CDOC Only/General Maintenance-Mechanical Captain CSLTS III (Canon City)
State of Colorado
·Yesterday
- Salary
- $6k – $9k/mo
- Location
- Canon City, CO, CO
- Department
- Engineering
- Education
- Certification
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits.
Medical and dental health plans
Short and long term disability coverage
Paid life insurance
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.
Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits. for more information.
This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.
This posting may be used to fill future vacancies in Canon City, CO.
This Correctional Support Licensed Trades Supervisor III (CSLTS III) is the Mechanical Trades Captain for the Fremont Correctional Facility (FCF); a Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) prison facility in Canon City, CO. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: ensuring the safety and security of the general public, staff and inmates; ensuring efficient and effective boiler plant/HVAC operations and supervising assigned staff. This position promotes the CDOC Mission and Vision with integrity and commitment.Safety and Security - This position participates in the development of security policies and ensures operations and individuals under supervision comply with established key, tool, contraband and chemical controls, as well as inmate management procedures; participates in searches, inmate escorts and transportation, inspections and may be required to physically restrain an inmate, as needed.
Position is subject to facility call back and/or working additional hours or shifts to maintain safety and security; and may be required to act as facility duty officer, the Warden's representative providing first administrative response to emergencies.
Supervision - Position provides supervision of employees who are supervising inmate work crews; promotes high level of performance by developing standards and procedures in alignment with security, plant operations and agency mission and vision. Position coaches and mentors staff, promoting retention by focusing on professionalism, teamwork, individual and unit accountability, clear communication of goals and expectations and efficient operations.
Participates in hiring process by interviewing candidates and making recommendations; monitors and documents staff performance and skills, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for training and development. Prepares performance plans, conducts performance evaluations and ensures assigned staff complete mandatory annual training. Position assigns work, creates schedules, monitors employee time and completes payroll documentation.
Position ensures safe work place practices, and the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Position may provide supervisory duties for additional staff or inmate crews in the absence of another supervisor; and may provide leadership for entire physical plant operations, during absence of Physical Plant Manager.
Operations - The FCF Central Boiler Plant/HVAC systems is a 24 hour a day, 7 days per week operation that includes high pressure steam boilers, chillers, generators and delivery systems, requiring regular monitoring, record keeping and mandatory annual inspection and certification by the State of Colorado. This position monitors and operates Building Automatic System (BAS) and other computer/microprocessor based systems such as electronic work order programs.
The Mechanical Trades Supervisor ensures optimal plant operations by providing direct supervision of assigned plant operator staff, as well as providing direct involvement in operations, technical tasks, special projects/programs and administrative functions. Using intrinsic knowledge, research on current and innovative industry standards, clear delegation of duties, consultation with others and thoughtful planning, position ensures implementation of best methods and strategies to accomplish safe, compliant operations.
Position ensures safe, compliant and efficient boiler plant operations as well as additional operations throughout the facility to include HVAC Control Systems. Staff being supervised in these areas may be boiler operators and HVAC specialists who are monitoring and repairing a variety of systems, such as exhaust fans and air handlers.
Position ensures prompt, accurate tracking of work orders and maintenance deficiencies, as well as work progress, quality and schedules; reporting, justifying and monitoring with signature authority, assigned operating budget.
Ensure that the ''Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date for compensation purposes.
Minimum Qualifications:
License: Stationary Engineer License* or a Class II license from the American Society of Power of Engineers, Inc.
OR
EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification (Type I, II and III)*
*You must attach a copy of your Stationary Engineer License OR Universal Refrigerant certificate to your application.
Experience: Six (6) years of employment experience in mechanical trades (such as HVAC and/or boiler operations); two (2) of the six (6) years must include supervision of physical plant personnel, making decisions that effect the pay, status, or tenure of subordinate staff.
Substitutions:
Successful completion of a formalized apprenticeship program or degree through an accredited, non- correspondence vocational or trade school that resulted in demonstrated competencies equivalent to those learned through the required experience may substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Please attach transcripts if you are using this substitution. Transcripts must include the name of the institution, your student ID #, and a listing of the course curriculum.
Required Competencies:
- Proficiency in mechanical trades operations and associated supporting equipment and systems
- Proficiency in supervision of physical plant personnel, operations and maintenance
- Ability to plan and ensure effective implementation of best methods and strategies to accomplish safe, compliant operations at optimal efficiency
- Sense of pride in work and a strong desire to effectively communicate with and supervise staff and inmates in a highly regulated environment while ensuring uninterrupted operations in assigned areas of responsibility
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to coach and mentor assigned staff to promote retention by focusing on professionalism, teamwork, individual and unit accountability, clear communication of goals and expectations and effective and efficient operations
- Strong work ethic, integrity and dependability
- Computer literacy and ability to navigate electronic work order programs
- Willingness and ability to quickly respond to emergency situations (such as fights, fires, escapes)
- Willingness and ability to use physical force to control a situation
- Ability to maintain security, visually observe and monitor inmates whereabouts and maintain an accurate count in work sites, and assigned areas.
- Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
- Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift.
- Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
- Ability to read and comprehend the English language
- Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
- Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
Please note that any work experience less than full time will be prorated.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, online assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.
Be sure the “Work Experience” section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and “see resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of the “Work Experience” section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.
Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.
Please note that while this change in role may constitute a promotion in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual’s current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.
If you have transcripts, a license, or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.
If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.
Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.
In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process.
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 first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.
**You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records**
Conditions of Employment: Per 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not promote anyone who may have contact with a resident who has engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph; The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to promote anyone who may have contact with inmates or residents.
(For promotional announcements only): Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.
Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.
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.
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Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: [email protected]. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Liz Ramos, at [email protected].
SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.
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. 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.
The Colorado Department of Corrections 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 any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application 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 Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange, at [email protected] or call 719-728-0270.
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