University of Connecticut
Recruitment #180705-6819FM-001
Location |
Mansfield, CT
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Date Opened | 7/6/2018 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $44,542 - $58,167/year* |
Job Type | Open to Agency Employees |
Close Date | 7/20/2018 11:59:00 PM |
UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has an opening for a Qualified Craft Worker (QCW) Intern – Automotive and Mechanical Equipment position within the Motor Pool Unit. This position will receive on-the-job training and vocational education in order to complete the requirements of a QCW Automotive and Mechanical Equipment job classification within a period of time not to exceed two (2) years. The QCW Intern will be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) B license with air brakes and passenger endorsements and become certified to work on air brakes within the two (2) year period. The license and certificate must be maintained once promoted to the QCW Automotive and Mechanical job classification.
This is a permanent, full-time position, Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week. The work hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch. The hourly salary is $21.34 and is non-negotiable. This position offers a full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that effect campus operations. A current motor vehicle license is required.
This position is open to internal University of Connecticut applicants only. To be eligible for this position, the applicant must be a current, permanent or durational UConn NP-2 employee. In order to be considered for these job openings, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. If selected for an interview, you will be asked to supply the names, titles and phone numbers of three, work related references which must include one current or previous supervisor. Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check.
Applicants are required to upload a copy of his/her diploma from a Vocational or Technical School and/or official transcript stating AUTOMOTIVE as the course of study 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 into JobAps.). Questions about these required documents should be directed to UConn HR’s Services Unit phone number, 860-486-3034.
*New State Employees start at minimum salary range.
In general, the QCW Intern receives training to perform tasks as outlined in specification for the class of Qualified Craft Worker; receives on-the-job training to supplement prior vocational or technical training in respective trade area; performs increasingly difficult and skilled tasks requiring application of trade skills, codes and standard trade practices under supervision; assists in estimating time, personnel and material needs on assigned projects; assists in maintenance of necessary records, logs, etc.; performs duties related to trade or similar trade areas as required; at state owned airports may be required to stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations; may be required to assist in snow removal operations during emergency situations; performs related duties as required.
At UConn the QCW Intern will receive training in automotive, truck and equipment repair for diesel and gas powered vehicles. The QCW Intern will learn to diagnose failure in all types of automotive and heavy mobile equipment as well as gain experience in servicing, dismantling, overhauling, and reassembling front ends, engines, standard and automatic transmissions, rear ends, hydraulic systems, automotive electrical systems, suspensions, hydraulic brake systems, and exhaust systems. The QCW Intern will learn to construct and repair parts, weld or braze parts by oxyacetylene torch or electric welding and will be instructed in how to operate brake lathes, wheel balances, tire changers, and engine analyzers. As the QCW Intern begins to gain experience in this position, he/she will work alongside of a QCW Automotive and Mechanical Equipment employee to perform preventive maintenance tasks on equipment, assist customers with minor repairs, perform small engine repairs on equipment such as lawn mowers, snow blowers, portable generators etc., and perform normal maintenance service including tune-ups, belt replacements, tire changing, cooling system repairs and other vehicle repairs.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp
Information concerning the University’s policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement, Non-Discrimination Policy, Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConn’s Job page at: https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.
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.