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Qualified Craft Worker (Automotive And Mechanical Equipment) - #260106-6727FM-00

Connecticut, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, us, 06067

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Introduction

Do you have experience in the automotive and mechanical equipment trade? If so, we encourage you to read below and apply today! The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is now accepting applications for CDL Automotive/Diesel Mechanic, Qualified Craft Worker (Automotive and Mechanical Equipment) positions with openings in Rocky Hill, CT. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024! POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Full time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday First shift (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM) This is an on‑site position; it does not have a telework option POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Residency within 30 miles of the job location. For candidates without a CDL: As a condition of permanent employment, selected candidates must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) A or B, with 'tank and airbrake endorsements', and a valid Medical Examiner’s Card (MEC) within 6‑months of initial employment. Selected candidates will be enrolled in, and expected to complete, an agency‑paid selected CDL training program to assist in preparation for CDL licensure. This requires a selected candidate to obtain a CDL learning permit from the Department of Motor Vehicles. If candidates selected do not already have a CDL, they will need to have their Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) prior to starting. For candidates who already possess a CDL: Be sure to indicate the type, issuing agency, license number, expiration date, and all endorsements in the 'Licenses and Professional Certifications' section of your application. You will also be required to thoroughly complete the Connecticut Department of Transportation Commercial Driver Supplement (CTDOT‑CDL‑1) form. Candidates who currently possess a Medical Examiner’s Card (MEC), be sure to include the MEC expiration date in the 'Licenses and Professional Certifications' section of your application form. Interviews will be limited to candidates who meet the experience and training requirements most closely. Those applicants who hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) who are invited to interview will be required to produce a copy of their current valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B, and valid Medical Examiner’s Card (MEC) at time of interview. As a support to Highway Operations units, various storm events will require employees to be at work prior to, during, and after a storm or weather event, which at times could be up to a period of several days, to include holidays and weekends. Additionally, in preparation for the winter season, overtime may be required to prepare the fleet and equipment. Must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, whenever your services are needed, including mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30. Candidates must show how they meet the required knowledge and experience on their application to proceed further in the hiring process. Prior to hire, selected candidates will be required to complete a pre‑employment physical and work assessment, which will include a respirator physical to be in compliance with the Department’s Respirator Policy. A respirator fit test will be performed upon hire. YOUR CAREER WITH US

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT’s mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here! We are looking for energetic and driven team players who are passionate about serving the public and about the work we do within the Bureau of Highway Operations to deliver the DOT’s mission. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard automotive and mechanical equipment trade practices and codes; diagnoses failure in all types of automotive and heavy mobile equipment; services, dismantles, overhauls and reassembles front ends, engines, standard and automatic transmissions, rear ends, hydraulic systems and automotive electrical systems; constructs and repairs any needed parts; welds or brazes parts by oxyacetylene torch or electric welding; 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 operate testing equipment required to diagnose automotive electronic components; 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 automotive and mechanical equipment trade practices; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records; utilize computer software. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the automotive and mechanical equipment trade. Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled automotive and mechanical equipment trades. (For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.) MENTIONS OF SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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. Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Trainee in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. Experience performing technical duties within the automotive and mechanical equipment 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 performing diesel, B‑Tech level, and light truck repairs. Education in diesel technology repairs and/or auto repairs, and heavy equipment repair. Experience maintaining and performing diagnostic repairs in relation to various makes and models, heavy trucks, construction equipment, and small engines. Experience working with automotive repair software, including diagnostic and repair information research. Experience with vehicle electric system diagnosis. Experience in the areas of repair welding and fabrication. Experience diagnosing and repairing basic hydraulic systems. Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with record keeping. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications. 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

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. A physical examination may be required. WORKING CONDITIONS

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. The appointing authority may require completion of hazardous materials training programs, 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. 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.

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