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Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) (37.5 Hour)
Job Location:
Job Location:
New Haven, CT - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 65516 - 65516
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
6 September 2026 (8 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Introduction
Are you a self-starter with experience in tasks in the heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration trade
Join us and be part of a revolutionary team shaping the future!
THE POSITION
The State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is now hiring for a Qualified Craft Worker (HVACR) to join their team! This position directlysupports public health and safety bymaintaining proper ventilation temperature control humidity levelsand indoor air quality in agency facilities.
HVAC systems regulate airflowfiltration and air exchange rates that reduce airbornecontaminants and maintain safe occupancy facilitiesserving the publicsuch as administrative offices healthcareenvironments detention centers schools or public service buildingsmalfunctioning HVAC systems can lead to: Unsafe indoor air quality; Mold growth and moisture damage; Heat- or cold-related health risks; and Disruption of critical public services. This HVAC Technicianensures preventive maintenance timely repairs andsystem monitoring to maintain safe environmental conditions for employees visitors and vulnerable populations.
HIGHLIGHTS
- FACILITY:Connecticut Mental Health Center (CMHC)
- LOCATION:34 Park Street New Haven CT
- UNIT:Plant Operations Maintenance
- SCHEDULE: Full-Time 37.5 Hours First Shift 7:30am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday
- POSITION NUMBER:153645
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
- Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- A healthy work/life balance to all employees
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO
- Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
- Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
- Assist our clients so they can achieve success;
- Make a difference in the public sector; and
- Work together in a collaborative team environment.
ABOUT US
DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic comprehensive effective and efficient services and supports that foster dignity respect and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
CMHC is an urban community mental health center with an exceptional 50-year tradition of serving individuals with serious mental illness. We aim to treat people with mental illness in their communities to provide a place for researchers from many fields to find new treatments and to teach professionals in the care of mental illness.
PLEASE NOTE
- A comprehensive medical examination including a drug screening will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.
- All state employees must adhere to Connecticuts Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- 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.
- 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 by the closing date listed on the job posting.
- Resume Policy:PerPublic 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Note: Theonly wayto apply to this posting is via the Apply or Apply Online buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
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- The immediate vacancy is listed above however applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- 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 employer may participate in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm work authorization.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
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.
- At other state agencies: Two (2) years of experience as a Qualified Craft Worker Trainee in a designated maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.
- 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Possess HVAC License (D2 S2)
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.
CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS
At state airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.
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 of the class.
- A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles; and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment extreme weather conditions and/or environmental conditions.
- The appointing authority may require completion of hazardous materials training programs such as asbestos PCB PFAS consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.
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.
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