Qualified Craft Worker; Plumbing and Steamfitting Job Norwalk area,Connecticut USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Introduction

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the Department of Developmental Services? The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Central Office, has a vacant Qualified Craft Worker (Plumbing & Steamfitting) position, within DDS's Fiscal Division based out of the West Region, Lower Fairfield Center, Norwalk CT. The Qualified Craft Worker (Plumbing and Steamfitting) will help facilitate the maintenance and care of the Lower Fairfield Center, Norwalk CT, requiring plumbing maintenance needed in the homes.

The incumbent will also assist with compliance with licensing and the state fire marshal’s office. Additional duties will include projects like replacing bathrooms, kitchens, water heaters and regular maintenance, to emergency calls with leaks and the clogging of fixtures. Incumbents will also be responsible for winterizing and opening the camp. START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

LOCATION:

Norwalk, CT

SCHEDULE:

Full time (37 hours/week) | First (1st) Shift, Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:00 pm However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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Professional growth and development opportunities.
A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

IN THIS ROLE, DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

Engage in a rewarding career
Make a difference in the public sector
Work together in a collaborative team environment

OUR MISSION

The mission of DDS is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of plumbing and steamfitting equipment and systems.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard plumbing and steamfitting trade practices and codes;
Assembles, installs and repairs air, gas, water, steam and sewer disposal systems;
Cuts, bends, reams and threads pipes;
Caulks and tests joints;
Installs and repairs gas, water, steam and sanitary fixtures;
Covers and insulates tanks, pipes and related objects;
Works with high pressure hot water and steam systems;
Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks;
Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers;
Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks;
Keeps necessary records;
May braze pipes;
May inspect and repair steam traps and/or vaults fed by main system at various locations;
May remove pipe insulation materials associated with the repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods;
May inspect and repair medical gas systems;
May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required;
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 plumbing and steamfitting trade practices;
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 tasks in the plumbing and steamfitting trade.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled plumbing…