Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker I (Apprentice Level)

Posting number: HAA-50002509-08/26

Department: Department of Transportation

Division: CDOT Region 1

Job classification: Pipe/Mechanical Trades I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Transportation, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance

Summary

Base pay for this position is typically between $1975.39-$2171.93/biweekly ($51,360-$56,484/annually). There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year. This location is also eligible for an additional$2000/month housing stipend, resulting in total pay of $75,360-$80,484/annually. The minimum annualized hourly rate for this position is $24.70/hour (corresponding to $1975.39/biweekly). 

In addition, a 20% shift differential will be paid for weekend shifts (anytime between 4:00pm Friday through 6:00am Monday) and a 14% shift differential will be paid when half or more of the scheduled hours fall between 11:00pm and 6:00am Monday through Friday.

There is the option of living in CDOT-owned housing in Frisco, subject to unit availability. 

• Studio - $1,585 per month
• 1-Bedroom - $1,695 per month
• 2-Bedroom - $2,035 per month

About CDOT 

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development. Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

Examples of duties

About the Work Unit

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is responsible for operating and maintaining the Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel (EJMT), which traverses the Continental Divide, with Clear Creek County on the east and Summit County on the west. The Special Crew Unit maintains and repairs the tunnel facility’s electrical and mechanical equipment, consisting of a complex 25,000 volt electrical system, two 500kw generators, circuit breakers, contactors, relays, overloads, meters, regulating equipment, high voltage transformers, high voltage switchgear and related control systems, and complex lighting systems. The unit also services and repairs the 56 dual speed motors, ranging from 12.5 to 600 HP and 28 ventilation fans with an air flow capacity of 500,000 CFM, as well as starters, control relays, bearings, alignment of fan and motor shafts, adjustment of fan dampers, correct phasing, and meggar testing. 

The Special Crew Unit responds to emergencies including, but not limited to, stalled vehicles, accidents, fires, power outages, and medical assists; assists with Continuous Flow Metering (CFM); and takes snow removal shifts as plow drivers and traffic control during Avalanche missions.
 
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