Maintenance Supervisor 1 (Plumbing And Steam fitting) (37.5 Hour)

The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations Department has a job opening for a Maintenance Supervisor 1 – Plumbing, 1st Shift Monday – Friday position.  This position reports to the Plumbing Maintenance Supervisor II and fills in for the Plumbing Maintenance Supervisor II or 2nd Shift MS1 – General as needed.  Applicants must possess expertise in the technical aspect of complicated mechanical systems.  This includes a working knowledge of the modern methods and equipment involved in installation and monitoring of water, steam, gas and sewer disposal piping systems.  Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, delegating work, setting job priorities, scheduling daily work, inspection of work for quality, ordering materials and handling necessary disciplinary action. Applicant must have ability to read and interpret blueprints.  This position instructs QCW level staff as an “expert” in the plumbing trade.  The Maintenance Supervisor 1 may also be asked to perform more technical tasks and to attend project meetings. Performs other related work as needed.

Applicants must possess a current motor vehicle operator license.  An active P-1 or P-2 license is required and must be retained throughout employment with the University.

This is a permanent, full-time, 1st shift position, 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 $30.45 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.  Applicants must also be willing to respond and/or to report to supervise emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends or holidays).

This position is open to internal applicants only.  To be eligible for this position, the applicant must be a current, permanent or durational NP-2 employee at UConn.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application.   Applicants are required to indicate on their application (under the Licenses and Professional Certification section of the application) the specific current plumbing license held, along with the issuing agency, license number, date issued and expiration date.  If this section of the application is not completed in its entirety, the applicant will not be considered qualified for the position.

Questions pertaining to this position should be directed to UConn HR’s Services Unit phone number, 860-486-3034.

In a state agency, this class is accountable for performing in one of the following ways:

1. Supervises a small crew (usually 1-5 workers) of highly skilled trades workers (Qualified Craft Workers and General Trades Workers) and skilled workers (Skilled Maintainers) but not solely Skilled Maintainers unless they are on a grounds crew and other lower level employees.

2. In large crews (6 or more workers) of highly skilled tradesworkers, assists the Maintenance Supervisor 2 in carrying out supervisory functions. This is appropriate only when there is a demonstrated need for a subordinate supervisory level.

Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans crew work; establishes and maintains crew procedures; develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards; acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; performs some of the more skilled duties involved; may estimate time, skills and material needed for proposed repairs or improvements; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of modern methods and equipment involved in the trade indicated by the parenthetical title of the class; considerable knowledge of relevant State and national codes and regulations; interpersonal skills; oral and written communications skills; skill in performing technical duties of the class; ability to read and interpret specifications, blueprints, and sketches; ability to utilize computer software; supervisory ability.

Five (5) years of experience in the trade area indicated by the parenthetical title.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have included performing highly skilled duties in the trade area indicated by the parenthetical title.
Note: For State Employees, this is interpreted at the level of Qualified Craft Worker.

Preference will be given to those applicants who can effectively demonstrate the following in their submitted applications:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the plumbing trade.
• Strong leadership skills are an important qualification for this position.
• Experience using computer software such as AiM, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and/or Kuali Financial System (KFS). 
• Demonstrated experience in the use of computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) and their use in the automation of such functions as service request/work order processing, asset management, facilities assessment, inventory/ordering, and work scheduling. 
• Working knowledge of the management and removal of regulated materials including asbestos, mold, lead and PCBs, as well as knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, nationally recognized standards and guidelines, as related to occupational safety and health. 
• Proficiency in the use of an I-Pad or similar technology. 
• Familiarity or experience with off shift and rotating work schedules. 
• Experience working in a union environment at a college, university or similar entity.

1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including possession and retention of an Unlimited Journeyperson's license in the trade area indicated by the parenthetical title.

2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain specific education and/or experience to meet various certification requirements.

3. Applicant must have a current State of Connecticut P-1 or P-2 license.

4. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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.

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 of the class.
2. A physical examination may be required.

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and to risk of injury from equipment.
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.

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.