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Preventative Maintenance Shop Mechanic

**Requisition Number:** 65104

**Location:** Boulder Colorado

**Employment Type:** Classified Staff

**Schedule:** Full Time

**Posting Close Date:** 22-Jun-2025

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Job Summary

CU Boulder encourages applications for a Preventative Maintenance Shop Mechanic! This position functions as an individual contributor within the Preventive Maintenance Shop performing inspections, minor repairs and preventive maintenance procedures on HVAC equipment, mechanical equipment and electrical rotating equipment.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

**Facilities Management** is responsible for the overall physical development and maintenance of the campus. The mission of the department is to provide a safe physical environment that promotes the advancement and transfer of knowledge.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

_Mechanical/Electrical Component Maintenance:_

+ Performs preventive maintenance and inspection procedures (PMs) on mechanical equipment as directed by the PM Shop supervisor. These PMs are specific to each individual component including air compressors, air filters, chillers, cooling towers, condensers, cold rooms, coils, vacuum pumps, hydronic pumps, rotating equipment, furnaces, evaporative coolers and air conditioning units. This also includes seasonal startup/shut down of related equipment and minor repairs of all components and related attributes. Follow all safety protocols including all environmental hazards safety procedures, the use of personal protective equipment, the lock-out/tag out policy and the confined space policy.

_Building Inspections & Audits:_

+ Perform building surveys, compile information and documentation for mechanical systems; in both existing and newly acquired buildings on campus, which may include reviewing prints and specifications for projects and performing inspections as needed. Examples are deferred maintenance audits, information gathering for the formulation of preventive maintenance checks or routes, survey information such as condensers or coils, or the restructuring of existing PMs to meet the needs of the shop. May use Microsoft excel to organize the information and then store it on the shared server.

_Paperwork, scheduling, and miscellaneous:_

+ At the end of each day, close out all work orders and schedule work for the following day. When closing work orders, include closing comments and ensure repair work orders are created. Complete material issues requests and purchase request to procure material needed. As an essential services employee the position is responsible to respond to other duties as assigned on an as needed basis. With all duties, the role is required to drive a University vehicle to carry tools and materials. Notify supervisor or lead worker of safety incidents, near misses and potential hazards. Maintain safe work practices, participate in department safety meetings and complete all assigned trainings.

What You Should Know

+ This role is eligible for our Facilities Management Employee Referral Program .

+ This in-person position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday - Friday from 6:00 am - 2:30 pm.

What We Can Offer

+ The annual salary rate for this position is $58,740.

+ If you have prior state-classified experience in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/compensation/step-pay-program-for-state-of-colorado-employees) implemented on July 1, 2024.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .

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What We Require

+ Two years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position. A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience equal to two (2) years.

+ Must be a Colorado resident to apply.

+ Must have a valid Colorado driver's license.

What You Will Need

+ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

+ Excellent problem-solving skills.

+ Strong customer service skills.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume that includes date ranges for each position held and whether the position was full-time or part-time.

2. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

3. DD-214 for veteran applicants.

4. Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran's preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to [email protected] and reference the job to which you are applying

5. If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by **June 22, 2025** for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs (http://jobs.colorado.edu/) .

Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Preventative-Maintenance-Shop-Mechanic/65104 (https://apptrkr.com/6286033)

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The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.