Electrician (Journeyman) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4807648) Apply  Electrician (Journeyman) Salary $60,600.00 - $84,840.00 Annually Location Lakewood, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number RAA EDO #613 Elect 1/2025 Department Department of Public Safety Division Executive Director's Office Opening Date 01/28/2025 Closing Date 2/12/2025 5:00 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address ADDRESS FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Laura Apodaca, 720-241-4657, laura.apodaca@state.co.us Salary Note Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information This position is open only to current Colorado state residents. A n eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months. Our Mission -Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado Our Core Values – Unity, Honor, Service CDPS commits to cultivating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We ensure that we recruit, retain, and promote engaged employees. Our approach to diversity is simple - it's about embracing everyone! We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex, not an initiative. Our strength is our promise to be inclusive with intentional strategies to welcome and uplift our employees to thrive - while building a more equitable workplace. CDPS is an equal opportunity employer. See our CDPS 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mhirfXA6CeujGdFetbkPOC78t2GASFdw/view?usp=drive\_link) Why Do I Love My Job at CDPS At CDPS we nurture a centric culture driven by our commitment of creating a safer Colorado, an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their own authentic self. We model a culture of collaboration, support and growth to our employees. Our culture has public service focus, and we strive to provide innovative solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans! Careers with a purpose: If you are passionate about public safety service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, this is the organization you want to join! We are committed to providing public safety services to our fellow Coloradans in their times of greater needs such as: safety on our roads, preparing and mitigating environmental disasters, disaster recovery, combating crime, school safety, and victim recovery. You’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career while making a difference in our community! When you join CDPS, you are joining a team of exceptional individuals and together you will be inspired, motivated and supported to become the best you can be. Unmatched Benefits: We highly value work life balance and offer excellent work-life programs, training and enriching professional development opportunities and a wide range of benefits. + Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts. + State contribution into Health Savings Account when enrolled in HDHP. + Job protected medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) (https://famli.colorado.gov/) . + Paid medical leave benefits provided by the State of Colorado. + Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role. + We offer unmatched retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA (https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates) for details. + CDPS provides generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave) and annual wellness days. + The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services. + Additional benefits offered include tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University. + Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) membership eligibility. To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits) . Description of Job About the Work Unit The Executive Director's Office (EDO) is the backbone of the Colorado Department of Public Safety, providing effective administrative and management services to the Department's operating divisions. The EDO includes the following: + The Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director – Oversees strategic direction and operations for the department. + Administrative Services Office - Provides division and department-level administrative and support functions encompassing accounting, purchasing and contracts, budget, logistics services (fleet, warehousing, material management and fabrication) and property services (property management, leasing, facilities maintenance, construction project management and insurance programs) to support the operations and programs of CDPS divisions. + Human Resources Office - Supports recruitment, hiring, evaluation, benefits management, personnel actions, payroll and all other human resources functions. + Compliance Office – Manages Departmental Policy, Risk Management, Workers Compensation Program, Workplace Investigations, Internal Auditing, Rulemaking, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements and the State’s LESO 1033/1122 programs. + Colorado Integrated Criminal Justice Information Systems – develops cost-effective information sharing services to provide access for criminal justice agencies while maintaining information security. CICJIS is a collaborative program designed to facilitate information sharing at key decision points in the criminal justice process. There are five participating CICJIS agencies: the Department of Corrections, Judicial, the Colorado District Attorney’s Council, the Division of Youth Corrections, and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. + Office of School Safety – assists local schools and communities to create safe and positive school climates for pre-k through higher education schools in Colorado. The Administrative Services Office provides internal administrative support to the Divisions within CDPS and include the following sections: + Chief Administrative Officer’s office + Accounting Services and Commercial Cards led by the Controller (Controller III) + Budget and Policy led by the Budget Director (Management) + Purchasing and Contracts by the Purchasing Director (Purchasing Agent VII) + Logistics Services Section led by the Logistics Director (Program Manager III) + Property Services Section led by the Property Services Director (Program Manager III) The Property Services Section (PSS) is the department’s subject matter experts on real property*, property management, facilities maintenance, insurance, construction, leasing and environmental matters. This section provides centralized support to all functional and administrative needs for department facilities through three functional units with specific programmatic focuses: + Facilities Maintenance Branch (FMB). This branch contains structural repair and skilled trades technicians who maintain, repair and update our department facilities to ensure operational readiness of the facilities and site conditions which facilitate the mission requirements of the building’s occupants. The work unit provides for a safe, high-quality physical work environment by maintaining buildings and grounds in compliance with acceptable professional standards. + Property Management Branch (PMB). This branch conducts property leasing, property or campus management (includes the Kipling Campus), real estate acquisitions, property and contents insurance and environmental reporting for the Greening Government and