Salary: $28.59 - $41.00 Hourly
Location : Golden, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: GLA - JR109608 - 09/26
Department: Colorado School of Mines
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/28/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 1500 Illinois St. Golden, CO 80401
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Human Resources, [click to reveal email address] recruitment@mines.edu , [click to reveal phone number]303-273-3250
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at . 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.
Department Information
Colorado School of Mines (Mines) is an internationally preeminent teaching and research university dedicated to meeting the resource development needs of a rapidly evolving, technology-based society. Mines was selected by the Colorado State Legislature as the state's first "exemplary institution" of public higher education due to our "high degree of responsibility and capability with regard to academic and administrative functions."
Colorado's oldest public university, Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder.
MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE:
Description of Job
Build the Future of Engineering Research
Are you an experienced machinist who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, designing custom solutions, and mentoring the next generation of engineers and researchers?
The Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at Colorado School of Mines is seeking a Machining Trades III professional to lead machine shop operations, support cutting-edge research, fabricate specialized equipment, and help create a safe and productive environment for faculty, staff, and students. Reporting to the department's laboratory leadership team, this position plays a vital role in enabling world-class teaching, research, and innovation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled trades professional who wants more than a traditional machine shop role. Here, you'll collaborate with faculty researchers, graduate students, and engineering teams to bring new ideas from concept to reality while helping students develop critical hands-on skills.
What You'll Do
Machine Shop & Laboratory Operations
Custom Fabrication & Research Support
Safety & Training Leadership
What Makes This Role Unique?
Work Environment
This position is based on-campus in Golden, Colorado and works closely with faculty, staff, researchers, and students across the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering. The role reports to the department's laboratory leadership team and supports both teaching and research laboratories.
Why Colorado School of Mines?
Colorado School of Mines is a premier public R1 research university focused on engineering and applied science. Mines combines innovative research, hands-on learning, and a collaborative culture dedicated to solving global challenges. As part of our team, you'll play an important role in preparing future engineers while supporting impactful research initiatives.
Apply Today
If you're a skilled machinist, fabricator, or technical trades professional who enjoys problem-solving, collaborating with engineers, and helping others learn, we encourage you to apply.
Please note: This position reports to campus Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 5:00pm
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:
D6B3XX Machining Trades III
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, which included:
(EXPERIENCE MUST BE CLEARLY DOCUMENTED IN THE "WORK HISTORY" SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. " See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be pro-rated.)
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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 five (5) years (TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR EDUCATIONAL CREDIT)
Critical Success Attributes
The ideal candidate will be:
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
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, . 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: [click to reveal 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 Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at .
Supplemental Information
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a rich and vibrant diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?
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This position requires Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position, which included: - Machining and precision fabrication- Welding and metalworking- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications- Safe operation of machine shop equipment- Research, laboratory, manufacturing, or prototype development environment(EXPERIENCE MUST BE CLEARLY DOCUMENTED IN THE "WORK HISTORY" SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. "See Resume" will not be accepted. In addition, part-time work will be pro-rated.)OrEducation and Experience:A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years (TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE ATTACHED FOR EDUCATIONAL CREDIT)Do you meet this requirement?
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