Recruitment #210111-6822TC-001
Location |
Groton, CT
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Date Opened | 1/13/2021 12:00:00 PM |
Salary | $53,912- $69,515/year (Individuals new to state service start at minimum of the pay plan) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 2/4/2021 11:59:00 PM |
The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut's Facilities Operations Department, Avery Point Campus, has a job opening for a Qualified Craft Worker (QCW) Electrician. This is a permanent, full-time, position 37.5 hours per week. The work schedule is 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with an unpaid half an hour for lunch. The hourly salary is $27.55/hour and is non-negotiable. This position offers a full benefits package including medical and dental insurance.
This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that effect campus operations. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends or holidays).
NOTE: This position is categorized as “Open to the Public”; current UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process.
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application.
Applicants are required to indicate on their application (under the Licenses and Professional Certification section of the application) the specific current electrical license held, along with the issuing agency, license number, date issued and expiration date.
If selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide the names, titles and phone numbers of three professional references. In addition, current state employees will be asked to provide copies of their last two (2) performance appraisals and attendance records for the last two (2) years. Employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check.
Applicants must possess a current motor vehicle operator license. A current Connecticut E-1 or E-2 license is required and must be retained throughout employment with the University.
Questions pertaining to this position should be directed to UConn HR’s Services Unit phone number, 860-486-3034.
Performs highly skilled maintenance and/or construction work requiring application of trade skills, codes and standard trade practices in electrical, plumbing, utilities, or HVACR trade areas; makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials; keeps necessary records; may perform duties related to similar trade areas as required; 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.
ELECTRICAL: Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with national and local codes and standard trade practices; lays out and installs electrical conduit for power and lighting; makes repairs to electrical motors, controllers, switchboard panels, traffic lights, lights, power circuits, ventilating fans, electronic counting and traffic control devices, intercommunication systems and electrical generators; installs open and concealed wiring and lighting fixtures; maintains and repairs unit heaters, fans, building maintenance machines and equipment, gas pumps, refrigeration units, diesel electric generators, movable bridges, fire alarm systems, etc.; repairs relays and switches; rewires motors; bends pipes; installs, repairs and maintains oil burners; performs necessary safety testing of electrical equipment and keeps required records; performs pole work; may diagnose failures and repair drilling and patching to facilitate installations; may assist in high voltage work.
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following experience/training:
1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications including possession and retention of an Unlimited Journeyperson's license in the trade area indicated by the parenthetical title.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain specific education and/or experience to meet various certification requirements.
3. Applicant must have a current State of Connecticut E-1 or E-2 License.
4. Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints for building and utility systems.
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.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp
Information concerning the University’s policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement, Non-Discrimination Policy, Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConn’s Job page at: https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/
The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University’s teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn’s ranking as one of the nation’s top research universities. UConn’s faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.