UTILITY PLANT OP I @ UNC 5/2026
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UTILITY PLANT OP I @ UNC 5/2026
Salary
$58,872.00 Annually
Location
Greeley, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
C00165
Department
University of Northern Colorado
Division
Finance and Administration
Opening Date
04/27/2026
Closing Date
5/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
UNC, Greeley, CO 80639
Department Contact Information
Human Resources Dept., UNC, Greeley, CO 80639 / Phone: 970-351-2718
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
Department Information
The University of Northern Colorado is located in Greeley, Colorado, population over 100,000, an hour's drive north of Denver, and within driving distance of the Rocky Mountains. UNC has an enrollment of over 12,000 students who attend classes on the 250-acre campus, and is large enough to provide true University opportunities, and small enough to treat students and employees as individuals. State classified employee benefits include medical, dental, life, flexible spending, PERA retirement, and tuition waiver for employees.
Description of Job
ALL RELATED JOB EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION MUST BE INCLUDED IN YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS AND
NO INFERENCES WILL BE MADE. PLEASE BEDETAILEDWITH YOUR APPLICATION.
Job Summary:
Monitor all functions of the UNC heat plant, so as to supply a continuous supply of high temperature hot water to all UNC buildings. Maintain and operate high temperature hot water boilers and associated equipment. Assist HVAC shop as needed.
Job Responsibilities:
Monitor/Inspection 50% - Visually inspect, monitor and record readings of boiler, pumps and air compressors temperature and pressure,
compression on tanks pressure, and outside air temperature on an hourly basis.
Water Chemical Analysis Treatment 10% - Water chemical analysis and treatment for boilers, city water, system water, colling towers water and water softeners. Adjust treatment program to maintain proper chemical balance.
Maintain Environment-20% - Maintain clean environment for proper function and operation of equipment and computers. Repairing any and all equipment we are able to in-house and on campus.
Preventative Maintenance-20% - Perform preventative maintenance on a daily, monthly and annual basis depending on function and use. Recommends repairs or replacement of equipment.
Valid Driver's License required.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
D6E1XXUTILITY PLANT OPERATOR I (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4enHpLSVk4ebWhaZXZuQ0IwRFE/view?usp=sharing&resourcekey=0-Ts_8KDpp3Lx2cgGRYur3ZA)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience Only:
Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to four (4) years
Appeal Rights: (Updated)
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules .
Supplemental Information
Important note: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a Human Resource professional to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job announcement. Clearly document in the "Work Experience" and "Education" sections on your application any and all specialized work experience, skills, education, and accomplishments that relate to the position duties and minimum qualifications. No inferences will be made regarding your education or experience, only what is stated and provided in your application materials will be used to evaluate your qualifications. We will offer a salary that is commensurate with the experience of the selected candidate.
Conditions for Employment: All potential University of Northern Colorado employees may be subject to successful completion of a background check, motor vehicle record review, physical, and/or a drug test.
Required Notice: In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report (http://www.unco.edu/police/clery/security-report.aspx) is available online and a paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.
DPA/DHR Notice: 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. The University of Northern Colorado 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 Office, Cindy Tomlinson, at cindy.tomlinson@unco.edu or call 970-351-2829.
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
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