Salary Range: $51,664.00-$67,299.00 Yearly (Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan)

Link to JOB SPEC: https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0382TC&R1=&R3=

INTRODUCTION

The State of Connecticut, University of Connecticut's Student Union and Event Services department has one job opening for a General Trades Worker (GTW) on the Storrs Campus. This is a permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours/week position, 2nd shift, 3 pm - 11 pm, Saturday-Wednesday. Working under the supervision of the Building Services Manager, the successful candidate will be accountable for performing a full range of skilled maintenance requiring the application of trade skills in the Student Union building and the Student Recreation Center.

This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. The individual in this role must be willing to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends, holidays).

SELECTION PLAN

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. Applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge, Skill and Ability, Minimum Qualifications, and Special Requirement sections of the position have been met. Please also be sure to demonstrate how you meet any of the preferred qualifications that you may have. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted.

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 of Connecticut employee applicants at UConn or other State Agencies may be asked to provide copies of their last two (2) performance appraisals and their CORE attendance records.   

At any point in the recruitment process, applicants may be contacted via email and provided an opportunity to submit additional documentation that supports their qualification(s) for this position.  These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

PURPOSES OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

This class is accountable for performing highly skilled trades duties in various trade areas.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs highly skilled maintenance and/or construction work requiring the application of trade skills, codes, and standard trade practices in a variety of trade areas including but not limited to: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVACR, glazing, masonry, painting work, etc.; makes estimates of time, personnel, and material required on assigned tasks; keeps necessary records; in smaller trade areas, may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area; performs duties related to the trade or trade areas as required; at State-owned airports may be required to stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations; may operate and maintain heavy earth moving equipment; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply the standard tools, materials, methods, and practices of a variety of trade areas; 
• Skills
  • interpersonal skills; 
  • oral and written communication skills; 
• Ability to
  • prepare estimates and keep shop records; 
  • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in one or more trade areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled trade functions in one or more trade areas.

Note:  For State Employees this is interpreted at or above the level of Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2. Housekeeping, custodial, and food services duties will not be considered as qualifying experience.

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. At the University of Connecticut Internship Training Program:  Possession of 4,000 registered on-the-job training (OJT) apprenticeship program hours, recognized by the Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship, along with related instruction hours in the respective maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General Experience for licensed trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVACR) only.
3. At other state agencies: Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Intern may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Highly proficient in the electrical trade.
2. Experience working in a higher education setting is desirable. 
3. Demonstrated experience interacting in a positive manner with customers and responding quickly to customer’s needs is preferred.

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.
2. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and to risk of injury from equipment.
2. The appointing authority may require the completion of 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.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Openings, search #498960. Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional, work-related references along with their contact information.

This job posting is anticipated to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 28, 2025.

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/.