Qualified Craft Worker (Electrical)

State of Connecticut•Middletown, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF), John Dempsey Hospital, is seeking a Qualified Craft Worker (Electrical) position based in Middletown, CT. This position is accountable for independently performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment and systems. At DCF, the mission is partnering with communities and empowering families to raise resilient children who thrive. The department is proud of its diverse and dedicated workforce who strive every day to meet the needs of those they encounter. Currently, they are seeking individuals looking to advance their careers and make a difference.

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the electrical trade.
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled electrical trades.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard electrical trade practices.
Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
Ability to prepare estimates and keep shop records.
Ability to utilize computer software.
Possession and retention of a State of Connecticut electrical license.
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.

Nice To Haves

A current state of Connecticut E1 or E2 license is required

Responsibilities

Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard electrical trade practices and codes.
Lays out and installs electrical conduit for power and lighting.
Makes repairs to electrical motors, controllers, switchboard panels, traffic lights, lights, power circuits, ventilating fans, electronic counting and traffic control devices, intercommunication systems and electrical generators.
Installs open and concealed wiring and lighting fixtures.
Maintains and repairs unit heaters, fans, building maintenance machines and equipment, gas pumps, refrigeration units, diesel electric generators, movable bridges, fire alarm systems, etc.
Repairs relays and switches.
Rewires motors.
Bends pipes.
Installs, repairs and maintains oil burners.
Performs necessary safety testing of electrical equipment and keeps required records.
Performs pole work.
Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks.
Keeps necessary records.
May diagnose failures and repair drilling and patching to facilitate installations.
May assist in high voltage work.
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.