Qualified Craft Worker (Electrical) (37.5 Hour)

The State of Connecticut Military Department is a unique dual-status agency, having both federal and state missions.  The Military Department is committed to conducting military operations in an environmentally-friendly manner and will continue to perform its mission while looking for new ways to reduce pollution-generating activities and to preserve and enhance all of its valuable training lands. 

The State of Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is accepting applications for a Qualified Craft Worker (Electrician) position for the Bradley National Guard Base, located at 100 Nicholson Road, East Granby, CT 06026.  The Base is part of Bradley International Airport and is home to the 103rd Airlift Wing, know as the "Flying Yankees", which are the third-oldest Air National Guard unit in the country, with a history dating back to World War 1.

Mission:  The Wing's focus is on Air Mobility, a mission that delivers global air transportation of equipment and supplies during times of war and for peacetime training exercises. The Wing provides cargo and passenger airlift utilizing C-130 Hercules aircraft, one of the true workhorses of the Air National Guard inventory. The Wing's mission includes providing safe, comfortable and reliable transportation of military personnel or dignitaries anywhere in the world.

The CTMD is a unique dual-status agency, having both federal and state missions.  The CTMD’S primary public responsibilities are (1) to train, resource and coordinate state emergency response assets and (2) to plan for and protect citizens and their property in times of war, terrorism, invasion, rebellion, riot or disaster.  The CTMD is committed to conducting military operations in an environmentally-friendly manner.

Hours: This current position is first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (37.5 hours).

The Military Department offers an excellent salary and a competitive state benefits package that includes healthcare and dental coverage, a retirement plan, as well as paid time off, dedicated parking and more! 

A complete application package consists of an application, cover letter and resume.  Please ensure that your application is complete.  You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application, cover letter and resume into the State of Connecticut JobAps system.  Applicants who submit an untimely, incomplete or inaccurate application will not be considered for this employment opportunity.

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date.  The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses.  Please regularly check your email for notifications; which includes your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.

During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualifications.  These documents may include college or trade school transcripts.  Interviews will be limited to applicants whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. 

The recruitment process may require more than one interview.

NOTE:  In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a Federal background investigation of each candidate may be made before individuals are certified for permanent appointment to the position.

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anthony Lewis at anthony.lewis@ct.gov or at 860-548-3248.

In a state agency, this class is accountable for performing a full range of highly skilled duties in one of the following trade areas: electrical, plumbing and steamfitting, utilities or heating, ventilation and refrigeration.

Performs highly skilled maintenance and/or construction work requiring application of trade skills, codes and standard trade practices in electrical, plumbing, utilities, or HVACR trade areas; makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials; keeps necessary records; may perform duties related to similar trade areas as required; may act as liaison with other operating units and outside contacts; may operate heavy equipment; may respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state owned airports; performs related duties as required.

ELECTRICAL: Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with national and local codes and standard trade practices; lays out and installs electrical conduit for power and lighting; makes repairs to electrical motors, controllers, switchboard panels, traffic lights, lights, power circuits, ventilating fans, electronic counting and traffic control devices, intercommunication systems and electrical generators; installs open and concealed wiring and lighting fixtures; maintains and repairs unit heaters, fans, building maintenance machines and equipment, gas pumps, refrigeration units, diesel electric generators, movable bridges, fire alarm systems, etc.; repairs relays and switches; rewires motors; bends pipes; installs, repairs and maintains oil burners; performs necessary safety testing of electrical equipment and keeps required records; performs pole work; may diagnose failures and repair drilling and patching to facilitate installations; may assist in high voltage work.

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and practices of the particular trade; 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 the particular trade area indicated by the parenthetical title.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled trade functions in the specific trade area.
Note: For State Employees, this is interpreted at the level of Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.

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 in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.
3. Experience performing technical duties within a designated maintenance trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General and Special Experience on a year for year basis.

• Experience performing the full range of licensed electrical job duties and tasks.
• Experience with standard electrical trade materials, equipment and repair methods.
• Experience communicating and reporting (orally and in writing) on electrician's daily duties, performance, task/order requirements to direct supervisors, unit managers, vendors, utility companies, State Inspectors, private contractors and other QCW trades or Military Department employees.
• Demonstrated proficiency in use of email, Microsoft Office, including Word documents.
• Experience researching and preparing project scopes using specific electrical components, training modules and vendor material quotes and invoices.
• Experience in estimating materials and time needed to complete various electrical projects, these projects may range from small one day, type repair, to large scale projects that may take several months to complete.  Material estimates are also needed to accurately prepare project requests and project planning.
• Experience with scheduling work, prioritizing duties willing to travel throughout the Western Connecticut.

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 possess and retain current State of Connecticut E-1 or E-2 License.

4.  Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints for building and utility systems. 

5.  Must possess and retain a valid Connecticut driver's license.

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 and to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles; and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment, extreme weather conditions and/or environmental conditions.
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.