Structural Trades II - Building Maintenance (OPEN TO CURRENT CSM EMPLOYEES ONLY)

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
• Free access to Mines varsity sporting events for you and 3 guests!

Are you a skilled trades professional who enjoys working with your hands, solving problems, and seeing the impact of your work every day? We are seeking a Structural Trades II team member to help maintain and improve campus facilities through a combination of building maintenance, preventative maintenance, and welding/fabrication work.

This position offers a diverse workload, a collaborative team environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth within the Structural Trades department and other skilled trades areas. If you take pride in craftsmanship, customer service, and accountability, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Structural Trades II employee, you will perform a wide variety of maintenance, repair, and renovation activities across campus facilities. The majority of your time will be dedicated to completing work orders and preventative maintenance tasks that keep buildings safe, functional, and visually appealing for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

You will work both independently and as part of a team while partnering closely with supervisors, building occupants, and fellow trades professionals to deliver quality results with minimal disruption to campus operations.

What You'll Do

Building Maintenance & Preventative Maintenance (80%)

Perform preventative maintenance and repair work on campus buildings and facilities, including:

• Drywall repair, installation, finishing, and texturing
• Interior and exterior painting
• Flooring repair and replacement, including carpet, ceramic tile, vinyl tile, stair treads, and cove base
• Door repairs, adjustments, and hardware installation
• Basic carpentry and facility repair projects
• Hanging boards, artwork, and fixtures
• Exterior building repairs, including roofing, siding, gutters, and concrete work
• Inspection, troubleshooting, and correction of facility issues before they become larger problems
• Completion of assigned work orders while maintaining excellent customer service

Welding & Fabrication (10%)

• Perform maintenance welding using MIG, TIG, ARC, and gas welding processes
• Repair components made from steel, steel alloys, and non-ferrous metals
• Fabricate replacement parts and components as needed
• Select appropriate welding methods, materials, and equipment settings
• Safely complete welding projects while minimizing disruption to campus operations

Snow Removal & Other Duties (5%)

• Assist with campus snow removal efforts
• Hand shovel sidewalks and walkways
• Operate snow blowers and other assigned equipment
• Apply ice melt safely and effectively
• Support additional departmental needs as assigned

Work Order Documentation & Accountability (5%)

• Accurately track labor hours and materials used
• Document completed work in the computerized maintenance management system
• Update work order records and preventative maintenance activities
• Utilize email and other computer systems for communication and workflow management

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time employment
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects
• Career growth opportunities within Structural Trades and other skilled trades areas
• Meaningful work that directly impacts the campus community
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you're a skilled trades professional who enjoys solving problems, working with a great team, and maintaining facilities that serve an entire campus community, we encourage you to apply.

Please Note:This position reports to campus Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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:

D6D2XX  Structural Trades II

Minimum Qualifications:  
 
Experience Only:

Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, which included (experience must be clearly documented in the "Work History" section of your application):

• Experience in building maintenance, structural trades, or related skilled trades work

• Working knowledge of construction materials, tools, and repair techniques

• Experience performing repairs involving drywall, painting, flooring, doors, carpentry, or building exteriors

• Ability to perform welding and basic fabrication work

• Basic computer skills, including email and work order management systems

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple assignments

• Commitment to workplace safety and quality workmanship

• 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 four (4) years (Transcripts must be attached for educational credit). 

Soft Skills for Success

• Integrity
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Professional communication
• Customer service mindset
• Accountability and reliability
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong interpersonal skills

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Background check
• Pre-employment physical
• Pre-employment drug screen
• Motor Vehicle Record check

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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: [email protected]. 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.

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.