IntroductionThe is accepting applications for a position at TASMG in Groton, CT.WHAT WE OFFER:
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to all employees.POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: * First-Shift
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm (37.5 hours)
Requires regular in-state travel
THE ROLE:This position requires regular in-state travel using state vehicles to perform job duties. Candidates must have and maintain a valid, unexpired Driver's license to operate State Vehicles. See .ABOUT US:We are a unique dual-status agency, having both federal and state missions. The CTMD'S primary public responsibilities are:(1) 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.Selection PlanFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:Check out our ! Need more resources? Visit our for additional support throughout the recruitment process.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.
Resume Policy: Per
, 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
. * 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.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful
to make the best impression! * Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
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
.QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: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 Selestian Patterson at .Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)This class is accountable for performing highly skilled trades duties in various trade areas.EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs highly skilled maintenance and/or construction work requiring the application of trade skills, codes, and standard trade practices in a variety of trade areas including but not limited to: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVACR, glazing, masonry, painting work, etc;
Makes estimates of time, personnel, and material required on assigned tasks;
Keeps necessary records;
Performs duties related to the trade or trade areas as required;
In smaller trade areas, may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area;
At state owned airports may be required to stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations;
May operate and maintain heavy earth moving equipment;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the standard tools, materials, methods, and practices of a variety of trade areas;
Skills
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Ability to
prepare estimates and keep shop records;
utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCEFour (4) years of experience in one or more trade areas.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCETwo (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled trade functions in one or more trade areas.NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2. Housekeeping, custodial, and food services duties will not be considered as qualifying experience.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 two (2) years of the General Experience.
At the University of Connecticut Internship Training Program: Possession of 4,000 registered on-the-job training (OJT) apprenticeship program hours, recognized by the Department of Labor's Office of Apprenticeship, along with related instruction hours in the respective maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General Experience for licensed trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVACR) only.
At other state agencies: Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Intern may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience making repairs or replacing plumbing systems including air and water lines, toilet repairs, replacing sinks or parts needed for sink or toilet repairs.
Experience with small engine repair including chainsaws, weed eaters, and numerous other gas-powered engines.
Experience in construction of light carpentry repairs.
Experience operating small machinery such as a skid steer, bobcat, payloaders.
Experience in roof repairs including flat roof patching, cleaning of drains and exhaust fan replacement or repairs.
Experience with snow removal including operating a plow truck, shoveling and sanding to prevent slips and falls.
Experience covering other state areas upon business demands utilizing state fleet vehicles.
Experience maintaining a valid driver's license.
Experience lifting 50 pounds or more.
Experience working with concrete in order fill holes or construct concrete platforms.
Experience with simple diagnosing of HVAC systems.
Experience climbing ladders in high elevated areas in excess of 20" (feet).
Experience hanging sheet rock and or repairs.
Experience painting either indoors or outdoors.
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Experience filling and researching MSDS reports.
Experience with landscaping, including mowing, weed removal, mulching areas or utilizing stone.
Experience utilizing and tracking agency work order system.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSIncumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.CHARACTER REQUIREMENTSAt 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
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.
A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and to risk of injury from equipment.
The appointing authority may require completion of hazardous materials training programs, such as asbestos, PCB, PFAS, 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.
ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
