Skilled Maintainer (37.5 Hour) (WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY)

CT; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University in Danbury seeks a full-time Skilled Maintainer to support the Environmental & Facilities Custodial Department across both campuses. The role covers skilled trades including plumbing, carpentry, electrical and painting, with a 37.5-hour workweek and daytime hours 7:00am–3:00pm.

Candidates must have at least two years of trade experience, a valid driver's license, the ability to lift 90 lbs, and pass medical, drug and background checks.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in one skilled trade (plumbing, carpentry, electrical and/or painting).
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Must be able to lift 90 lbs.
• Medical exam, drug screen, and criminal background check required prior to offer.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical

Painting

Maintenance skills

Education

Vocational/Technical certificate

Job description

Introduction

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU), a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education/Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, is a public institution committed to academic excellence. WCSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs that blend liberal arts education with professional preparation and promote a strong foundation for lifelong learning. WCSU is seeking a full-time Skilled Maintainer position to join The Environmental & Facilities Custodial Department for both campuses located in Danbury, CT. This position will be responsible for the full range of skilled trades functions (plumbing, carpentry, electrical and/or painting) including operating equipment to fulfill job function.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

POSITIONS REQUIRMENTS:

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm.
• Must be available for emergencies and scheduled overtime.
• May be exposed to extreme weather.
• Eligible candidates in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Must possess two (2) years of experience in one of the skilled trades (plumbing, carpentry, electrical and/or painting).
• Must be able to lift 90 lbs.
• A medical exam, drug screen, and criminal background check will be required prior to offer of employment.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Environmental & Facilities Maintenance Trades department is responsible for providing trades services for both campuses of the University.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Skilled Maintainer role at Western Connecticut State University includes a wide range of tasks to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of the campus facilities. The candidate selected for this position will be tasked with a variety of skilled trades duties across both campuses. The Skilled Maintainer's role is integral to the university's commitment to providing a safe and functional academic environment. Candidates must be prepared to work in various conditions.

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:

• Building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial) including the operation of trucks of five (5) ton or greater capacity or complex motorized equipment;
• Grounds care as a supervisor and/or specialized landscaping functions;
• 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;
• Knowledge of maintenance problems and their proper handling;
• Skills
• manual and machine operations of trade or work area skills;
• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• follow written and oral instructions;
• utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years of experience in one of the following areas:
• One of the skilled trades;
• Landscape maintenance or vegetable gardening;
• Operation of motor trucks or large buses.

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

• Commercial/Industrial experience in plumbing, carpentry, electrical and/or painting.
• Experience performing highly skilled trades tasks in accordance with standard trade practices.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing.
• Experience sourcing necessary materials and reading general blue prints.
• Experience updating projects and work orders through electronic systems.
• Experience working independently.
• Experience providing excellent oral and written communication skills and interacting with customers.
• Experience lifting 90lbs. or more.

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

• 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 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.
• 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.

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.