Executive Order related programs (EnergyCAP, annual reports, etc). + Capital Development and Planning Branch (CDPB). This branch conducts program driven construction and major renovation or maintenance driven projects arising out of an agency/institution’s need to create, expand, or alter a program due to growth, advances in technology or changes in methods or program delivery, or the deterioration of a facility’s physical and functional condition, including site and infrastructure, and the ability to comply with current building and life safety codes and various certifications and standards. This branch receives project requests, plans, develops, and manages Capital Construction projects for all CDPS owned facilities. In coordination with the Property Services Director, the Office of the State Architect (OSA) and CDPS divisions, plans, requests and manages Controlled Maintenance projects for all CDPS owned facilities. CDPB is responsible for the development and maintenance of the CDPS Operational and Facilities Master Plans and develops Facility Program Plans and capital request submissions pursuant to the Statewide Planning Framework process implemented by the OSA. The CDPB, and personnel assigned to this organization, serves as a delegated extension of the Office of the State Architect ensuring CDPS can adequately maintain infrastructure and develop or modernize facilities to meet programmatic requirements while operating under State rules, regulations, processes and fiscal guidelines. Work Environment 100% In-person position Work unit core business hours, Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm. About the Job The purpose of this position is to perform and review the electrical work required for the daily operation of department facilities. This includes all work done by in-house trades personnel, contractors and vendors. This position provides the electrical code compliance required in the construction, maintenance and repair of department facilities. This role provides for a safe, secure and quality physical environment while incorporating the agency’s mission and goals by providing facilities maintenance services including, new construction, remodel, preventative maintenance, systems and equipment evaluation and state buildings electrical code compliance. Key Responsibilities Facilities Electrical Operations, Maintenance and Repair This position is the full-operating level capable Electrician responsible for maintaining, repairing and updating our department facilities electrical systems and fixtures to ensure operational readiness of the facilities and site conditions which facilitate the mission requirements of the building’s occupants. Duties include: + Installs, maintains, and repairs a wide range of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with the current NEC and state approved building codes. + Troubleshoots and resolves electrical issues quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime and ensures operational continuity. + Responds to urgent electrical problems and implements solutions in a timely manner, often under pressure. + Performs preventive maintenance and inspections on electrical systems to identify and address potential problems proactively. + Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to complete projects accurately. + Maintains accurate records of work performed, materials used, and time spent on projects. + Adheres to all safety regulations and maintains a clean and organized work area. + Collaborates with other trades professionals and department personnel as needed. + Responds to emergency repair calls for critical electrical issues that cannot wait until normal business hours. This could include power outages, equipment malfunctions, or safety hazards. + Troubleshoot and resolve urgent problems: Quickly diagnose and repair electrical problems to minimize downtime and ensure the continued operation of essential law enforcement functions. Project Work Project Planning and Design: + Reviews Plans: Examines blueprints, schematics, and project specifications to understand the electrical requirements of the project. + Code Compliance: Ensures that the electrical design complies with all relevant codes and safety standards (NEC, state codes, etc.). + Material Selection: Determines the type and quantity of electrical materials needed for the project, such as wiring, conduit, boxes, fixtures, and devices. + Estimates Costs: Provides accurate cost estimates for labor and materials to assist in project budgeting. Installation and Implementation: + Rough-in Wiring: Installs electrical wiring, conduit, and boxes in walls, ceilings, and floors during the initial construction phase. + Installs Fixtures and Devices: Mounts and connects lighting fixtures, switches, outlets, and other electrical devices. + Panel Upgrades: Upgrades or modifies electrical panels to accommodate new circuits and loads. + Testing and Inspection: Thoroughly tests all electrical installations to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance. Specialized Systems: + Security Systems: Installs or upgrades security systems, including surveillance cameras, access control systems, and alarm systems. + Communication Systems: Installs wiring and connections for communication systems, such as intercoms, telephones, and data networks. + Emergency Systems: Installs and maintains emergency lighting, backup power systems, and fire alarm systems. Collaboration and Coordination: + Works with Other Trades: Collaborates with other tradespeople, such as carpenters, plumbers, and HVAC technicians, to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with other building components + Communicates with Project Managers: Provides regular updates on project progress, addresses any challenges or concerns, and ensures timely completion of electrical work. Building Inspections, Condition Audits and Consulting + Conducts Regular Inspections: + Performs routine inspections of electrical systems in all buildings and facilities within the law enforcement organization. + Inspects electrical panels, wiring, lighting fixtures, outlets, and other electrical components for signs of damage, wear, or code violations. + Documents findings and creates reports detailing any deficiencies or safety hazards. + Performs Condition Audits: + Assesses the overall condition of electrical systems and equipment to determine their remaining useful life and identify potential maintenance needs. + Evaluates the efficiency of electrical systems and recommends upgrades or improvements to optimize energy consumption and reduce costs. + Reviews electrical plans and specifications to ensure compliance with current codes and standards. + Identifies and Reports Deficiencies: + Clearly documents any identified deficiencies, including code violations, safety hazards, and potential risks. + Prioritizes deficiencies based on severity and urgency. + Communicates findings to relevant personnel, such as supervisors, facility managers, or law enforcement officials. + Recommends Corrective Actions: + Develops and recommends appropriate corrective actions to address identified deficiencies. + Provides cost estimates and timelines for repairs or upgrades. + Collaborates with other trades professionals to develop comprehensive solutions. + Maintains Records: + Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of all inspections, audits, and corrective actions taken. + Ensures compliance with record-keeping requirements and regulations. + Inspects security systems, including surveillance cameras, alarms, and access control systems. + Evaluates emergency lighting and backup power systems to ensure reliability during critical incidents. + Audits energy consumption in facilities, evidence storage areas, and other high-security zones. