Maintainer (37.5 Hour)

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BEFORE YOU APPLY: 

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.  
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. 
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. 
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. 
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.  Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. 
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. 

• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.  
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 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, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

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Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Julie Barker at Julie.Barker@ct.gov.  

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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 (5) ton capacity;
• Parking garage.

ALL AREAS:

• Keeps simple records and prepares reports (this should be related to duties listed previously and not a full-time office record keeping position); 
• Performs related duties as required.

BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE:

Performs preventive maintenance tasks including but not limited to the following: 

• Checks gauges for established settings; 
• Checks steam trap indicators; 
• Checks belt tension (blowers, fans and rotating equipment); 
• Changes filters (water, gas, HVACR, etc); 
• Inspects doors for damage; 
• Tightens chairs, tables, desks, door hinges, and cabinets and lubricates when necessary; 
• Replaces castors; 
• Cleans grease traps; 
• May check temperatures against pre-established settings; 
• May clean strainers and boilers; 
• May replace ceiling tiles and loose floor tiles; 
• May spot patch walls; 
• May replace washers; 
• May repair minor leaks in toilets, drinking fountains, etc.; 
• May attach shelving and put up bulletin boards, pictures, etc.; 
• May clean motor housings, ducts and other mechanical equipment; 
• May act as a relief person for other maintenance employees; 
• May perform custodial functions as required; 
• May move furniture; 
• Performs related duties as required.

GROUNDS CARE (OUTSIDE SERVICES):

• Digs ditches; 
• Shovels materials such as sand, stone, dirt, snow, etc; 
• Operates hand, small power equipment, snowblowers, mowers and attachments; 
• Cuts weeds or brush; 
• Weeds gardens; 
• Rakes fill, loam, grass or leaves; 
• Moves, loads, unloads and distributes supplies and equipment; 
• Cleans gutters, storm sewers and catch basins; 
• Plants, fertilizes and limes vegetables, lawns, flowers, shrubs, etc. with detailed instruction from supervisor; 
• Trims shrubs; 
• May supervise parking to enforce regulations; 
• May operate and perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on vehicles such as tractors, trailers, multiple power mowers, snow blowers and snow plows required in care of grounds, walks and roads; 
• May sand and salt walkways; 
• Picks up litter; 
• Empties trash receptacles and maintains dumpster areas; 
• Performs related duties as required.

TRADES:

• Assists a skilled worker by passing tools, carrying or lifting materials and running errands; 
• Acts as a helper to a higher grade Maintainer or Qualified Craft Worker in more difficult tasks requiring special or greater skills; 
• May perform semi-skilled tasks in carpentry, plumbing, painting, masonry, electrical work and other trades; 
• May clean, oil and make minor adjustments to electrical, structural, mechanical, building and utility systems and other equipment; 
• Performs related duties as required.

These are only examples of types of tasks that incumbents in this class may be expected to perform. Tasks should only be assigned if they are of the appropriate skill level (as defined in the Purpose of Class).

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• Skills
  • interpersonal skills; 
  • oral and written communication skills; 
• Ability to
  • follow oral and written instructions; 
  • learn policies and procedures; 
  • operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work; 
  • record keep.

• Experience using computer software, including Microsoft: Word, Outlook and Excel
• Experience in customer service skills, including professionalism, responsiveness, and the ability to interact effectively with staff and external partners.
• Experience in performing duties in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining organization, efficiency and attention to detail.
• Experience in preventative maintenance activities and best practices.
• Experience using a work order system.
• Experience managing inventory and maintenance of small equipment and machines.
• Experience stripping, waxing and buffing floors.
• Experience assisting an electrician and/or plumber.
• Experience in painting, demonstrating skill in surface preparation, color application, and maintaining high-quality workmanship.

• 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.
• A physical examination may be required.

• 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.
• 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.

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.