The vacancy is in the Department of Public Works. Under general supervision, assists in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City buildings. Performs a variety of skilled plumbing and heating tasks and incidental maintenance and repair work in the related building trades. Installs new plumbing including pipes, valves, vents, drains and lines, and a variety of fixtures and equipment. Repairs and maintains existing facilities replacing damaged parts, valves, and washers, and cleans traps, drains, and lines. Installs steam and heating materials including valves, dials, traps, steampipes, and a variety of heating equipment. Repairs and maintains a variety of heating equipment and auxiliary steam equipment. Performs a variety of maintenance and repair work in related building trades. Incumbent(s) may be required to perform additional related duties. This is a 1716 Union position, and the hours of work are 40 hours a week.

The examination will consist of rating of your training and experience as contained on your application and may also include a written test, an oral test or both. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination is designated to measure: Knowledge of the materials, tools, and techniques of the plumbing and heating trades; Knowledge of national and city plumbing and heating codes; Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the plumbing and heating trades; Ability to work independently from sketches, blue prints, and oral and written instructions; Ability to perform maintenance tasks in other related building trades; Ability to make time and materials estimates; Skill in the use and care of the tools of the plumbing and heating trades.

Graduation from a standard high school, G.E.D, or vocational school AND Three (3) years of combined experience as a journeyman plumber and steamfitter.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a license as a journeyman plumber and steamfitter as issued by the State of Connecticut.

HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a city physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3- 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, located on the www.hartfordct.gov page along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.

The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.