Skilled Trade Assistant

The Department of Facilities Management supports the mission of the University of Denver's physical resources to provide a healthy and safe educational environment for campus community through services of the departments of Capital Projects and Planning, Facilities Management, Parking & Mobility Services, Auxiliaries & Real Estate, and Business & Operations.

Skilled individual who installs, maintains and repairs all types of equipment on the DU campus including HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems; in residential houses , dormitory, academic and research facilities. This individual has the responsibility to keep all systems in reliable working order as valued assets of the University. This individual alone or with others can be relied upon to care for the University of Denver facilities in excellent and innovative ways.

• In addition to following the University of Denver’s policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Performs work with other trades personnel in the electrical, plumbing and HVAC areas
• Shadow experienced technicians or tradespeople to gain on-the-job training and knowledge
• Perform foundational maintenance tasks in electrical systems, such as replacing switches, receptacles, light fixtures, and resetting breakers.
• Assist with HVAC maintenance, including filter replacement evaluation, cleaning coils, cleaning strainers, resetting boiler systems, glycol checks and systems pressure evaluation, split system evaluation and diagnosis, chiller and cooling tower evaluation and terminal unit operation checks.
• Support plumbing maintenance by repairing minor leaks, replacing gaskets, cleaning mixing valves, circulation pump replacement, and odor detection.
• Assist with organizing equipment, maintaining work spaces, and managing parts inventory.
• Record completed tasks, time spent, findings, costs and materials used in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Perform other duties as assigned
• When requested, reports for emergency snow removal, times can vary but tend to be early AM. Removes snow from walks, steps, ramps, and parking lots by power equipment or shovel.

• Able to read drawings to find equipment and to understand the operation of electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and professionally.
• Able to follow detailed procedures.
• Employee responds to situations requiring immediate attention
• Be reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Be eager to take the initiative and contribute to team projects to develop skills and team work.

• A high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of four years of combined experience in trades, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, automotive maintenance, building/hotel/apartment maintenance, equipment maintenance, or production maintenance
  • At least two years of experience in one or more of the following trades: plumbing, HVAC, or electrical
  • Education (or technical training) and experience can be combined to meet the minimum requirements
• Must possess a valid Colorado Drivers License and be insurable under University guidelines.
• Pass a pre-employment physical exam, and lift 100 lbs.
• Experience using hand and electrical tools of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades
• Able to be responsible for tracking tools and equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn advanced trade skills
• Must be comfortable working in confined spaces, at heights, or near mechanical systems
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing skills equal to an apprenticeship program in electrical, plumbing, or HVAC trades
• Willingness to…