Recruitment #181001-6821TC-001
Location |
Mansfield, CT
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Date Opened | 10/2/2018 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $47,967* - $62,095/year |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 10/22/2018 11:59:00 PM |
UConn’s Facilities Operations Department has job openings for three (3) Qualified Craft Worker Carpenters (QCW).
The QCW Carpenter will perform highly skilled carpentry tasks in accordance with standard trade practices; performing alterations, repairs and maintenance of structures and facilities; performing skilled bench work, operating with such equipment as power saws, jointers, wood lathes, planers, boring, sanding and mortising machines; building and repairing cabinets; cleaning, sharpening and repairing hand and bench tools; laying resilient flooring and Formica.
These are permanent, full-time positions, Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours/week. The work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a 30 minute unpaid lunch. *The hourly salary is $24.51 and is non-negotiable. These positions offer a full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. These positions are 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.
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. (For current state employees only you will also be asked to provide copies of your last two (2) performance appraisals and attendance records for the last two (2) years). Employment of the successful candidates 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 strongly encouraged to upload the following document(s) to their application:
A copy of diploma from a Vocational or Technical School and/or official transcript stating CARPENTRY as the course of study.
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In a state agency, this class is accountable for performing highly skilled carpentry duties.
Performs highly skilled carpentry tasks in accordance with standard trade practices; makes estimates of time, personnel and material required on assigned tasks; keeps necessary records; performs alterations, repairs and maintenance of structures and facilities; performs skilled bench work, operating with such equipment as power saws, jointers, wood lathes, planers, boring, sanding and mortising machines; builds and repairs cabinets; cleans, sharpens and repairs hand and bench tools; lays resilient flooring and Formica; in smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area; may cut glass and glaze windows; may fabricate signs; at state owned airports may be required to stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations; performs related duties as required.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and practices of the particular trade; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records; some ability to utilize computer software.
Four (4) years of experience in the carpentry trade area.
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled trade functions in the carpentry craft.
Note: For State Employees, this is interpreted at the level of Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2. Housekeeping, custodial and food services duties will not be considered as qualifying experience.
Preference will be shown to those applicants who can effective demonstrate the following within their submitted application:
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.
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.
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The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.