Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker II; Journeyman Level – Eisenhower Tunnel

Job Title: Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker II (Journeyman Level) – Eisenhower Tunnel

Employer: Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)

Location: Summit County, CO

Salary: $2220-$2441 biweekly (equivalent to $57,708-$63,468 annually). In addition, eligibility for a $2000 per month housing stipend and a 20% shift differential for weekend work.

Job Summary: The Tunnel Facilities Trades Worker II is responsible for performing skilled journeyman electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work on the Eisenhower Johnson Memorial Tunnel’s systems, including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment, ventilation systems, and related controls. The role supports maintenance, repairs, and operational readiness of the tunnel’s complex equipment and responds to emergencies.

• Maintain, install, repair, and adjust building heating systems, including hydronic, forced air, gas‑fired boiler, electrical baseboard, and gas‑fired radiant bay heaters.
• Under direction of the licensed electrician, perform electrical services on equipment within the tunnel structure, including substations, generators, backup controls, transformers, switching equipment, lighting, elevators, heat tape networks, and tunnel lighting systems.
• Maintain, install, repair, and adjust water, sewage, potable water distribution, and fire protection systems, including valves, pumps, filters, chlorinators, hydrants, and heat tape.
• Maintain, install, repair, and adjust 56 dual‑speed motors (12.5–600 hp) and 28 ventilation fans (up to 500 CFM).
• Safely drive and operate a variety of equipment, such as tandem truck, loader, backhoe, grader, sweeper, wrecker, pumper/rescue truck, aerial device, and forklift.
• Respond to tunnel and area vehicle fires using firefighting equipment and PPE.
• Participate in tunnel maintenance projects, assist in inspecting contractor work, and test installed equipment.
• Complete work orders and prepare cost estimates, material lists, and inventory documents.
• Attend safety meetings and training (fire response, hazardous material training).
• Maintain constant awareness of hazards and risks; perform daily safety checks.
• Assist with snow plowing and traffic control during large winter/snow events.
• Other job duties as assigned.

• Experience Only: At least 3 years of experience in one or more of the following: electrical, HVAC, machinist, plumbing, or related trades.
• Education & Experience: A combination of relevant education and experience equal to at least 3 years. Education or formalized apprenticeship in trades will be considered on a year‑by‑year basis. Experience with the above trades will be considered.

• Demonstrated success performing duties listed above.
• Years of state service experience related to the duties.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and desire to learn.
• Comfort with outdoor and physically demanding work.
• Commitment to safety and effective teamwork.
• Excellent communication in safety‑critical situations.
• Adapts efficiently to changing conditions and priorities.
• Experience operating equipment (dump truck, loader, bulldozer, backhoe, forklift, etc.).
• Familiar with safety manuals, JSA, MSHA, OSHA guidelines.
• Basic computer skills.

• Personal protective equipment and tools.
• CDL testing and training; partial reimbursement for renewal and full payment for CDL physical.
• CPR and first‑aid training.
• Career training and advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement and 401(k) plans.
• Paid time off, sick, holiday, and other leave.
• Perks:
  Colorado Employee Assistance Program, wellness, credit union membership, employee discount program.

• Shift: 1:00 pm – 11:30 pm, Monday‑Thursday (10 h). Call‑back schedule and overtime (5–10 h/week) may apply.
• Exposures: loud noise, fumes, odors, gases, dust, solvents, sealants, glues, transformer oils.
• Physical: work at extreme temperatures, varying weather, elevations up to 12,000 ft. Use of ladders, scissor lifts, heavy traffic proximity, and confined spaces.
• Equipment operation and possession of a Class A or B CDL (no air‑brake restriction) required within 6 months of hire.
• May be required to plow during large winter/snow events.

To apply, submit a complete CDOT application and supplemental questionnaire online. Attach transcripts (if using education to qualify), DD‑214 for veterans, and any required documentation. All application materials must be received by the closing date; resumes alone will not be accepted.