Recruitment #190220-6819TC-001
Location |
Mansfield, CT
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Date Opened | 2/20/2019 12:00:00 PM |
Salary | $41,756 - $54,531/year |
Job Type | Open to Agency Employees |
Close Date | 3/11/2019 11:59:00 PM |
The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations Department has two openings for Qualified Craft Worker Intern (HVACR) positions on the Preventive Maintenance Team. These positions will receive on-the-job training and vocational education in order to complete the requirements of a QCW HVACR job classification within a period of time normally not to exceed two years. The QCW Intern HVACR will be required to obtain a heating, piping, cooling license and refrigerant recovery certificate normally within the two year period. The license must be maintained throughout employment with the University once promoted to the QCW HVACR job classification. A pool/spa certificate must also be obtained within 6 months of reaching the target level of QCW HVACR. This certification must also be retained throughout employment with the University.
These are permanent, full-time, positions with a rotating seven and a half hour shift and a 30 minute unpaid lunch. The work schedule is rotating days and shifts, 37.5 hours/week, rotating on a weekly basis over a five week period. Shift differential is paid for the hours scheduled on 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) over the five week rotation. Weekend differential is paid for scheduled hours worked on Saturday and/or Sunday regardless of the shift, if the entire shift is worked. The hourly salary is $21.34 and is non-negotiable. 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.
These positions are open to internal applicants only. To be eligible for these positions, 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 Job-Related Academic, Technical or Vocational Training section of the application) the name of the Educational Institution attended for HVACR studies, Address, City, State where the Education Institution is located, the years attended and the number of Credits earned or Diploma Earned. If this section of the application is not completed in its entirety, the applicant will not be considered qualified for the position. If selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide copies of your last two (2) performance appraisals. Copies of official transcripts documenting the credits earned in HVACR studies and/or a copy of your diploma documenting coursework in HVACR will also be required at the time of interview.
Applicants must possess and retain a current motor vehicle operator license throughout employment with the University.
Questions pertaining to this position should be directed to UConn HR’s Services Unit phone number, 860-486-3034.
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 HVACR will receive training in all aspects of the HVACR trade. He/she will work alongside of a QCW HVACR employee to learn how to perform preventive maintenance tasks on equipment. He/she will also learn how to operate, maintain, repair, install, modify and assemble heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems. In these positions the QCW Intern HVACR will gain knowledge and the ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and practices of the HVACR trade. These positions are part of the Preventive Maintenance Team and will receive training from QCW HVACR’s on the PM Team as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift QCW HVACR employees.
1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
3. Applicants must possess a current motor vehicle operator license.
4. 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.
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.