Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) (40 Hour)

State of Connecticut•Danbury, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) is seeking a full-time Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) to support Facilities HVAC Operations in Danbury, Connecticut. The role independently performs a full range of highly skilled maintenance and repair duties for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment and systems, applying standard HVACR trade practices and codes. The position requires four years of HVACR trade experience, including two years performing skilled HVACR work. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, generally Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with rotating weekend coverage. Work may involve two shifts during spring, summer, and fall cooling seasons, and flexibility to work all shifts is required. A medical examination, drug screening, respirator fit testing, and criminal background check are part of the selection process. The work may involve physical exertion, protective equipment, equipment-related injury risks, and exposure to extreme weather or environmental conditions.

Requirements

Four years of experience in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration trade tasks.
Two years of the general experience must involve performing skilled HVACR trade work.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard HVACR tools, materials, methods, and trade practices.
Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to prepare estimates, maintain shop records, and use computer software.
Must meet the State of Connecticut employee eligibility condition described in the posting: current employment with the listed agency for at least six months of full-time or equivalent service, absent applicable collective bargaining language.
A medical examination, drug screen, respirator fit testing, and criminal background check are prerequisites in the selection process.
Adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties.

Nice To Haves

HVAC experience in an industrial, commercial, or institutional environment.
Experience with standard trade practices.
Experience implementing and practicing safety procedures.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Experience preparing estimates and keeping shop records.
Experience using computer software.
Trade license and experience working with steam.
A vocational or technical school diploma completing subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may substitute for two years of general experience.
Two years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Trainee in a designated maintenance trade area may substitute for general and special experience at other state agencies.
Experience performing technical HVACR duties on a military base, aircraft carrier, or large compound may substitute for general and special experience year for year.
For University of Connecticut incumbents, satisfactory performance and completion of the UConn Facilities Internship Training Program may substitute for general and special experience, as determined by UConn Facilities Operations and Human Resources Management.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled HVACR maintenance and repair work in accordance with standard trade practices and codes.
Operate, maintain, repair, install, modify, and assemble air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems using Freon or chilled water for cooling and air or water for condenser systems.
Determine cooling capacity requirements for units serving small areas.
Use and interpret psychometric charts; control and measure airflow, room air changes, and room pressurization.
Monitor computerized control systems.
Perform minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks.
Add water treatment chemicals to boilers.
Estimate labor time and personnel needs, and determine and obtain materials for assigned tasks.
Maintain necessary records and shop documentation.
Perform related trade duties as needed, including electrical or pneumatic control work and inspection or repair of steam traps.
Remove pipe insulation associated with repairs using OSHA-approved methods.
Coordinate with other operating units and outside contacts as needed.
Operate heavy equipment when required.
Respond to fire or crash emergencies at state-owned airports when required.
Perform related duties as required.