Maintainer

Introduction

Are you an experienced grounds and building maintainer who is committed to creating a clean and safe school environment? If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity to join state service! The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS), is currently looking to hire a Maintainer�for Eli Whitney Technical High School in Hamden, CT. This on-site position is great for someone who is looking to work year-round with the New England seasonal elements specifically in grounds, building and custodial work. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS LOCATION:�Eli Whitney Technical High School�(Hamden, CT) SHIFT: Full-time | first shift | 37.5 hours per week SCHEDULE: 7AM– 3PM, Monday through Friday NOTE: While CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar, this position is year-round! BENEFITS AND BALANCE AT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes: State Employee Retirement System; A variety of medical and dental plans; Sick and personal leave; The State of CT is an eligible Public Services Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. As a CTECS employee, you may also benefit from: Tuition Reimbursement; Extra Income Opportunities; Professional Development; and, Career Growth within our System.� Visit the State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn more! In addition, the State puts an emphasis on: Providing limitless opportunities; Hiring for diverse and fresh perspectives; Performing meaningful work and; Encouraging a healthy work/life balance! YOUR ROLE The role of a Maintainer within CTECS includes a wide range of tasks to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of the school facilities. The candidates selected for this position will be tasked with various duties, including, but not limited to: Lawn care, such as mowing grass and managing weeds; General maintenance of tools and equipment; Moving, loading and unloading, and sometimes assembling, supplies and equipment; Snow and ice removal during winter months to ensure safe passage for students, faculty, and visitors; additional duties related to budling and groundskeeping, including manual lifting.� The Maintainer's role is integral to the schools commitment to providing a safe and functional academic environment. While CTECS follows a ten-month academic calendar, this position is year-round and Maintainers must report to work in various conditions. More details can be found within the 'Example of Duties' and in the class specification.� ABOUT US CT Technical High School System For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners. START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US. Career progression within the State of Connecticut: starting with Maintainer, advancing to Skilled Maintainer, then General Trades Worker, and other roles and specialty paths, such as Qualified Craft Worker or Maintenance Supervisor.

Selection Plan

NEW: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!� Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.� IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THIS RECRUITMENT: Please include any related license, endorsements and/or certification credential details within your application. Be sure to select all locations you are interested in and commutable to. FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:� Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.� BEFORE YOU APPLY:� Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.� Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.� Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.� Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.� Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY:� NEW: Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.” Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!� Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.� The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.�� This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization. Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:� Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Samantha Rivera at Samantha.Rivera@CT.Gov 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 performing basic tasks of an unskilled nature (e.g. requiring little prior experience or training; most tasks can be learned quickly on the job) in one or several of the following areas: Building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial); Grounds care; Food services; Operation of trucks of less than five (5) ton capacity; Parking garage.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

See attached addendum.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Skills interpersonal skills;� oral and written communication skills;� Ability to follow oral and written instructions;� learn policies and procedures;� operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;� record keep.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Maintenance experience in a school setting or large building. Experience with lawn care, such as mowing grass and managing weeds and brush. Experience removing snow and ice from stairways and walkways around large buildings. Experience performing minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work.

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, 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 may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive patients and/or clients. Incumbents in this class may be required to complete 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.