Qualified Craft Worker (Automotive and Mechanical Equipment)
Recruitment # 260415-6727TC-001
Location New Haven, CT Wethersfield, CT
Date Opened 5/9/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary $63,918 - $82,180/year
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 5/26/2026 11:59:00 PM
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Introduction
Do you have experience in the automotive and mechanical equipment trade?
Are you looking to make an impact with your passion for trade practices?
If so, read below and apply to join the Dept. of Administrative Services today!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS (https://portal.ct.gov/das?language=en_US) ), is accepting applications for multiple exciting Qualified Craft Worker (Automotive and Mechanical Equipment) (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6727TC&R1=&R3=) opportunities within the Fleet Operations Division, with openings currently in Wethersfield and New Haven, CT.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!
Professional growth and development opportunities.
A healthy work/life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Monday through Friday schedule
First shift, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
THE ROLE
The Qualified Craft Worker role will perform a full range of highly skilled duties in the automotive and mechanical equipment trade area. Discover the opportunity to:
Perform the most complex repairs and maintenance on a variety of State-owned light-duty vehicles.
Perform an exhaustive list of complex diagnostic, maintenance, repair, fabrication work, and safety inspections on executive branch light-duty vehicles owned and leased by DAS Fleet Operations.
Service, maintain, and repair all @types of light-duty vehicles from standard services to complete dismantles, overhauls, and reassembles of vehicle components.
Operate highly technical automotive diagnostic service equipment, mechanical repair apparatus, shop equipment, and support any related automotive garage duties as required.
Performs related duties as required.
Technicians are provided with all the tools and specialty equipment required to perform maintenance and repairs on today's newest vehicles and state of the art technology systems. Fleet garages have the latest diagnostic equipment for various well-known car brands' products in addition to direct access to each original equipment manufacturer's (OEM) service information websites and digital repair manuals. Work uniforms are provided including an allowance for safety shoes once a year.
ABOUT US
DAS houses a number of distinct programs that comprise the business functions of state government, including information technology, human resources, procurement, facilities and real estate, construction services, fleet, workers compensation and more. Our divisions are united in a common mission:
Support Connecticut's Growth - To serve our citizens, businesses, state agencies and other branches of government by providing the highest quality services at the lowest possible cost.
Drive Continuous Innovation - To increase the efficiency and effectiveness of state government using best practices from the public and private sectors.
Provide Rewarding Careers - To attract and retain a workforce of talented, dedicated public servants committed to leading our great state forward.
Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee!
Selection Plan
Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8sOb10qYXQ) Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.
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 on the job posting.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , 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:
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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 Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond (http:) @ct.gov.
Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a full range of highly skilled duties in the automotive and mechanical equipment trade area.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs highly skilled tasks in accordance with standard automotive and mechanical equipment trade practices and codes;
Diagnoses failure in all @types of automotive and heavy mobile equipment;
Services, dismantles, overhauls and reassembles front ends, engines, standard and automatic transmissions, rear ends, hydraulic systems and automotive electrical systems;
Constructs and repairs any needed parts;
Welds or brazes parts by oxyacetylene torch or electric welding;
Makes estimates of time, personnel and determines and obtains required materials on assigned tasks;
Keeps necessary records;
In smaller trade areas may be the sole worker running a skilled trade area;
May perform duties related to similar trade areas as required;
May operate testing equipment required to diagnose automotive electronic components;
May act as liaison with other operating units and outside contacts;
May operate heavy equipment;
May respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state owned airports;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply standard tools, materials, methods and standard automotive and mechanical equipment trade practices;
Skills
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Ability to
prepare estimates and keep shop records;
utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Four (4) years of experience in tasks in the automotive and mechanical equipment trade.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing skilled automotive and mechanical equipment trades.
NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Skilled Maintainer or Transportation Maintainer 2.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
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.
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.
Experience performing technical duties within the automotive and mechanical equipment 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience diagnosing and repairing Suspension and Steering components in a light-duty automotive repair shop.
Experience diagnosing and repairing Electrical System components in a light-duty automotive repair shop.
Experience diagnosing and repairing Heating and Air-conditioning components in a light-duty automotive repair shop.
Experience diagnosing and repairing Braking Systems in a light-duty automotive repair shop.
Experience diagnosing and repairing Engine Performance issues in a light-duty automotive repair shop.
Experience with providing Customer Service in an automotive environment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess or acquire and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.
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.
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 of the class.
A physical examination may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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.
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.
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.
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