STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Maintainer (37.5 Hour)

Recruitment #190620-0426TC-001

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), Bureau of Finance and Administration has an opening for a Maintainer in their Facilities Management's Region 4 office located in Newington. The work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever his or her services are needed and must participate in mandatory winter overtime which occurs from November 1 through April 30 each year. Applicants invited to interview will be requested to supply a copy of their Driver's License.

This class is accountable for performing basic tasks of an unskilled nature in our Region 4 facilities including building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial), landscaping and groundskeeping duties; mandatory snow and ice assignment; operation of complex mechanical equipment; vehicle transport; and mail deliveries.

*The entry level rate for this class will be ten (10%) percent below Step 1 of the salary grade. Upon completion of the initial working test period the incumbent’s salary will be adjusted to the TC pay plan, Step 1, shown above. The posted salary range is effective July 1, 2019.

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications and the Preferred Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

Direct questions pertaining to this recruitment to jennifer.brame@ct.gov. Reference #31032.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing basic tasks of an unskilled nature (e.g. requiring little prior experience or training; most tasks can be learned quickly on the job) in one or several of the following areas:

- building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial)
- grounds care
- food services
- operation of trucks of less than five ton capacity
- parking garage

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties include, but are not limited to: performing landscaping and groundskeeping duties such as mowing, weeding, shoveling, and raking along with operating hand or small power equipment; assisting in building maintenance and repair; unclogging toilets and repairing minor leaks; performing furniture and equipment moves; installing office partitions; performing minor repairs such as tightening chairs and desks; delivering vehicles for preventative maintenance; washing trucks; delivering office inventory; distributing supplies; relocating cartons of files; replacing light bulbs which could be at a considerable height; and offering general support for occupants of buildings in an office environment. This position will also be required to assist in the Support Services Operations as needed (Mail Room, Motor Pool, Records Retention Center, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to learn policies and procedures; ability to operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work; some ability in simple record keeping.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong interpersonal skills and a customer service focus to provide service to over 1,500 employees in the complex; oral and written communication skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to learn policies and procedures; ability to operate, care for, and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work; some ability in simple recordkeeping and utilize computer software.

Preferred candidates will possess:

1. Experience in minor building repairs; plumbing; electrical; carpentry; painting; and grounds maintenance (mowing, weeding, shoveling, raking); along with an understanding of snow and ice control.
2. Ability to perform semiskilled tasks in construction, maintenance, mechanical repair, electrical, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and painting.
3. Ability to use, set up, and maintain ordinary bench and other shop machine tools and equipment as required.
4. Ability to operate and maintain complex mechanical equipment as required.
5. Basic recordkeeping skills to be used for items such as logging preventative maintenance and creating work orders and vehicle assignments.
6. Some computer experience preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive patients and/or clients.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to complete 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.

Conclusion

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.