Skilled Maintainer (37.5 Hour)
Recruitment #220202-0427TC-001
| Location |
East Lyme, CT
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|---|---|
| Date Opened | 2/2/2022 3:00:00 PM |
| Salary | $44,731* - $58,416/year (*New State Employees Start at Minimum) |
| Job Type | Open to the Public |
| Close Date | 2/15/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
The State of Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is accepting applications for two (2) full-time Skilled Maintainer positions located at Camp Nett in Niantic CT. 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: These current positions are first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. (37.5 hours).
The CTMD 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!
Selection Plan
In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. Please ensure that your application is complete, as you will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application 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. Please check 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 a resume, college or trade school transcripts and performance evaluations. 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.
All state employees and prospective state employees shall follow Executive Order
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.
Due to the anticipated volume of applications for this opportunity, CTMD will not provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Your application may be used for future CTMD employment opportunities.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anthony Lewis at anthony.lewis@ct.gov or at 860-548-3248.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for performing one or more tasks of a skilled nature (requiring prior experience or training, below the level of a specialized trades worker which would give the incumbent proficiency in required knowledges, skills and abilities on the first day of the job) in addition to performing lower level duties. Only complex tasks should be learned on the job. Tasks performed will be in one or several of the following areas:
1. Building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial) including the operation of trucks of 5 ton or greater capacity or complex motorized equipment.
2. Grounds care as a supervisor and/or specialized landscaping functions.
3. Assists Qualified Craft Workers or other higher level employees in the trades areas.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
See attached addendum.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, materials and procedures of specific trade or work area concerned; some knowledge of maintenance problems and their proper handling; skill in manual and machine operations of trade or work area; some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions; some ability to utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in one of the following areas:
1. One of the skilled trades
2. Landscape maintenance or vegetable gardening
3. Operation of motor trucks or large buses.
The experience area should reflect the needs of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate experience in the following:
- Ability to assist a trades person in the performance of construction, painting, plastering, carpentry, electrical work or plumbing tasks;
- Ability to perform grounds maintenance (mowing, weeding, raking, shoveling, and snow and ice removal);
- Ability to use, set up, and maintain and operate ordinary shop tools necessary for the performance of skilled custodial and grounds maintenance;
- Ability to perform basic recordkeeping skills for recording preventative maintenance, vehicle assignments, and creating work orders;
- Ability to operate automobiles, trucks and/or complex motorized equipment with possession of a valid Connecticut driver’s license.
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 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.
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 significant levels of dust, heat, noise, extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive individuals.
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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