Introduction
District Operations - Seasonal Help
- Up to 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing work related to the maintenance and operation of DEEP boat launches, dams and managed lands and facilities;
- Mowing and trimming;
- Building cleaning and janitorial;
- Routine preventative equipment maintenance;
- Litter pickup and painting.
- Potentially work in adverse weather conditions;
- Occasional heavy lifting;
- Depending on level of training and experience these positions could involve the use of construction equipment;
- Assisting with the operation of a sawmill;
- Operating brush cutters; Wood chippers
- Operating tractors;
- Driving medium duty vehicles with trailers; and
- The use of skills in carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repairs, grounds maintenance, working on a fire crew and other related duties.
Selection Plan
1. Complete a Master Application and directly apply to this recruitment.
2. Ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.
3. Regularly check your email for notifications (be sure to check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error).
4. For questions about the position, please contact James.Villwock at James.Villwock@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Ability to follow instructions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate.
- Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
- Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.
- Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.
- College training in a specific field.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.
- Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.
2. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.
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.
