Lead Stationary Engineer (40 Hour) (Office/On-site)

Introduction

\r\nAre you a current DMHAS agency employee?\r\nAre you ready to lead a team that keeps vital facility systems running smoothly and safely every day?\r\nIf so, apply today!\r\n\r\nTHE POSITION\r\n\r\nThe�State of Connecticut,�Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services�(DMHAS),��is currently seeking internal candidates for the position of� Lead Stationary Engineer�within the CVH� Power Plant.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPlease 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).\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHIGHLIGHTS\r\n\r\n\r\n FACILITY:�Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH)\r\n DEPARTMENT:�Power Plant\r\n LOCATION:�1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT 06457\r\n SCHEDULE:�Full-time, 40 hours, 2nd Shift, 3:00 pm - 11 PM | Every other weekend on/off\r\n POSITION NUMBER:�00099078\r\n\r\n\r\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\nAs a State of Connecticut employee, we offer the same competitive benefits which you are accustomed!\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our��State Employee Benefits Overview�page!�\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities\r\n A healthy�work/life balance�to all employees\r\n \r\n \r\n DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:\r\n \r\n \r\n Engage in a rewarding career;\r\n Showcase your talents in a meaningful role;\r\n Thrive in an exciting environment;\r\n Provide support to a division that is passionate about the work we do;\r\n Work together in a collaborative team environment.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n THE ROLE:\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Oversees plant operations by planning workflow, prioritizing tasks, and managing the maintenance and repair of heating, cooling, and related mechanical systems to ensure continuous operation.\r\n Establishes procedures, trains staff, conducts performance evaluations, coordinates with other units or agencies, and may prepare reports, budgets, and recommendations.\r\n Performs hands‑on technical tasks such as adding water treatment chemicals, conducting minor tests, inspecting and repairing system components, and handling insulation removal according to safety standards.\r\n Other related duties.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n ABOUT US�\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n 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.�\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n CVH's vision and mission is to promote recovery through collaborative, compassionate, and culturally competent treatment in a safe, healthy, and caring environment.� We provide 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 \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n PLEASE NOTE:\r\n \r\n A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.\r\n All state employees must adhere to�Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

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.�\r\nFOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our�Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?� Visit our�Applicant Toolkit�for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n 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. �\r\n 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.�\r\n 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.�\r\n 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.�\r\n 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.�\r\n 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.�\r\n\r\n\r\n 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.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your�Personal Status Board�regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n\r\n\r\n 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).���\r\n 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!�\r\n 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.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n 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.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue 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 Anamaria Giangarra at�Anamaria.giangarra@ct.gov\r\nJoin the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for Stationary Engineers engaged in the operation, maintenance and repair of high pressure steam heating and power plants and auxiliary utilities in a moderate sized state institution or for acting as chief assistant or technician to a Supervising Stationary Engineer in a large state institution.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Plans plant workflow and determines priorities;\r\n Schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews work involved in the 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, fire fighting, and sewage disposal for the purpose of ensuring continuous operation;\r\n Establishes and maintains plant procedures;\r\n Provides staff training and assistance;\r\n Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;\r\n Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;\r\n Adds water treatment chemicals to boilers;\r\n Performs minor tests for fuel specific gravity and gas leaks;\r\n May make recommendations on policies or standards;\r\n May prepare reports and correspondence;\r\n May prepare budgets and make recommendations as to equipment purchases or contractual repairs;\r\n May act as the Supervising Stationary Engineer in their absence;\r\n May inspect and repair steam traps fed by main system at various locations;\r\n May remove pipe insulation materials associated with the repair of pipes and fittings using OSHA approved methods;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Considerable knowledge of and ability to operate, maintain, inspect and make running repairs to boiler and engine room, generating and related mechanical equipment;\r\n Knowledge of and ability to maintain building utility equipment including power, light, water, steam and plumbing lines;\r\n Skills\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to utilize computer software;\r\n Supervisory ability.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam heating and generating equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have included the independent performance of the full range of tasks involved in the operation, maintenance and repair of steam heating and generating equipment.\r\nNOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Stationary Engineer.\r\n

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

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

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