HVAC Technician at Buckley Space Force Base

HVAC Technician at Buckley Space Force Base

Salary

$5,396.60 Monthly

Location

Aurora, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

OAA00330

Department

Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

Division

Air National Guard

Opening Date

09/30/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Stefanie.Dutcher@dmva.state.co.us

Primary Physical Work Address

Military and Veterans Affairs, Air Guard Division, Buckley Space Force Base, Aurora, CO

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 Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has four major operational divisions: Army National Guard, Air National Guard, Civil Air Patrol, and Veterans Affairs. These divisions utilize state and federal resources to provide our communities, State, and nation with a ready military force for national defense and State emergency response as well as providing assistance to our Colorado Veterans.

DMVA is committed to supporting its employees both professionally and personally by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a workplace culture that values work-life balance. Our classified workforce receives a robust benefits package that includes:

• 12 paid holidays
• Annual and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Wellness programs like State of Health
• Retirement options through the Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
• Professional development and training opportunities

DMVA also recognizes the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Employees may benefit from four-day workweek options, on-site fitness facilities, convenient parking, and opportunities to grow their skills and advance their careers.

At DMVA, we strive to create a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while having the flexibility and resources, they need to thrive both at work and at home.

Description of Job

This position works Tuesday through Friday, 6:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. performing preventative maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems and assists a journeyman in the repairs, maintenance, and installation of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, fire protection, building equipment, utility, and other related systems on Buckley Space Force Base. Specific duties include assisting with installing, modifying, and repairing of:

• a variety of low-pressure steam boilers;
• hot water boilers
• pumps;
• forced air heating units and ventilating systems;
• new and existing air conditioning units including hermetic, semi-hermetic, absorption, cooling towers, and other open-type equipment; and
• new and existing refrigeration equipment including walk-in and reach-in coolers and freezers.

Assist with all electrical work on:

• heating;
• air conditioning; and
• refrigeration systems.

Assist with the installation of new wiring on:

• control circuits;
• pneumatic control systems;
• direct digital controls; and
• temperature and humidity controls.

Read and interpret diagrams, schematics, manufacturers specifications, and technical orders. Assist other work units such as grounds and pavement, electrical, custodial, etc. Will require occasional travel to the Air National Guard base in Greeley as needed.

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:

D6C2XX Pipe/Mechanical Trades II

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

Three (3) years of relevant experience in professional (not personal home) experience in heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and/or HVAC systems.

Or

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and/or HVAC systems.

equal to three (3) years

Additional Qualifications:

• Must have CFC-Universal 608 License (Must attach a copy of your license/certification to application).
• Must have and maintain a current valid Colorado Driver License at the time of application.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Must be willing to submit to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance within six months of hire.
• Must be willing to work overtime and/or on-call as needed.

College Transcripts:

If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree, certificate, or apprenticeship was conferred. Failure to provide a transcript may result in your application being removed from consideration in the selection process for this position.

Supplemental Information

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 states in accordance with applicable law.

Appeal Rights:

As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. 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 ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: 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. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov.

Accommodations:

The Department of Personnel & Administration 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 ADAAA Coordinator, Tamy Calahan at tamy.calahan@dmva.state.co.us or 720-250-1520.

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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