General Trades Worker (40 Hour)

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) seeks qualified individuals for the position of General Trades Worker (GTW.) within the Capitol Region Plant Operations department; Position #119914, 500 Vine Street, Hartford, CT 06112; this position is 1st shift, 8:00 am to 4:30pm, full-time, 40 hours per week.

The incumbent, although receiving supervision from the Maintenance Supervisor, will be required to work independently.  CRMHC is comprised of two separate buildings, 51 Coventry and 500 Vine Street.  Required to conduct daily rounds/inspections; will be required to identify deficiencies and make necessary repairs without assistance.  (ex. Replace toilet bowls and urinals, replace light fixtures and switches, install steel stud and sheetrock, replace electrical fan motors and belts).  The GTW will need to track inventory of parts and supplies, such as plumbing parts and fixtures, electrical conduit and switches, paint supplies and construction material like drywall and compound.  The GTW will present material request to the supervisor.  The GTW will be responsible to identify, isolate and repair safety hazards.  (ex. Repairing broken concrete staircases, roof leaks,  faulty electrical devices)   

Please ensure that your application is complete.  You will NOT be able to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.  Applicants invited to interview will be requested to supply a copy of their valid motor vehicle license and resume.

Questions about this recruitment should be directed to Ramona Sablón  MHA-DMHAS-Recruitment@ct.gov or (860) 297-0905.

This class is accountable for performing highly skilled trades duties in various trade areas.

Performs highly skilled maintenance and/or construction work requiring the application of trade skills, codes, and standard trade practices in a variety of trade areas including but not limited to: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVACR, glazing, masonry, painting work, etc; makes estimates of time, personnel, and material required on assigned tasks; keeps necessary records; in smaller trade areas, may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area; performs duties related to the trade or 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 operate and maintain heavy earth moving equipment; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the standard tools, materials, methods, and practices of a variety of trade areas; 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 one or more trade areas.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled trade functions in one or more trade areas.
Note: For State Employees this is interpreted at or above the level of Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2. Housekeeping, custodial, and food services duties will not be considered as qualifying experience.

1. Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience.
2. Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Intern may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

Preference will be given to individuals who have the following:

• Current driver’s license
• Highly skilled in all trades with demonstrated experience in ALL of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, carpentry and HVAC.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

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.
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.

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.