State of Connecticut · 5 hours ago
Skilled Maintainer (37.5 Hour) SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY #251209-0427TC-001
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSouthern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is a diverse and student-centered university dedicated to academic excellence. They are currently recruiting for a full-time Skilled Maintainer position to work in the Facilities Department, responsible for maintenance tasks and assisting in various skilled trades.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Performing one or more tasks of a skilled nature in addition to performing lower level duties
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications
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
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
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 in manual and machine operations of trade or work area skills
Interpersonal skills
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to utilize computer software
Preferred
Preference will be given to current BOR/CSCU employees and/or current State of CT employees prior to filling the position with an external candidate
Benefits
Professional growth and development opportunities.
A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Company
State of Connecticut
The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors.
10001+ employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Heidi B. Pugliese MSN, RN
Chief Executive Officer
Nicole Hernandez
Regional Chief Operating Officer
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