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be viaemail. Include your current workingemailaddress on your application and check your email frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up youremailto accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that youremailwill accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filteredemail.Immediately after you submit your application you should receive an email that confirms that you successfully submitted an application for this position. If you do not, try submitting again until you receive the confirmation email. Be sure to also check your junk folder for email communications from the State of Colorado's website. The Hiring Process: • All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step. • Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. • Part, or all, of thecomparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications. • Be sure your application materials specifically address your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the Major Duties, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications sections as listed above. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the deadline for application may result in your application not being accepted for this position and may affect your inclusion as a qualified candidate in any step of the selection process and placement on the eligible list. • A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager. Transfer, Non-Disciplinary Demotion or Reinstatement If you believe that you are eligible to be considered as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement to this vacancy, you must submit a completed application following the directions in this job announcement and you will be included in the selection process along with other qualified applicants. If you are the finalist for this position after the selection process, Human Resources will confirm your eligibility to be appointed as a transfer, non-disciplinary demotion, or reinstatement applicant. Employment Screening If an applicant reaches the finalist stage of the hiring process, the Colorado Department of Transportation may procure a consumer report and/or investigative consumer report on the applicant in connection with his/her application for employment purposes, as defined under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. These reports may be obtained at any time after receipt of the applicant's authorization. As part of the employment screening an applicant will be requested to disclose any deferred judgments and convictions as well as an explanation of the circumstances around any arrest or conviction. In the event that a screening returns information that the applicant believes is not accurate, he or she will have an opportunity to dispute the information with “Info Cubic.”Info Cubic, a consumer reporting agency, will obtain the report for CDOT. Further information regarding Info Cubic, a Division of Orange Tree, including its privacy policy, may be found online atwww.InfoCubic.comandwww.OrangeTreeScreening.com. Info Cubic is located at 7275 Ohms Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55439. The report may contain information bearing on the applicant's character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living. The information that may be included in the report includessocial security number trace, criminal records check, public court records checks, educational records, and driving records checks. CDOTwill only request credit reports insofar as they relate to the position for which the applicant is applying. The information contained in the report will be obtained from private and/or public record sources. The applicant will have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time after receipt of a notice, to request disclosure of the nature and scope of any investigative consumer report. 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. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive 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. Discrimination and/or harassment against any person is prohibited because of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or any other protected class recognized under the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA). This applies to all employment decisions. ADAAA Accommodations CDOT is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or 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 Emily Harp at emily.harp@state.co.usor call 303-757-9738. Former State Employees Former employees of the Colorado Department of Transportation System or any other State of Colorado Department or Agency, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information on his/her application. 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See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Alamosa, CO, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with theoretical education, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 90 mechanical trade professionals in Alamosa, with wages averaging around $108.50 per week. Trade schools, local unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with the potential to earn over $5,647 annually for experienced mechanical trade workers.
