Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) (37.5 Hour) (Office/On-Site)

CT; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Connecticut, DMHAS is seeking a Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) to maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems across agency facilities. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, system monitoring and ensuring safe indoor environments for staff and the public.

The position requires four years of HVACR experience, CT licensing considerations, and the ability to work within a unionized, public sector setting.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in HVACR trade.
• Two years of General/Special Experience required.
• State employees: experience interpreted at Skilled Maintainer level.
• CT license in heating/piping/cooling preferred (D2/S2).

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled HVACR tasks on air systems per trade practices and codes.
• Operates, maintains, repairs, installs, modifies and assembles HVACR equipment.
• Determines required cooling capacity for small areas.
• Interprets a psychometric chart.
• Monitors air flow, room air changes and room pressurizing.
• Keeps records and prepares estimates for time and materials.
• Inspects steam traps and repairs piping as needed.

Skills

HVACR trade knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Estimate preparation

Record keeping

Computer software

Education

Vocational/technical school diploma

UConn Facilities Internship Training

Two years substitution

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Introduction

Are you a self-starter with experience in tasks in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trade? Join us and be part of a revolutionary team shaping the future!

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) to join their team! This position directly supports public health and safety by maintaining proper ventilation, temperature control, humidity levels, and indoor air quality in agency facilities. HVAC systems regulate airflow, filtration, and air exchange rates that reduce airborne contaminants and maintain safe occupancy conditions. In facilities serving the public—such as administrative offices, healthcare environments, detention centers, schools, or public service buildings—malfunctioning HVAC systems can lead to: Unsafe indoor air quality; Mold growth and moisture damage; Heat- or cold-related health risks; and Disruption of critical public services. This HVAC Technician ensures preventive maintenance, timely repairs, and system monitoring to maintain safe environmental conditions for employees, visitors, and vulnerable populations.

HIGHLIGHTS

FACILITY: Connecticut Mental Health Center (CMHC)

LOCATION: 34 Park Street, New Haven, CT

UNIT: Plant Operations Maintenance

SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 37.5 Hours, First Shift, 7:30am - 3:30pm, Monday through Friday

POSITION NUMBER: 153645

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees
• Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
• Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
• Assist our clients so they can achieve success;
• Make a difference in the public sector; and
• Work together in a collaborative team environment.

ABOUT US

DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

CMHC is an urban community mental health center with an exceptional 50-year tradition of serving individuals with serious mental illness. We aim to treat people with mental illness in their communities, to provide a place for researchers from many fields to find new treatments, and to teach professionals in the care of mental illness.

PLEASE NOTE

A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.

Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.

Examples of Duties

• Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard HVACR trade practices and codes on air systems used in heating, ventilating and refrigeration;
• Operates, maintains, repairs, installs, modifies and assembles air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems which may use Freon or chilled water for air cooling means and air or water for condenser means;
• Determines required cooling capacity of units needed for small areas;
• Uses and interprets a psychometric chart;
• Controls and measures air flow, room air changes and room pressurizing;
• Monitors computerized control systems;
• Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks;
• Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers;
• Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks;
• Keeps necessary records;
• In smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area;
• May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required;
• May install, modify, repair and assemble electrical or pneumatic controls for this type of equipment;
• May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations;
• May remove pipe insulation materials associated with repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods;
• 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.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard HVACR trade practices;
• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records;
• utilize computer software.

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trade.

Minimum Qualifications - Special Experience

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.

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: Satisfactory performance and completion of the UConn Facilities Internship Training Program may be substituted for the General and Special Experience as determined by UConn Facilities Operations and Human Resources Management.
• At other state agencies: Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Trainee in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.
• Experience performing technical duties within the HVACR 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Possess HVAC License (D2, S2)

Special Requirements

University of Connecticut: Incumbents in this class are required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including possession and retention of a State of Connecticut heating, piping, and/or cooling license.

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.

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

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.

A physical examination may be required.

Working Conditions

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.

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.

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.

Acknowledgement

As 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.