Posting Detail Information Working TitleUtility Plant Operator I Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523 Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Type of PositionFull-time Classification TitleUtility Plant Oper I Posting Number202400179P Position TypeState Classified Open Date Close Date03/24/2025 Salary$4,809 -$5,290 Monthly Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-sc.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! State Classified HourlyNo Description of Work Unit The Utility Services work unit exists to provide, manage, operate, and maintain utility service for the University. Utilities managed by this work unit include: electric, domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm water, natural gas, steam, chilled water, and distributed heating and cooling generation. Unit activities also include master planning for utilities, design review, utility construction inspection, customer allocation, forecasting, billing, support through relevant expertise of other Facilities Management work units, and liaison with utility providers. Position Summary The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain the main campus district cooling and heating plants, conduct repairs and replacements as needed, and coordinate with the Utility Plant Supervisor and Lead Operator for any system modification and controlled maintenance needs. Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials: Experience Only: Four (4) years of utility plant operations experience related to the work assigned. (Maintain the main cooling and heating plants, conduct repairs and replacements as needed) OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in utility plant operations experience related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years. (maintain cooling and heating plants, conduct repairs and replacements as needed) * If applying per meeting theeducation and experienceminimum qualifications, an unofficial transcript must be attached at the time of application. Substitutions Preferred Qualifications The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position: + Directly related state service experience + Experience maintaining and repairing steam boilers + Experience maintaining and repairing centrifugal chillers + Ability to observe, define problem areas, identify causes, test, and repair and or replace faulty boiler and chiller components + Ability to maintain a boiler and chill water treatment program Essential Job Duties Job Duty CategoryBoiler Operation and Maintenance Program Duty/Responsibility Responsible for safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of the district heating utilities and the distributive steam and hot water boilers. Equipment responsibilities include but not limited to – boilers, water softeners, DA feed tanks, pumps, pressure reducing valve’s, boiler primary fire control systems, forced and induced draft blowers, air compressors, diesel and steam driven generators, valves and piping systems, electrical switchgear, controllers, transmitter, positioners and flow devices. Identifying, planning and scheduling – major repairs, breakdown, planned and corrective maintenance; calibrating; supervision of contractors in the installation of new equipment; Assist with material selection and procurement, coordination of projects, project inspections and design review. Operations – monitor and adjust temperatures, pressures, levels, flows, firing conditions; collecting and analyzing data; maintaining records and log; fuel handling and off-loading; analytical chemical testing and adjustments Percentage Of Time70% Job Duty CategoryChiller Operation and Maintenance Program Duty/Responsibility Responsible for safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of the district cooling utilities and the distributive comfort cooling chillers. Equipment responsibilities include but not limited to – chillers, cooling towers, pumps, pressure reducing valve’s, air compressors, valves and piping systems, electrical switchgear, controllers, transmitters, positioners and flow devices. Identifying, planning and scheduling – major repairs, breakdown, planned and corrective maintenance; calibrating; supervision of contractors in the installation of new equipment; Assist with material selection and procurement, coordination of projects, project inspections and design review. Operations – monitor and adjust temperatures, pressures, levels, flows, loading conditions; collecting and analyzing data; maintaining records and logs; analytical chemical testing and adjustments. Percentage Of Time20% Job Duty CategoryChemical Treatment Program Duty/Responsibility Responsible for proper operation and maintenance of campus wide water treatment program for steam and hot water boilers; cooling towers; closed loop systems; condensate returns systems. Responsibilities include analysis and treatment of all systems; breakdown, planned and corrective maintenance on chemical feed systems; assist with material procurement and analysis of treatment program. Training of new personnel in this area. Percentage Of Time5% Job Duty CategoryOther Duties as Assigned Duty/Responsibility Support the Utility Plant Supervisor, the Lead Operator, and the Utility Services Manager as needed with short-term projects and assignments Percentage Of Time5% Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION + Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in theWork Experiencesection on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. + Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in theWork Experiencesection of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. + TheWork Experienceis the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met.The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements. + Applicants may redact information from this initial application that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS + If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. + An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in theWork Experiencesection of the Application. + An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in theWork Experiencesection of the Application. + Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES + When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. + Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. + Please see theRequired Documentssection of the posting. NOTES + Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. + The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) whichrequirecandidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense. + Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account athttps://jobs.colostate.edu + All status updates for this position will be sent via email fromhuman.resources@colostate.edu,hr_ta@colostate.edu, OR the TA Team Member facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO : + Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30.All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. Department Contact Information Human Resources – Talent Acquisition Team, athr_ta@colostate.eduor call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). Please check the Help link online athttps://jobs.colostate.edu/help/for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office atHR_Service_Center@colostate.eduor (970) 491- MyHR(6947). Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License - Regular , Essential Services Designation, Shift Work - Plant operations is a 24 hour 365 days I year function, On-call Status - Fill in on shift and plant emergencies EEO Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. Employment and Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. 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 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: 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. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check that may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire? + Yes + No + * This position requires applicants to possess and maintain a current and valid driver's license. Do you possess a current and valid driver's license? + Yes + No + * Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather, without delay or interruption, to provide essential or emergency services to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the campus community? + Yes + No + * Are you willing and able to maintain availability for on-call status and shift work as needed? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter Optional Documents + Unofficial Transcripts