Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) (37.5 Hour) Office/On-Site #260908-6823TC-001

State of Connecticut; Rocky Hill (CT); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The State of Connecticut’s Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) seeks a Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) to join the Physical Plant team in Rocky Hill. The role focuses on skilled HVACR work across heating, ventilation, cooling and refrigeration systems, with opportunities for professional growth and a strong emphasis on reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include installation, maintenance, and repair of complex HVACR systems, monitoring computerized controls, and performing estimates with

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the HVACR trade.
• Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled HVACR trades.
• Substitutions allowed: vocational/technical diploma substituted for two years; UConn internship substituted for general/special experience; two years as a Qualified Craft Worker Trainee substituted for experience.

Responsabilités

• Performs highly skilled HVACR work on heating, ventilation, cooling and refrigeration systems.
• Operates, maintains, installs, repairs HVACR equipment including Freon, chilled water and air-handling components.
• Monitors and troubleshoots computerized control systems for airflow, pressurization, and system performance.
• Plans and estimates materials and cooling requirements with minimal supervision.
• Interprets psychrometric charts and performs diagnostic tests including fuel tests and gas leaks.

Connaissances

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Estimate preparation

Computer software

Description du poste

Introduction

Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

The Position

The State of Connecticut , Department of V eterans Affairs (DVA) is currently seeking a qualified and experienced individual for the position of Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) to join our team within the Physical Plant.

Highlights

• ADDRESS: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT
• SCHEDULE: Full -Time, (37.5 hours), 1st Shift, Mon day - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm.
• POSITION NUMBER: 89143

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

Job Duties Include But Are Not Limited To

• Performs highly skilled HVACR work in accordance with trade practices and codes on heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems.
• Operates, maintains, installs, and repairs complex HVACR systems , including equipment using Freon, chilled water, and advanced air-handling components.
• Monitors and troubleshoots computerized control systems , ensuring proper airflow, pressurization, and system performance.
• Independently plans and executes work , including estimating materials, determining cooling requirements, and completing technical tasks with minimal supervision.
• Interprets technical data such as psychrometric charts and performs diagnostic tasks including minor fuel tests, gas leak checks, and water treatment adjustments.

About Us

For over 160 years, DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

QUESTIONS? WE’R HERE TO HELP:

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Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

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;
• Skills
  • 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.

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

• Experience working in a healthcare environment that operates 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
• Experience with low and medium pressure steam 5psi-50psi.
• Experience with larger HVAC equipment including commercial boilers, chillers, energy recovery units, commercial electric motors, semi hermetic compressors, and equipment above 10-ton capacity.
• Experience with natural gas and oil-fired boilers.
• Experience with automated building control systems.
• Holds a State of Connecticut D2 license or higher.
• Possess a valid driver's license.

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.

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.

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.