Maintainer Office​/On-Site - TC-

Introduction

Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity! The State of Connecticut, Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is seeking a qualified and experienced individual for the position of Maintainer to join our team within the Physical Plant.

• Location:
  
  287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT
• Schedule:
  
  Full‑Time (37.5 hours), 2nd Shift, Monday – Friday 2:00pm – 10:00pm
• Position Number: 89137

• New State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Healthy work/life balance for all employees

For over 160 years, DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in 'serving those who have served.' This is accomplished through our Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

• Perform preventive maintenance tasks such as checking gauges, steam trap indicators, belt tension, etc.
• Change filters (water, gas, HVACR, etc.)
• Inspect doors for damage; tighten hinges, cabinets, and lubricate as needed
• Replace castors, clean grease traps, clean strainers, boilers
• Perform minor repairs (patch walls, replace washers, repair leaks in toilets, drinking fountains)
• Attach shelving; put up bulletin boards and pictures; clean motor housings, ducts, mechanical equipment
• Act as relief person for other maintenance employees; perform custodial functions as required
• Move furniture and perform related duties as required

• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions; learn policies and procedures
• Operate and maintain tools and equipment used in daily work
• Record keeping

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

• Experience providing services for a facility that operates 24/7/365
• Experience working in a healthcare environment
• Experience with custodial duties
• Experience with building and equipment maintenance
• Valid driver's license
• Experience with trades such as electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting

• May be required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications

• Adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, visual and auditory acuity, and maintain physical fitness to perform duties
• Physical examination may be required

• May need to lift moderate to heavy weights
• May be exposed to extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive/abusive patients or clients
• May require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance
• May require use of protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER – The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the application of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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.