State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Environmental Protection Maintainer 1 (3487PS)

$21.18-$26.17 Hourly / $1,694.18-$2,093.38 BiWeekly /
$44,218.00-$54,637.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic maintenance and routine manual, mechanical and/or physical work in trade practices.

GUIDELINES FOR JOB CLASS USE

This class represents the basic working level within the Environmental Protection Maintainer series. Incumbents in this class independently perform basic buildings and grounds maintenance tasks and, under general supervision, may assist in performing semi-skilled trade tasks.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Initially works under the close supervision of an Environmental Protection Park and Recreation Supervisor or other employee of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May assist in the supervision of seasonal employees as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs general maintenance tasks at facilities owned by or under control of the department including but not limited to mowing lawns, raking, picking up trash, cleaning restrooms, cleaning fireplaces, washing vehicles, moving furniture, brush cutting, planting shrubs, transplanting, cutting, pruning, etc.; 
  • May operate and make minor repairs of light equipment and vehicles such as trucks, tractors, mowing machinery, power saws, boats and related equipment; 
  • May operate short-wave radio equipment; 
  • May assist in performing tasks relating to care, propagation and stocking of fish such as cleaning tanks and feeding fish; 
  • May receive training in and assist in performing semi-skilled maintenance and/or construction work including but not limited to rough carpentry, painting, masonry, minor electrical, mechanical or plumbing repairs, etc.; 
  • May perform patrol and firefighting activities; 
  • May act as a firefighter; 
  • May perform clerical duties of very limited duration; 
  • May perform emergency first aid as needed; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Interpersonal skills; 
  • Ability to
    • perform basic maintenance and routine manual, mechanical and/or physical work in trade practices; 
    • operate and make minor repairs to small tools and mechanical equipment; 
    • follow instructions; 
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which would provide the skills and abilities indicated above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain a Standard First Aid certificate and CPR certificate.
  • Incumbents engaged in the operation of heavy equipment will be required to possess and retain the necessary current licenses, permits and or certifications as required by federal and state laws and regulations.
  • Incumbents performing skilled trade work may be required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses and or certifications as required by a particular trade.
  • Incumbents may be required to operate a motor vehicle and to possess and retain the appropriate valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license, such as a Commercial Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must be in good health and must have and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, visual and auditory acuity to effectively perform the duties of the class.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury working under varying weather conditions, lifting moderate weights, and handling chemical solutions.

COMPENSATION GUIDELINES

In accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreement's compensation guidelines.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(16)-Labor-Trades, Laundry

BARGAINING UNIT

(09)-PROTECT SERV (NP-5)

EEO

(4)-Protective Service

SALARY INFORMATION

PS 02

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Environmental Protection Maintainer 1 in Salary Group PS 02 approved effective October 7, 2022. (Revised to add Acknowledgement section and modify content) Final No. 23-066

EFFECTIVE DATE

04/19/2023
CLASS: 3487PS; EST: 9/29/1972; REV: 5/3/2023;