HVAC Technician (Now hiring for a first‑shift HVAC Technician at CVH)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCommercial systems, real equipment, and predictable hours.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe�Connecticut�Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is seeking a full‑time (37.5 hours/week)�HVAC Technician�(PCN�25367) for the�Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)�in Middletown.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSchedule\r\n• First shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM\r\n• Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week (�-hour unpaid lunch)\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat We Can Offer You\r\n\r\n\r\n•�Comprehensive state employee benefits\r\n•�Access to the�State Employee Benefits Overview�page�to explore available options\r\n•�Professional growth and development opportunities\r\n•�A commitment to supporting a healthy�work/life balance\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPosition Highlights\r\n\r\n\r\n• Performs highly skilled HVACR work in accordance with trade practices and codes on heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems\r\n• Operates, maintains, installs, and repairs complex HVACR systems, including equipment using Freon, chilled water, and advanced air-handling components\r\n• Monitors and troubleshoots computerized control systems, ensuring proper airflow, pressurization, and system performance\r\n• Independently plans and executes work, including estimating materials, determining cooling requirements, and completing technical tasks with minimal supervision\r\n• Interprets technical data such as psychrometric charts and performs diagnostic tasks including minor fuel tests, gas leak checks, and water treatment adjustments\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nA comprehensive medical examination, including drug screening, is required following a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must comply with�Connecticut’s Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAbout Us\r\nDMHAS is dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of individuals with behavioral health needs through an integrated, holistic network of services that foster dignity, respect, and self‑sufficiency.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCVH provides trauma informed gender responsive treatment that empowers individuals to manage recovery, improve quality of life and return to the community.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Selection Plan

For Assistance in Applying\r\n• Review the�Applicant Tips on How to Apply.\r\n• Visit the�Applicant Reference Library�for additional support throughout the recruitment process.\r\n\r\n\r\nBefore You Apply\r\n•�Meet Minimum Qualifications:�Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the posting by the closing date. These qualifications must be clearly specified on your application.\r\n•�Educational Credits:�List your earned credits and degrees accurately. Institutions must be accredited. For foreign education, provide equivalency documentation from a recognized U.S. accrediting service.\r\n•�Resume Policy:�Per�Public Act 21‑69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. Additional documents (cover letter, transcripts, performance reviews, etc.) may be requested later.\r\n•�Preferred Shift/Location:�Select all locations and shifts you are willing to work. Failure to do so may limit your consideration for specific vacancies.\r\n•�Timely Submission:�All application materials must be submitted by the posting deadline. Revisions cannot be made after you submit. Late submissions are rarely accepted; applicants may request exceptions by emailing�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov�and providing documentation of incapacitating circumstances during the entire posting period.\r\n•�Salary Calculations:�For current state employees, salary calculations may differ between branches of state government.\r\n•�How to Apply:�The only way to apply is through the “Apply” or “Apply Online” buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center posting.\r\n\r\n\r\nAfter You Apply\r\n•�Check Your Status:�Email providers may delay messages. Regularly review your�Personal Status Board�for updates, questionnaires, and tasks. You may also enable SMS notifications.\r\n•�Referral Questions:�You may be required to complete Referral Questions (RQs) after the posting closes. Access them through your email or your Personal Status Board.\r\n•�Prepare for an Interview:�Only candidates whose experience aligns most closely with the role will be interviewed. Review the�Interview Preparation Guide�to get ready.\r\n•�Stay Connected:�Monitor your Personal Status Board daily and check all email folders (including spam).\r\n•�Future Vacancies:�Applications to this recruitment may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.\r\n•�Employment Rules:�Positions are filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit rules. Employees are also bound by the State Code of Ethics (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 individual status updates. For recruitment updates, check your Personal Status Board or review the Frequently Asked Questions. For additional questions about the process, contact Ben Beaudry at�Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov.\r\n

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.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard HVACR trade practices and codes on air systems used in heating, ventilating and refrigeration;�\r\n 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;�\r\n Determines required cooling capacity of units needed for small areas;�\r\n Uses and interprets a psychometric chart;�\r\n Controls and measures air flow, room air changes and room pressurizing;�\r\n Monitors computerized control systems;�\r\n Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks;�\r\n Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers;�\r\n Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks;�\r\n Keeps necessary records;�\r\n In smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area;�\r\n May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required;�\r\n May install, modify, repair and assemble electrical or pneumatic controls for this type of equipment;�\r\n May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations;�\r\n May remove pipe insulation materials associated with repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods;�\r\n May act as liaison with other operating units and outside contacts;�\r\n May operate heavy equipment;�\r\n May respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state owned airports;�\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n\r\n Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard HVACR trade practices;�\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 prepare estimates and keep shop records;�\r\n utilize computer software.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trade.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades.\r\n\r\n\r\nNOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n\r\n Connecticut HVAC License (D1, D2, S1, or S2)\r\n EPA Univeral Certification (Section 608)\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n\r\n 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.\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.\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 thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.\r\n

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n\r\n 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.\r\n A physical examination may be required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

WORKING CONDITIONS

\r\n\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\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