QCW HVACR Waterbury Campus 1st Shift Monday - Friday 700 am - 300 pm one position
QCW HVACR Waterbury Campus 1st Shift Monday - Friday 700 am - 300 pm one position
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$ 62359 - 80175
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Job Description
Salary Range: $62359.00 $80175.00 Yearly. Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan.
Link to Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR):
UConn offers the following benefits for NP2 employees:
- Excellent and affordable healthcare options
- Full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. For more information please visit: retirement benefits (SERS Retirement plan). For more information please visit: University offers a competitive salary and outstanding benefits and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations. Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights weekends or holidays).
Please note that Facilities Operations NP2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses. This position may provide HVACR support on a regular basis to the Stamford Campus specifically.
This position is categorized as Open to the Public; current UConn NP2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process.
SELECTION PLAN
To Apply:
Applicants must possess and maintain a current motor vehicle operator license. A current Connecticut Heating Piping or Cooling license is required and must be retained throughout employment with the University.
- In order to be considered for this job opening you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. PageUp applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge Skill and Ability Minimum Qualifications and Special Requirements sections of the position have been met. Please also be sure to demonstrate how you meet any of the Preferred Qualifications that you may have.
- Ensure that your PageUp Application is complete and detailed before submitting it. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the PageUp system.
- If applicable applicants are strongly encouraged to indicate on their application (under the JobRelated Academic Technical or Vocational Training section of the application) the name(s) of any Educational Institution(s) attended in trade related subjects particularly in HVACR and to indicate the (in person and/or online) course(s) studies Address City State where the Educational Institution(s) are located the years attended and the number of Credits earned or Diploma Earned.
- If applicable applicants are strongly encouraged to indicate on their application (under the Licenses and Professional Certification section of the application) any current trade license(s) held along with the issuing agency license number date issued and expiration date.
- Although it is not required applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter resume and a list of three professional work related references along with their contact information.
Important Next Steps Information:
- At any point during the recruitment process applicants may be contacted via email and provided with an opportunity to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter resume performance reviews attendance records supervisory references licensure etc. at the discretion of the hiring department. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
- If selected for an interview you will be asked to supply the names titles and phone numbers of three professional workrelated references. In addition current State of Connecticut employees at UConn or other State Agencies may be asked to provide copies of their last two 2 performance appraisals and CORE attendance records. Employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a preemployment physical examination including drug testing as well as a criminal background check.
- Please regularly check your email provided on your application for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places autonotification emails in a users spam.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS
In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the maintenance and repair of heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard HVACR trade practices and codes on air systems used in heating ventilating and refrigeration;
- Operates maintains repairs installs modifies and assembles air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and systems which may use Freon or chilled water for air cooling means and air or water for condenser means;
- Determines required cooling capacity of units needed for small areas;
- Uses and interprets a psychometric chart;
- Controls and measures air flow room air changes and room pressurizing;
- Monitors computerized control systems;
- Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks;
- Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers;
- Makes estimates of time personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks;
- Keeps necessary records;
- In smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area;
- May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required;
- May install modify repair and assemble electrical or pneumatic controls for this type of equipment;
- May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations;
- May remove pipe insulation materials associated with repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods;
- 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.
KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
- Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools materials methods and standard HVACR trade practices;
- Skills
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to
- prepare estimates and keep shop records;
- utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Four 4 years of experience in tasks in the heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration trade.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
Two 2 years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration trades.
NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
- Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for two 2 years of the General Experience.
- At the University of Connecticut: Satisfactory performance and completion of the UConn Facilities Internship Training Program may be substituted for the General and Special Experience as determined by UConn Facilities Operations and Human Resources Management.
- Experience performing technical duties within the HVACR trade area on a military base aircraft carrier or large compound may be substituted for the General and Special Experience on a year for year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- University of Connecticut: Incumbents in this class are required to possess and retain appropriate current licenses permits and/or certifications including possession and retention of a State of Connecticut heating piping and/or cooling license.
- Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses permits and/or certifications.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
- Applicants must have a current motor vehicle operator license.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints for building and utility systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- An active S2 or S1 license.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in the heating air conditioning and refrigeration trade.
- Current universal certificate for refrigerant transition and recovery.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class must have 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.
- A physical examination may be required.
- Incumbents in this class will be required to drive and operate motor vehicles including but not limited to vans box trucks and pickup trucks ranging in size from compact midsize fullsize and heavyduty some of which are equipped with lift gates.
- Incumbents must have adequate physical strength and agility to walk up and down stairs frequently and climb ladders independently. Must be able to lift carry and push material weighing up to 75 lbs. Must have the ability to utilize ladders scaffolding highlifts and enter confined spaces. Must be able to inspect troubleshoot and repair equipment that is part of a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems. Incumbents must possess the ability to utilize tools perform the required duties set forth above and will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a preemployment criminal background check and preemployment physical.
These positions are categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights weekends or holidays).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
This job posting is anticipated to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on April 30 2025.
All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at concerning the Universitys policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement NonDiscrimination Policy Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConns Job page at: members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of and contribute to an inclusive respectful and diverse environment for the University community.
The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employees unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
