Supervising Stationary Engineer (40 Hour)(Office/On-Site)

Introduction

Are you passionate about serving those who have served our country?

Learn more and apply today to be a crucial part of supporting Connecticut veterans!



THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) is now hiring for a Supervising Stationary Engineer to join their skilled nursing facility. This position will be responsible for the oversight of our central steam plant which supplies heat and hot water to over 700,000 sq. ft. of building space through 1.5 miles of underground tunnels, power generation of over 1000kw, and water treatment and supply. Please note you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above to be considered for this position (see Selection Plan for additional details).

HIGHLIGHTS

• ADDRESS: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT
• SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
• POSITION NUMBER: 2851

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A health work/life balance to all employees

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Engage in a rewarding career;
• Provide support to a division 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;
• Work together in a collaborative team environment.

ABOUT US

For over 140 years, DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA:

• Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community;
• Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.

When you walk through the doors of the Healthcare Center (HCC), one immediately feels a sense of community, comfort, and camaraderie. The HCC stands apart from other 24-hour care centers with full time Physicians and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses on staff. Our highly trained staff is dedicated to providing compassionate care to meet the unique needs of Veteran patients, built on the foundation of integrity, honor, and respect. We pride ourselves on fostering these qualities as we honor Veteran patients for their service and encourage the innate bond between them.

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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Please Note: In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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. In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.
• 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 Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for supervising the operation, maintenance and repair of high pressure steam heating and power plants and auxiliary utilities in large state institutions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff including operation, maintenance and repair of heating, generating, hot water and refrigeration equipment and possibly such related or allied equipment as used in electrical distribution, laundry, firefighting and sewage disposal for the purpose of ensuring continuous operation;
• Provides staff training and assistance;
• Conducts performance evaluations;
• Determines priorities and plans plant work;
• Establishes and maintains plant procedures;
• Develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards;
• Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;
• Prepares reports and correspondence;
• Conducts regular and special inspections of plant equipment and operations;
• Maintains logs, charts, and records of fuel used, power generated, operations, repairs, inventories, etc.;
• Prepares budgets and makes recommendations as to equipment purchases or contractual repairs;
• May perform duties as outlined in lower level classifications within this series;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • and ability to operate, maintain, inspect and make running repairs to boiler and engine room, generating and related mechanical equipment;
  • and ability to maintain building utility equipment including power, light, water, sewage, steam and plumbing lines;
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to utilize computer software;
• Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam heating and generating equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of the General Experience must have been in a lead capacity.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Lead Stationary Engineer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a healthcare environment consisting of domicile and long-term care
• Experience with medium and high-pressure steam boilers
• Experience with high voltage equipment
• Experience with water chemistry in a boiler system
• Experience supervising staff in a central steam plant
• Experience working in a 24/7 environment

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 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Incumbents in this class may be exposed to significant levels of noise, dust, and heat and may be exposed to risk of injury from equipment.
• 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.