Qualified Craft Worker (Plumbing and Steamfitting) (37.5 Hour)

DDS South Region • Newington, CT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Central Office, is hiring a full-time Qualified Craft Worker (Plumbing and Steamfitting) for its Fiscal Division. The position is based at the Hartford Regional Center in Newington, Connecticut, and supports the maintenance and care of the facility’s homes. The worker will help maintain licensing and State Fire Marshal compliance and perform work ranging from planned replacements and routine maintenance to emergency plumbing repairs.

In this state-agency job class, the incumbent independently performs a full range of highly skilled plumbing and steamfitting maintenance and repair duties. Work includes installing, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing plumbing, piping, and high-pressure steam systems in state facilities, while coordinating with other trades as needed.

The immediate vacancy is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (first shift). Schedule flexibility is required to meet agency needs.

Requirements

• Four years of experience in tasks in the plumbing and steamfitting trade.
• Two years of the general experience must involve skilled plumbing and steamfitting work.
• Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods, and plumbing and steamfitting trade practices.
• Interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare estimates, maintain shop records, and use computer software.
• Incumbents may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits, and certifications.
• At the University of Connecticut, incumbents must possess and retain an appropriate current State of Connecticut plumbing and pipefitting license.
• Adequate physical strength, stamina, agility, and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties; a physical examination may be required.
• At state airports, candidates may be subject to a thorough background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• P-2 license or above.
• Experience with plumbing practices and codes.
• Experience maintaining and repairing plumbing systems in large commercial buildings and residential homes.
• Experience performing highly skilled and specialized plumbing and steamfitting duties.
• Experience with hydronic HVAC systems and equipment.
• Experience in other construction or building trades.
• Experience with computer systems and electronic work-order systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for Hartford Regional Center homes, including plumbing maintenance.
• Assist with compliance involving licensing requirements and the State Fire Marshal’s office.
• Replace bathrooms, kitchens, and water heaters; perform regular maintenance and respond to emergency leaks and clogged fixtures.
• Perform highly skilled plumbing and steamfitting work in accordance with standard trade practices and codes.
• Assemble, install, and repair air, gas, water, steam, and sewer-disposal systems.
• Cut, bend, ream, and thread pipes; caulk and test joints.
• Install and repair gas, water, steam, and sanitary fixtures.
• Cover and insulate tanks, pipes, and related objects; work with high-pressure hot-water and steam systems.
• Perform minor fuel-specific-gravity and gas-leak tests and add water-treatment chemicals to boilers.
• Estimate time, staffing, and required materials for assigned tasks; obtain materials and maintain necessary records.
• As needed, braze pipes; inspect and repair steam traps, system-fed vaults, and medical-gas systems; remove pipe insulation using OSHA-approved methods; perform related trade duties; liaise with other operating units and outside contacts; operate heavy equipment; and respond to fire or crash emergencies at state-owned airports.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
• Work-life balance.
• The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer; qualifying student loans may be eligible for forgiveness after 10 years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed