Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator) (37.5 Hour) #250226-0381TC-002

Introduction
Are you looking to work in our state providing safe and secure transportation for our agency? If so, we want you to join us! The State of Connecticut , the Department of Children and Families (DCF) is accepting applications for several qualified and motivated Maintainers (Driver/Equipment Operators) throughout Connecticut. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive difference in the community.


Positions Details
These positions will be full-time, 37.5 hours per week. After your initial training period, schedules are Monday - Friday 11am - 7pm and may include holidays, and weekends Daily travel is required in this position. This is a statewide recruitment, however applicants from the Bridgeport, Danbury. Milford, Norwalk, New Haven, and Waterbury areas are encouraged to apply.


As a Maintainer (Driver/Equipment Operator), your key responsibilities will include:

• Safely operate and maintain various types of vehicles and equipment.
• Provide transportation services for agency needs, ensuring timely and secure delivery.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Strictly adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.
• Successfully implement transportation schedules and routes as determined by the department.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure flawless execution of daily tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle usage, maintenance, and reports.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to internal and external collaborators.
  
  
  

Why Join Us?
At the State of Connecticut, DCF, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and encouraging work environment. Our team is ambitious, dedicated, and driven to compete at a world-class level in providing services to our community. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development, ensuring that you can build a successful and fulfilling career with us.

• Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Join a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is featured on America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our growing job market and dedication to encouraging a growing workforce, Connecticut is an excellent choice for professionals and fresh graduates looking to start their careers.
  
  
  

Selection Plan

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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.
• 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.
• 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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov .
• 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: 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.
  
  
  

After You Apply

• 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).
• 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!
• 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.
• 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 www.ct.gov/ethics .
  
  
  

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due 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 Liz Pinette at elizabeth.pinette @ct.gov .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!


PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

Duties
In a state agency this class is accountable for performing duties a substantial amount of time (75%) in one or both of the following areas:

• Transportation of individuals serviced by the agency;
• Grounds care (outside services) equipment operation.
  
  
  

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
See attached addendum.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Skills
• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to
• follow oral and written instructions;
• operate equipment and vehicles used in daily work;
• learn policies and procedures;
• operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
• record keep.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications
Any experience and training which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.


Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with and/or in the transportation of children, adults, and special needs populations.
• Experience with basic record keeping such as logging information.
• Experience creating and maintaining basic reports such as mileage reports.
• Experience writing incident reports.
  
  
  

Special Requirements
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.


Physical Requirements

• Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
• A physical examination may be required.
  
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive patients and/or clients.
• The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program 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.