Qualified Craft Worker (Carpentry) (40 Hour)

Introduction

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) seeks a qualified individual for the position of Qualified Craft Worker (Carpentry).� This position is located at the Region 1 office in Newington and is 40 hours per week.�� Continue to Enjoy: NEW: A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform an article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings Paid time off including paid holidays� A culture that encourages�work/life balance Professional growth and development opportunities Work for a Forbes top company:�State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023�- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.� Click�here�for more information. Position Details: First shift Monday-Friday,�7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m This position is categorized as Level 1 and the individual is required to accept emergency assignments Position Responsibilities: The position is designed for a candidate who will be spending the majority of their time performing highly skilled carpentry tasks involving fabrication, installation, and repair of various building components including interior and exterior walls, cabinetry, roofing, flooring, doors and windows. In order to successfully perform the duties of a Qualified Craft Worker (Carpentry), candidates will be expected to use a computer for� sending email correspondence via Outlook and will be issued a state-owned cell phone for other communications related to work.

Selection Plan

To Apply: In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.� You must specify your qualifications on your application. In order to comply with�Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. Please ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system. Applicants who submit and subsequently withdraw their application will not be able to resubmit for the same posting. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.� It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.� Requests should be made to�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. For Assistance In Applying: Please�read�or�watch�our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Important Next Step Information for After You Apply: Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.� These documents may include:� a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. The immediate vacancies are listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. 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 which is available at�www.ct.gov/ethics Connect With Us: Due to the large volume of applications received, the State of Connecticut is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Hayley Newhouse at�Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency, this class is accountable for performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the carpentry trade area.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard carpentry trade practices and codes; performs alterations, repairs and maintenance of structures and facilities; performs skilled bench work, operating with such equipment as power saws, jointers, wood lathes, planers, boring, sanding and mortising machines; builds and repairs cabinets; cleans, sharpens and repairs hand and bench tools; lays resilient flooring and Formica; makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks; keeps necessary records; in smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area; may perform duties related to similar trade areas as required; may cut glass and glaze windows; may fabricate signs; 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard carpentry trade practices; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records; some ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in the carpentry trade.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled carpentry trades. Note: For State Employees, this is interpreted at the level of Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for two (2) years of the General Experience. 2. Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Intern in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. 3. Experience performing technical duties within the carpentry trade area on a military base, aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General and Special Experience on a year for year basis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with highly skilled carpentry fabrication, installation, and repair in a safe and efficient manner. Experienced in installation and repair of various manufacturers of commercial overhead doors. Experienced in diagnosing roofing-related moisture intrusion and repairing various roofing systems. Experienced in installation, taping, and finishing gypsum wall board. Experienced in troubleshooting and repairing building envelope moisture intrusion problems. Experience with Microsoft 365 including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications. 2. At the University of Connecticut: Incumbents in this class must have graduated from a vocational or technical school with a diploma and/or official transcript designating completion of course work in carpentry or have equivalent postsecondary formal education from an accredited association or institution.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

At State Airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. 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 of the class. 2. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles; and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment, extreme weather conditions and/or environmental conditions. 2. The appointing authority may require completion of hazardous materials training such as asbestos, PCB, PFAS, consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class.

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.