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS + Applicants must possess current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board. Preferred Qualifications and Competencies The following additional experience, competencies and abilities are highly desirable for this position and may be considered in selecting the successful candidate: + Demonstrated experience in repairing, maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems, including electrical distribution and security systems and electrical preventative maintenance; fire alarms and other automation controls and systems. + Demonstrated experience in reviewing and documenting audits and inspections of electrical projects. + Demonstrated knowledge of proper procedures in the handling, care and response to exposure to hazardous materials. + Demonstrated knowledge of NEC - National Electrical Code + Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA - National Fire Protection Association 110- Emergency Power. + Demonstrated knowledge of NFPA - National Fire Protection Association – 101. + Demonstrated ability to read and understand sketches, shop drawings and complex blueprints. + Excellent skills and abilities in oral and written communication; the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand, and ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. + Strong ability to prioritize work assignments appropriately and accomplish tasks within established timeframes. + Excellent customer service skills; anticipates and understands customer needs and expectations; takes action appropriately; understands the impact of decisions on customers. Conditions of Employment + A full pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDPS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges. + Must be willing to submit and pass a full background check. + Must possess and maintain current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board throughout employment in this position.. + Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license. + Travel – This position will be required to drive State Vehicles as part of daily work assignment from site to site equipped with tools and equipment to perform daily duties. May be required to travel to training and meetings. + Must be available for call back to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay and/or without interruption.. + Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials – Explain: Proximity to moving, mechanical parts, Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Exposure to electrical shock, and or working in highly exposed places. Use of cleaners, detergents and other chemicals. + Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDPS. + Must be Colorado resident at the time of application 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 Information Are you in need of an accommodation? 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 Human Resources atcdps_hr@state.co.us. Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement 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. Colorado Department of Public Safety 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 Human Resources department at cdps_hr@state.co.us. Recruitment Timeline Information and Important Notices + Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional informationmay not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received. + Closing Date: All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process. + Supplemental Question: Effective responses to Supplemental Questions will directly relate to your professional experience, career accomplishments, and views about organizational values and approaches, and how they relate specifically to this position and requirements as you understand them. Answers generated by AI-tools will typically be unresponsive. + Transcripts: An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application should education be used as qualification. 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. + Military Veterans:If you are a military veteran you must submit a copy of your DD-214, Member 4 Copy, and VA disability letter if available/applicable at the time of application so we can determine if you are eligible for veteran's preference points. Military personnel who are stationed outside of Colorado may be eligible for this position by submitting the completed DD-2058 "State of Legal Residence" form. + Application Tips: For an overview of State of Colorado application process and application tips, please view thisvideo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUwZiY6G24U&feature=emb\_logo) . + Resumes, Cover Letters,or other documents submitted: willnot be reviewed, assessed, or used in the initial stages of the comparative analysis (transcripts submitted to verify that the applicant meets either the education requirement or minimum qualification substitution are exempt from this). + Notifications All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be sent via email to theemail address listed on your application. Include your current working email address on your application and check the email provided on your application frequently as you could receive time sensitive correspondence regarding this position. We highly recommend that you set up your email to accept messages from " state.co.us " and " info@governmentjobs.com " addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email. + Comparative Analysis Stepsmayinclude: + Structured application review by a panel of SMEs The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 Do you possess a current, valid licensure as a journeyman electrician from the Colorado Electrical Board? If yes, attach a copy to this job application. + Yes + No 02 Please list your Journeyman Electrician License Number. 03 Briefly describe your experience in electrical maintenance repair and design in a large campus, commercial environment or other environment related to the work assignment. 04 Describe your experience with electrical preventative maintenance. 05 Do you possess a current, valid Colorado Driver's License? + Yes + No 06 I understand that employees of the Colorado Department of Public Safety contribute to the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) retirement benefit plan and do not contribute to Social Security. + Yes, I understand that + No 07 If you are a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please list your Employee Identification Number (EID), dates of employment, and classifications for all State of Colorado Departments or institutes of Higher Education for which you have worked. Your EID begins with 997 and is nine digits long. Please do not enter your Social Security Number. If you are not a current or previous State of Colorado employee, please state "N/A". Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email