STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Transportation Maintainer 1 (37.5 Hour)

Recruitment #180209-2345TC-001

Introduction

The Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA) is recruiting for a full-time Transportation Maintainer 1 position located at Bradley International Airport.  This 37.5 hour position is responsible for performing a full range of grounds, equipment and general maintenance activities.  The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday from 7:00 am - 3:00 pm (may include weekends and holidays), with a half-hour unpaid meal period.   The position requires mandatory overtime work on nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.  Applicants must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal and glycol recovery when those services are needed.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter with their submission.  (Note: In order to upload documents you must ensure that your internet browser's 'pop-up' blocker is off.  Failure to do so may prevent you from being able to upload documentation and submit your application.)  Questions about these required documents should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office:  Tim Geary, tgeary@ctairports.org, (860) 254-5287.

Selection Plan

An individual serving in this position must be able to successfully undergo a thorough background and security screening, including pre-employment drug screening, fingerprinting and maintain required security clearance during the duration of employment.  Incumbents in this class must obtain a Bradley movement area certification allowing them to independently operate vehicles and equipment on Airfield movement areas while effectively communicating with the Air Traffic Control for proper clearance.  This position requires a CDL license (Class A or B) and a valid Medical Examiner's Card. 

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for performing a full range of basic tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of State roadside, roadways, bridges, airports and other departmental facilities; operates and maintains small and less complex mechanical equipment or acts as a helper on larger and more complex equipment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The following is a listing of examples of trucks, equipment, tasks or related duties, the operating, maintaining or performing of which are considered to be the responsibilities and duties of positions in this class:

TRUCKS:

 - 1/2, 3/4 ton Suburban

- 1/2, 3/4, 1 ton vans (passenger/cargo)

 - 1/2, 3/4, 1 ton pickups (2 & 4 wheel drive)

- 2 ton, 3 ton platform stakes - sedan deliveries - station wagons

- 3/4, 1 ton trucks, various body styles

 - 9 ton dump truck (to be paid at the appropriate level).

EQUIPMENT:

 - Mowing equipment Class 12 with or without attachments

- Wood chipper

 - Pavement breakers

 - Grass trimmers/brush cutters

- Walk behind snow blowers

- Portable pumping units

 - Chain saws

 - Vibratory compaction equipment

DUTIES:

- Assisting employees of higher grades in more skilled operation

 - Heavy custodial maintenance of buildings and grounds

- Finish grading on roadway or roadside projects

- Gas station attendants

 - Hand seeding

 - Helping on refuse collection trucks

 - Helping on sanding and plowing

 - Relief ferry mate, drawbridge attendant and/or rest area attendant

- Stores section material handling

 - Wildlife hazard control

 - Radio monitoring and communication

 - Escort vendors, contractors, etc. in secure areas (State owned airports only)

In addition to other duties, at State-owned airports may function as a guard/watchman or may be required to receive training in, stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Some knowledge of the physical properties of standard highway or airport construction and maintenance materials; some knowledge of some mechanical principles; some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; familiarity with the basic practices of the construction and maintenance trades; ability to use and make minor repairs to small tools and the simpler mechanical equipment; ability to operate equipment listed on the attached addendum; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which would provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In addition, the preferred candidate will have some airport maintenance experience; 1-2 years of experience operating various types of heavy equipment, and 1-2 years of experience using heavy equipment for snow removal. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
2. Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever his or her services are needed.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

At State Airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
2. A physical examination will be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Incumbents in this class are exposed to extremes of weather conditions, to frequent lifting of heavy weights, to highly dangerous road and traffic conditions, including exposure to heights when working on bridges, to poison ivy, insect bites and allergy irritants during summer months, and to loud and potentially dangerous machinery.
2. The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.