Transportation Maintainer 2 (40 Hour) (DURATIONAL)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Connecticut Airport Authority (CAA), is a State of Connecticut quasi-public agency that was established to develop, improve and operate Bradley International Airport and the state's five general aviation airports (Danielson, Groton-New London, Hartford-Brainard, Waterbury-Oxford, and Windham).� The CAA’s Board consists of 11 members with a broad spectrum of experience in aviation-related and other industries, as well as government.� The goal of the CAA is to make Connecticut's airports more attractive to new airlines, bring in new routes, and support Connecticut's overall economic development and growth strategy.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe�CAA is recruiting for a Durational Transportation Maintainer 2 position located at the Groton/New London General Aviation Airport, located in Groton, CT. This is a first-shift, 40 hour per week position, Monday - Friday for a duration of 6 months, with no employee benefits. Hours to be determined upon hire, which will include a half-hour unpaid meal period.� The airport is staffed 7 days per week.� Overtime work is required on nights, holidays and weekends.��\r\n\r\n\r\nPosition Requirements:\r\n\r\n\r\n The individual in this role must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal.\r\n There is mandatory winter overtime from November 1st through April 30th, and snow removal can last for several days and nights.\r\n This position requires using permitted techniques for wildlife management and will require a safety course relative to that requirement.\r\n Airport safety and security are a priority.��\r\n In-state travel is required.\r\n This position requires a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate at the time of application, and must be kept current as a condition of employment with the CAA.\r\n An individual serving in this position must be able to successfully undergo a thorough background and security screening, physical examination including pre-employment drug screening, fingerprinting and maintain required security clearance during the duration of employment.�\r\n Incumbents in this class must obtain Bradley movement area certification, allowing them to independently operate vehicles and equipment on Airfield movement areas while effectively communicating with Air Traffic Control for proper clearance.� Movement area certification must be maintained during the duration of employment.\r\n\r\nAbout Bradley Airport and the CAA:\r\nBradley International Airport (BDL) is New England's second-largest airport. Recognized nationally by leading travel publications for its ease of travel, BDL is ready to welcome you with new non-stops and expanded services.� The award-winning airport is operated by the Connecticut Airport Authority, and its operations are entirely self-funded.� The airport contributes nearly $3.6 billion to the regional economy.� For more information, visit www.bradleyairport.com.\r\n\r\n\r\nFor more info, visit www.ctairports.org.\r\n\r\n

Selection Plan

For Assistance in Applying:�\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\n\r\n\r\nBefore You Apply:�\r\n\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.��\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.� Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing Carol Stewart at cstewart@ctairports.org.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAfter You Apply:�\r\n\r\n\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).� �\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.�\r\n\r\n\r\nQuestions? We're here to help:\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Shavonne Sanders at ssanders@ctairports.org.\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable\r\nfor performing a variety of moderately skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of state roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports, and other departmental facilities; operates and\r\nmaintains complex mechanical equipment; works as a moderately skilled mechanic in garages in the\r\nroutine repair of mechanical equipment.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

See attached addendum.\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n\r\n Knowledge of\r\n \r\n the construction, maintenance, and repair techniques of roadsides, roadways, bridges, or airports;�\r\n the processes and materials used in the construction and maintenance trades;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Skills\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;�\r\n oral and written communication skills;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n use and make routine repairs to complex mechanical equipment;�\r\n operate equipment as listed on the attached addendum;�\r\n understand and follow written and oral instructions;�\r\n utilize computer software.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience in the construction, landscaping, commercial driving, snow plowing,\r\nmaintenance and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports, in work involving the operation\r\nand care of mechanical equipment or work in one of the recognized maintenance trades.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n\r\n Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of the\r\n subject requirements in one of the maintenance trades may be substituted for the General\r\n Experience.\r\n Successful completion of the Transportation Maintenance Registered Apprenticeship Program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Working experience in an airport environment.\r\n Experience operating heavy equipment (snow plows, zero turn mowers, 9-tons, pay loader).\r\n Good mechanical skills.\r\n Snow removal operation experience.\r\n Experience with snow blowers, brooms and large snow plows.\r\n Experience with radio monitoring and communications.\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain\r\n appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.\r\n Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including\r\n snow and ice removal, whenever their services are required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

At state airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a\r\nthorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for\r\nappointment.\r\n

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n\r\n Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and\r\n visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness in order to perform the duties of\r\n the class.\r\n A physical examination will be required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

WORKING CONDITIONS

\r\n\r\n Incumbents in this class are exposed to extremes of weather conditions, to frequent lifting of\r\n heavy weights, to highly dangerous road and traffic conditions, including exposure to heights when\r\n working on bridges, to poison ivy, insect bites and allergy irritants during summer months, and to\r\n loud and potentially dangerous machinery.\r\n The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with\r\n EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may\r\n be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n