Skilled Trades Apprentice - Roofing

University of Connecticut, Facilities Operations, Storrs Campus

Salary Range:$48,172.00-$62,909.00 Yearly.Individuals new to state service start at the minimum of the pay plan. Please note, the salary range is increasing on June 28, 2024, to $49,377.00-$64,482.00.

Link to Skilled Trades Apprentice Job Specification

INTRODUCTION

UConns Facilities Operations Department has one opening for a Skilled Trades Apprentice - Roofing position. This position will receive on-the-job training and vocational education in order to complete the requirements of a QCW Roofing job classification within a period of time normally not to exceed two years.

Qualified applicants who would also like to be considered for STA-Carpentry Search 497503 and/or STA-Glazing Search 498135 must apply to those specific job searches as well prior to the closing date.

ThisSkilled Trades Apprentice - Roofing position is a permanent, full-time,37.5 hours/week position. The work schedule is Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.The hourly salary is $24.61 and is non-negotiable. Please note that the hourly rate is increasing to $25.23 on June 28, 2024.

UConn offers the following benefits for NP-2 employees:

• Excellent and affordable healthcare options
• Full benefits package including medical and dental insurance. For more information, please visit:
• Employee retirement benefits (SERS Retirement plan). For more information, please visit:

The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit:.

This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff. Must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that affect campus operations.Applicants must also be willing to respond to emergencies on overtime (nights, weekends and holidays). Please note that Facilities Operations NP-2 employees may also be required to perform job duties as assigned at any of the Regional Campuses.

A current motor vehicle license is required.

PLEASE NOTE: ON-THE-JOB TRAINING RECEIVED AT THE SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICE - ROOFING LEVEL WILL BE PRIMARILY ON 1^ST^SHIFT, DURING THE ESTABLISHED WORK HOURS, BUT SOME TRAINING MAY BE REQUIRED TO BE COMPLETED ON OVERTIME DURING EVENING HOURS, OR ON WEEKENDS. ONCE THE SUPERVISOR AND MANAGER DETERMINE THAT THE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN MET FOR THE SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICE ROOFING POSITION, AND IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE APPRENTICE POSSESSES THE ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AT THE TARGET LEVEL OF THE POSITION, THE APPRENTICE WOULD THEN BE PROMOTED TO THE TARGET LEVEL OF QCW ROOFING. APPRENTICES ARE EVALUATED AT THREE MONTHS, SIX MONTHS AND ANNUALLY. AN APPRENTICE MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST ONE YEAR OF EMPLOYMENT IN ORDER TO BECOME ELIGIBLE TO BE PROMOTED TO THE TARGET LEVEL OF QCW; MOST APPRENTICES ARE PROMOTED TO THE TARGET LEVEL WITHIN A PERIOD NORMALLY NOT TO EXCEED TWO YEARS.

SELECTION PLAN

This position is categorized as Open to the Public and current, qualified UConn NP-2 employees will be given preference in the hiring process.

Applicants must possess and retain a current motor vehicle operator license throughout employment with the University.

To Apply:

• In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. Applications will be evaluated to ensure that the Knowledge, Skill and Ability, Minimum Qualifications and Special Requirements sections of the position have been met.
• Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted.

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``` - Graduation from a vocational or techni al school with a diploma designating completion of the subject requirements in CARPENTRY, ROOFING, SHEET METAL OR METAL FABRICATION is a minimum requirement.Applicants are required to indicate on their application (under the Job-Related Academic, Technical or Vocational Training section of the application) the name of the Educational Institution attended for CARPENTRY, ROOFING, SHEET METAL OR METAL FABRICATION studies, Address, City, State where the Education Institution is located, the years attended, and the number of Credits earned or Diploma Earned.If this section of the application is not completed in its entirety, the applicant will not be considered qualified for the position. - Copies of official transcripts documenting the credits earned inCARPENTRY, ROOFING, SHEET METAL OR METAL FABRICATIONstudies and/or a copy of your diploma documenting coursework inCARPENTRY, ROOFING, SHEET METAL OR METAL FABRICATIONwill also be required prior to, or at the time of interview. Instructions pertaining to the process to follow to submit copies of the diploma and/or official transcript will be provided by the hiring department to those candidates selected for an interview. In order to be considered for this position, applicants must graduate from their educational institution with coursework completed in carpentry, roofing, sheet metal or metal fabrication and receive their diploma, prior to the closing date of the job search. - The Skilled Trades Apprentice - Roofing job search is established for an entry-level apprentice that has less than four years of combined experience/education in the carpentry, roofing, sheet metal or metal fabrication trade. Those applicants that have four or more years of combined education and experience in the carpentry, roofing, sheet metal or metal fabrication trade, and have demonstrated that they have become proficient in a wide range of technical skills used in the carpentry, roofing, sheet metal or metal fabrication trade, will be disqualified. - Although it is not required, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional, work related references along with their contact information.

Important Next Steps Information:

At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be contacted via email and provided with an opportunity to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, certifications, licenses, diplomas, official transcripts, OJT apprenticeship program work hours etc., at the discretion of the hiring department. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.

If selected for an interview, you will be asked to supply the names, titles and phone numbers of three, professional, work-related references. In addition, current State of Connecticut employees at UConn or other State Agencies, may be asked to provide copies