Transportation Maintainer 3 (37.5 Hour)
Post Pounder Assistant
Recruitment #210302-2347TC-001
| Location |
Groton, CT
|
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 3/4/2021 12:00:00 AM |
| Salary | $49,023 - $63,658/year |
| Job Type | Open to Agency Employees |
| Close Date | 3/13/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
Job Highlights:
- Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
- Monday-Friday
- 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Job Requirements:
- Applicants must hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) (A or B), with the "tank endorsement," a valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC) in order to apply.
- Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept emergency overtime duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever his or her services are needed; mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30.
- Incumbents must meet the 20-mile residency requirement from the posted job location
- Various storm events will require employees to stay at work for the duration of the storm; which at times could be up to a period of several days, to include holidays and weekends. Applicants invited to interview will be required to produce a copy of their current valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class Aor B, reflecting the "tank endorsement" and valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC) at the time of interview, or they will be immediately disqualified.
Selection Plan
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee of the Department of Transportation, who has permanent state status*, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
*For employees in the classified service, permanent status is obtained after successful completion of a working test period. For employees in the unclassified service, permanent status is obtained after serving in a position for at least six months (full-time or full-time equivalent).
Please ensure that your application is complete, you will not be able to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.
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The minimum experience and training requirements must be meet by the closing date on the job posting, unless otherwise specified.
NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include a cover letter, performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the hiring agency.
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.
Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact: Jennifer.Neumann@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for performing a variety of skilled tasks at less than the journeyman level in the construction, maintenance and repair of state roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports and other departmental facilities; operates and maintains the more complex mechanical equipment; works as a skilled mechanic at less than the journeyman level in the repair of mechanical equipment.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The following is a listing of examples of trucks, equipment, tasks or related duties, the operating, maintaining or
performing of which are considered to be the responsibilities and duties of positions in this class:
TRUCKS:
Evaluation platform
Line marking machine (10 wheel, barrel type)
EQUIPMENT:
Concrete saws
Core drills
12-22 foot flail mower (tractor)
Four wheel drive airport snow fighter
Frontend loaders
Hand operated pavement marking machine
Mechanical catch basin cleaning
Power driven rollers
Power pickup sweepers
Shotcrete, gunite machines
Tilt bed trailers
Post pounder (driver only)
Vactor (driver only)
Track-munted skid steer with various attachments including but not limited to standard bucket; grapple bucket; mower; snow blower; sweeper; dozer blade.
DUTIES:
Drainage pipe setting
Driver of wing truck with plows attached during snow and ice truck operations
Performance skilled in one or more of the following areas or trade: construction, maintenance, mechanical repair, electrical, carpentry, masonry, welding, automotive and heavy equipment, mechanical repair, plumbing and painting.
Test boaring
Skilled tree climber
Wildlife hazard control
Inspector of VIP Projects
District Office Radio Operator (backup)
Service Patrol Sign erector (general) Pothole patcher operator May supervisor a Materials Management Stockroom In addition to other duties, may assist a Transportation Maintenance Manager in preparing and checking reports In addition to other duties incumbents in this class may be required to receive training in, stand by for the respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at State-owned airports, performs related duties as required.
performing of which are considered to be the responsibilities and duties of positions in this class:
TRUCKS:
Evaluation platform
Line marking machine (10 wheel, barrel type)
EQUIPMENT:
Concrete saws
Core drills
12-22 foot flail mower (tractor)
Four wheel drive airport snow fighter
Frontend loaders
Hand operated pavement marking machine
Mechanical catch basin cleaning
Power driven rollers
Power pickup sweepers
Shotcrete, gunite machines
Tilt bed trailers
Post pounder (driver only)
Vactor (driver only)
Track-munted skid steer with various attachments including but not limited to standard bucket; grapple bucket; mower; snow blower; sweeper; dozer blade.
DUTIES:
Drainage pipe setting
Driver of wing truck with plows attached during snow and ice truck operations
Performance skilled in one or more of the following areas or trade: construction, maintenance, mechanical repair, electrical, carpentry, masonry, welding, automotive and heavy equipment, mechanical repair, plumbing and painting.
Test boaring
Skilled tree climber
Wildlife hazard control
Inspector of VIP Projects
District Office Radio Operator (backup)
Service Patrol Sign erector (general) Pothole patcher operator May supervisor a Materials Management Stockroom In addition to other duties, may assist a Transportation Maintenance Manager in preparing and checking reports In addition to other duties incumbents in this class may be required to receive training in, stand by for the respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at State-owned airports, performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair techniques of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports; knowledge of processes and materials used in construction and maintenance trades; oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to use and make ordinary repairs to more complex mechanical equipment; ability to operate equipment as listed on attached Addendum; ability to keep shop records and prepare reports; ability to use, set up and maintain ordinary bench and other shop machine tools and equipment; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in the construction, maintenance and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports, in work involving the operation and care of mechanical equipment, or in work in one of the recognized maintenance trades.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of the subject requirements in one of the maintenance trades may be substituted for the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Candidates must be familiar with the post pounder and support truck setup and takedown procedures and safe operation.
- Candidates invited to interview will be evaluated to determine if they meet the qualifications to proceed further with the Post Pounder Assistant Practicum, in accordance with the Department's Practicum Guidelines.
- Identify and wear prescribed safety equipment.
- Identify CBYD "Call Before You Dig" markings and call in procedures for emergency CBYD. Demonstrate knowledge of installation and repairs of fence lines.
- Identify hazards of specified equipment as well a pinch points.
- Candidates must meet the 20-mile residency requirement of the posted position.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
2. Incumbent in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal, whenever his or her services are needed.
2. Incumbent in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal, whenever his or her services are needed.
CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS
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.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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 theduties.
2. A physical examination may be required.
2. A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Incumbents in this class are exposed to extremes of weather conditions, to frequent lifting of heavy weights, to highly dangerous road and traffic conditions, including exposure to heights when working on bridges, to poison ivy, insect bites and allergy irritants during summer months, and to loud and potentially dangerous machinery.
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.
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.
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.
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